Wellington / Wairarapa

One of New Zealand’s earliest farms, Mana Island is now a scientific reserve. Denise Stephens learns about the restoration projects.

Wellington Botanic Garden is a green haven in the bustling capital. Viv Haldane took time out to meander.

The Lower Hutt seaside suburb has a growing reputation as an interesting destination. Viv Haldane takes a closer look

Jackie Norman sold her home in 2016, bought a motorhome and embarked on full-time life on the road with her husband, Gareth. In this issue, they find paradise in Kaitoke

New Zealand has some fabulous DOC lodges and cabins, each surrounded by beautiful scenery and offering a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors

In this months issue, NZMCD writer Jackie Norman visits Breaker Bay and nRed Rocks in Wellington

Jackie Norman sold her home in 2016, bought a motorhome and embarked on full-time life on the road with her husband, Gareth. This issue, she visits scenic Whitireia Park in Porirua, Wellington.

Jacqui Gibson was one of a lucky few at the opening of Martinborough’s new premium dark-sky experience. She got an eyeful of the solar system and a glimpse into the region’s push to become an International Dark Sky Reserve.

In this months issue Jackie Norman is awed by the beauty and birdlife ofnKāpiti Island

Jackie shares day two of her three-day hiking experience across one of Wairarapa’s best kept secrets - the Kawakawa Station Walk