Discover Aotearoa, our roots, landscapes and legends

The tangata whenua have shaped Aotearoa for more than 1000 years: their history, culture, myths, legends, language and cuisine are intrinsic to the national identity. Deepen your understanding of Māori culture by visiting a marae, watching a kapa haka performance, or taking a tour with a Māori guide.

Te Urewera is well worth the journey

Exploring Ōpononi's celebration of Kupe

Where you can celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year, in 2021

We might have one more year to wait until Matariki becomes an official public holiday, but there's plenty you can do to celebrate this year.

Five of the most sacred Māori sites in New Zealand

Aotearoa's most spiritually significant landmarks are awe-inspiring whatever your beliefs. Every Kiwi should visit at least once.

Searching out the signposts to our shared past

Landmarks of our shared history are now emerging from the shadows of the past.

Kupe's grand tour of Aotearoa still makes for an epic adventure

A harbour full of intrigue, tragedy and very good fishing

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Why Northland is home to some of the country's best museums

From an incredible collection of clocks to a hands-on printery experience and a space completely devoted to kauri, there's an amazing array of options.

16/5/2021

Where to experience Māori culture in Wellington

From waka tours to world-renowned restaurants, Māori culture is flourishing in the capital.

3/5/2021

Southland is home to one of New Zealand's best museums

Not only are you guaranteed a warm welcome, the impressive, life-sized dioramas feature colourful individuals who make history relatable and personal.

24/4/2021

7 once-in-a-lifetime trips for Aussies to do in Aotearoa

Kia Ora, where the bloody hell have you been Aussies? Well, we know exactly, but let’s put that behind us and concentrate on the future.

19/4/2021

Why it doesn't have to be expensive to enjoy Rotorua

The great outdoors is as free as the slightly sulphur-laden air. So here's what you can do on $30-a-day - excluding petrol.

18/4/2021

Kaikohe's cool Kura Kaupapa

The Pou Herenga Tai | Twin Coast Cycle Trail is a big part of life for a Kaikohe school – for recreation, education and a whole lot of fun.

6/4/2021

Why a hīkoi to Britomart will make you see Auckland in a new light

This guided walk is an eye-opener to the often-overlooked art that envelops us in Auckland's inner city.

4/4/2021

Welcome to New Zealand's city of volcanoes

Here's how to get the most out of five of the best Tūpuna Maunga, as well as the best spots for a post-climb reward.

29/3/2021

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