Northland
Eleanor Hughes finds history and natural beauty when she combined a Kaipara campervan roadie with one of Northland’s cycling trails.
Northland
Northland
As the northernmost city in New Zealand, at the centre of the ‘winterless north’, Whangārei is often fine and sunny – but not always. Heather Whelan discovers some northern activities to amuse and delight, no matter what the weather’s doing.
Northland
Changing intentions on a whim led Jill Malcolm to be captivated by the coast of Bream Bay.
Southland
New Zealand is dotted with tiny townships we often drive through on the way to our next adventure. But in doing so, we might just bypass some of our greatest treasures. Each month, MCD highlights one of Aotearoa’s smaller towns so you can plan a stop, show them your support, and discover their hidden gems. This month, we’re checking out Gore.
Northland
The little rural town of Maungaturoto is known as ‘the heart of the Kaipara’. Heather Whelan took a drive along SH12 to the gateway to the stunning Kaipara district to find out more.
Northland
The township of Opononi is testament to the adage, ‘less is more’. With a population of less than 700 and just a handful of shops, this is a place you can catch your breath, unwind, reconnect with nature, and enjoy simple pleasures. Claire Smith visits this northern gem.
Northland
From Whangārei’s Town Basin’s Hundertwasser building to Kawakawa’s toilets, Northland is an aesthetic wonderland. Heather Whelan was there for the opening of the latest must-see art destination.
Northland
Heather Whelan explores what Kerikeri has to offer on a short break.
Northland
Eleanor Hughes tackles Northland’s notoriously challenging Cape Brett Walkway and discovers the track is true to its reputation of being not for the faint of heart.
Northland
Ten minutes outside of Russell lies a cornucopia of delights, where nature thrives, and flora and fauna run abundant. MCD editor Catherine Milford encounters trails of every kind, from human walking ones to special ones for the indigenous wildlife.
Northland
Heather Whelan found there’s fun to be had for all ages at
Whangarei’s Museum and Heritage Park, Kiwi North.
Northland
Along this beautiful harbour you’ll find spectacular kauri, and communities that retain a special character, writes Heather Whelan.
