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The engineer's son who became an artist and built a path through the bush

An engineer would build a pathway through the bush from A to B. An artist makes it "a thing of beauty", but it takes 15 years ... and counting.

Helen Nickisson

Exploring NZ's subantarctics

Our lesser known islands harbour a wealth of wildlife, and a legal loophole.

The 'breathtaking' spot this golf guru is desperate to visit

Olna Ford loves the South Island and this is the next place she wants to visit.

A five star experience in rural Taranaki

Refresh and relax in the North

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Hopes for a white, bright ski season

How to spend 48 hours in south Auckland with the family

We spend a weekend enjoying the local activities while staying at one of the city's most affordable spots.

Auckland’s Southern Charm

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SPONSORED: Discover lush gardens, fine dining and luxury glamping in Auckland’s south.

East Auckland’s top experiences

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Lace up for biodiversity tramp up the Ned

Taranaki mountain guide returning to maunga

After seven years away from the mountain he has climbed 1800 times, Ian McAlpine is allowed to guide clients on Taranaki Maunga once more.

13/5/2021

Taranaki trails trust plans off-road network

A Taranaki-based walking and biking trust has a 30-year vision to build a network of off-road trails in the region for users to exercise safely.

12/5/2021

If you love a good tramp, you're going to have to pay a little bit more

Online booking for some of the country’s backcountry huts start on Tuesday morning.

11/5/2021

Taupō: Take your passion on tour

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SPONSORED: Take your passion on tour: 9 ways to actively recharge in Taupō

10/5/2021

Return of St Clair Vineyard Half-marathon 'hard to beat'

A total of 2500 runners and walkers participated in the St Clair Vineyard Half marathon on Saturday, with top honours being snatched by local harbour master Luke Grogan.

9/5/2021

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The engineer's son who became an artist and built a path through the bush

Exploring NZ's subantarctics

The 'breathtaking' spot this golf guru is desperate to visit

A five star experience in rural Taranaki

Refresh and relax in the North

Hopes for a white, bright ski season

How to spend 48 hours in south Auckland with the family

Auckland’s Southern Charm

East Auckland’s top experiences

Lace up for biodiversity tramp up the Ned

Why you should take the high road in Queenstown

Waterfall Mountain: Putting the glam into glamping

Inside The Intrepid Hotel

Dunedin is known for its historic buildings, but now a modern hotel has checked in

Taranaki mountain guide returning to maunga

Taranaki trails trust plans off-road network

If you love a good tramp, you're going to have to pay a little bit more

Taupō: Take your passion on tour

Return of St Clair Vineyard Half-marathon 'hard to beat'

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