Waikato
Heather Whelan finds there’s plenty to do in Cambridge – come rain or shine
Destinations
Wellington / Wairarapa
Wellington Botanic Garden is a green haven in the bustling capital. Viv Haldane took time out to meander.
Southland
Te Anau is much more than a launchpad to Fiordland. Lisa Jansen lingered to sample the trails, tastes and tours around the glacial lake.
Central North Island
Jill Malcolm discovers some unlikely residents in a small North Island town
Otago
Renowned for outstanding biodiversity, Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula offer habitats for rare and endangered species. Jacqui Gibson took a tour to get a closer look at Dunedin's wildlife
Taranaki
Vivienne Haldane discovers a fascinating transport museum on the outskirts of New Plymouth.
Northland
Scottish immigrants found an ideal setting in Waipu; locals and holidaymakers feel the same way. Heather Whelan discovers more about this idyllic Northland town
Northland
The steady climb through native bush on Mount Manaia and other rocky peaks will reward you with exhilarating sea views, writes Eleanor Hughes
Northland
A creative project blends art and nature in tribute to a local luminary. It’s likely to become the heart of the community, writes Jill Malcolm.
Southland
In an unassuming Invercargill building, Eleanor Hughes finds some seriously good chocolate.
Manawatu / Whanganui
Vivienne Haldane is inspired by a pair of public gardens – each the legacy of visionary couples.
Northland
Jill Malcolm explores sites along the route from Hikurangi to Ohaeawai, and is fascinated by the history of this part of the Far North
