Wellington / Wairarapa
Things to see and do on the Kapiti Coast, and reasons to settle by the beach for a while.
Destinations
Otago
Jill Malcolm cruises back to the 1860s, when the Clutha Mata-Au River became the road to riches for some, the road to ruin for others, and the golden decade changed a young colony forever.
Central North Island
Jill Malcolm became more and more curious as she explored the fantastical wonderland of Taupo’s Lava Glass Gardens.
Hawke's Bay
In my own country not all roads are frontiers. Of all the spectacular drives in New Zealand one of my favourites is still the route from Taupo to Napier, and I’ve been travelling this way since I was 10 years old.
Manawatu / Whanganui
Liz Light loved every minute of WOMAD 2015 and once again looks forward to her mid-March treat.
Hawke's Bay
Vivienne Haldane takes a trip to the extraordinary Mahia Peninsula, which is slightly off the beaten track but well worth the detour.
Otago
There is nowhere like Oamaru. For a start, it is home to New Zealand’s most impressive 19th century architecture with more protected buildings than anywhere else in New Zealand.
Northland
Jill Malcolm drives from kauri forests to kumara patches between the two vast harbours of the Hokianga and Kaipara and discovers isolated beauty and a haunted past.
Coromandel
Heather Whelan takes in the many activities on offer around the Hauraki Plains, cycling, walking and strolling around the lovely townships.
Otago
In the latest of her series of stories travelling the country in a converted bus, Heather Whelan enjoys the Clutha Gold Trail.
Manawatu / Whanganui
Liz Light follows the Whanganui River inland to historic Pipiriki. These are some of the highlights.
Auckland
Liz Light explores Auckland, her favourite city in New Zealand. These are some of the best things to see and do in the central city.
