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    The view from the lookout on the Rangiwahia Track makes the walk worth it.

    Exploring a natural playground

    Framing Manawatu’s eastern horizon, the towering spine of the Tararua and Ruahine ranges lord over the plains like a giant billboard for outdoor adventure, writes Mike Yardle. 

    Window on a harsh existence

    The Chinese goldminers built their little huts alongside Bush Creek. Photo: Justine Tyerman.

    Window on a harsh existence

    Justine Tyerman revisits childhood haunts and learns the story behind the ruins where she used to play.

    Peaceful walk at blue lagoon

    Dunedin's own blue lagoon.

    Peaceful walk at blue lagoon

    Half an hour’s drive from Dunedin is our own blue lagoon, Purakaunui Inlet.

    Wanaka like a local

    Surf’s up! Surfers ride a standing wave on the Hawea River. Photo: James Mitchell.

    Wanaka like a local

    Wanaka is not all about a tree growing out of the lake. Ever wondered what the locals do for fun when the tourists are climbing Roys Peak? Lisa Scott finds out.

    Charging both south and west

    Te Waewae Bay, where the highway turns inland to Tuatapere. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

    Charging both south and west

    Peter Dowden overcomes his range anxiety to take in the sights of Southland.

    Adventures under the sun

    The Bay of Plenty is well known for its sandy beaches, such as at Orokawa Bay, near Waihi Beach....

    Adventures under the sun

    It’s a toss-up whether the food, the scenery or the adventures are Laura Smith’s favourite things about the Bay of Plenty.

    Slice of heaven at Manu Bay

    Surfers make the most of Raglan’s long peeling waves. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

    Slice of heaven at Manu Bay

    A select group of surf breaks from around the North Island have been included in Lonely Planet’s Epic Surf Breaks of the World.

    A volcanic wonderland

    Akaroa on Banks Peninsula. PHOTOS: MIKE YARDLEY

    A volcanic wonderland

    Captain Cook’s designation of Banks Peninsula as Banks Island would have been correct, if he and his crew were sailing by 20,000 years ago. The bulbous blob of volcanic land was indeed previously...

    Short walks: Cromwell and Bannockburn

    Pengelly’s Hotel, Bendigo. PHOTO: HEATHER BAUCHOP, HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND

    Short walks: Cromwell and Bannockburn

    This week focuses on some great short walks to do in Central Otago.

    Sub-Antarctics out of this world

    The Antipodes Islands emerge from a sea fog and The Spirit of Enderby  anchored in its waters.

    Sub-Antarctics out of this world

    ​Seeing her first kiwi in the wild, soaring albatrosses, bizarre-looking megaherbs and surviving a 7m swell-induced seasickness. Kerrie Waterworth sure had her moments on this southern adventure.

    Walking with dinosaurs

    Walking with dinosaurs

    North Otago features some of NZ’s most interesting geology and the area around Duntroon (on SH83 west of Oamaru) contains some fascinating rock formulations and fossils that are easily accessible from the road.

    From the ground up

    The genesis of the ‘‘Cardboard Cathedral’’ was so serendipitous that some might call it...

    From the ground up

    The best ways to appreciate the architecture of Christchurch is on foot, writes John Walsh in this edited extract from Christchurch Architecture: A Walking Guide.

    Get immersed in wild Awarua

    Awarua’s little-known A-frame has attracted some of the world’s best surfers. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

    Get immersed in wild Awarua

    A select group of surf breaks from around the South Island have been included in Lonely Planet’s Epic Surf Breaks of the World. In this edited extract Will Cockerall goes in search of adventure in Fiordland.

    Adventure central at slow pace

    As well as offering an excellent range of wines, Mount Edward’s Gibbston winery also showcases...

    Adventure central at slow pace

    Queenstown may be the home of adventure sports, but there’s also plenty to do for those who don’t want to do much. Daisy Hudson spent a weekend relaxing in the resort.

    'Out of reach': Kiwis say some tourist experiences too expensive

    'Out of reach': Kiwis say some tourist experiences too expensive

    Kiwis travelling at home want different experiences to overseas tourists and are worried about the cost of some experiences.

    All aboard for beauty, charm

    The Coastal Pacific threads its way along the Kaikoura coast. PHOTO: GREAT JOURNEYS OF NEW ZEALAND

    All aboard for beauty, charm

    Overseas travel isn't what it was - and won’t be for a while - so it's time to get out and see our own country. And what better way than relaxing on a train? Hayden Meikle jumps aboard the Coastal Pacific.

    Exploring NZ at a ‘relaxed pace’

    Loving the surroundings at the Ocean View freedom camping site are Allan and Cathy Luchford, of...

    Exploring NZ at a ‘relaxed pace’

    After seven years of escaping in their bus for the occasional weekend, recently retired Christchurch couple Allan and Cathy Luchford are loving having the time to explore the country at their leisure.

    A holiday town at the beach

    Despite being surrounded by suburbs New Brighton’s Oruapaeroa/Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park...

    A holiday town at the beach

    Clare Fraser joins the latest craze and discovers an amazing part of New Zealand.

    Mountain maintains its magic

    Queenstown and the Remarkables viewed from the Ben Lomond summit. PHOTO: ALINA SUCHANSKI

    Mountain maintains its magic

    Alina Suchanski makes the trek up Ben Lomond and is rewarded with spectacular views.

    Short walks: Mapoutahi Pa and Doctor’s Point

    Mapoutahi, the former site of a Maori pa, juts out from Purakaunui Bay and leads to the...

    Short walks: Mapoutahi Pa and Doctor’s Point

    Turn off State Highway 1 at Waitati and turn left to get to Doctor’s Point Rd.
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