Six iconic Te Araroa Trail locations have been immortalised on postage stamps today, with the release of an NZ Post stamp series celebrating some of the stunning locations found along New Zealand’s national walking trail.
Read ArticleSet among tranquil native bush abundant with birdlife, Papatowai Campsite is your base to explore the natural wonders of the Catlins.
Read ArticleTravelling with children? You don't need to endure cries of 'I'm bored' or 'Are we there yet'? Here's some exciting, family friendly spots to stop off, enjoy & regain your sanity!
Read ArticleMany visitors to New Zealand seek out a crafted pounamu pendant to take home as a souvenir. Also known as New Zealand Jade or Greenstone, pounamu is taonga (treasure) to Māori.
Read ArticleTemperate in climate, the Marlborough District is a fabulous destination all year round.
Read ArticleDOC’s 12 Mile Delta Campsite near Queenstown offers an incredible opportunity to relax in some of the best scenery New Zealand has to offer.
Read ArticleTai Tapu Sculpture Garden is an evolving sculpture garden and native regeneration project. Visit our March exhibition to enjoy a relaxing and inspiring hour or two in the country, just 20 minutes' drive from Christchurch's CBD. Family friendly event.
Read ArticleSouthproud.co.nz gladly lends our support to the New Zealand Mountain Safety Council and partners to raise awareness and participation in GO Week 2019.
Read ArticleA couple of decades ago Gore was perceived as a ‘drive through’ bogan village where young chaps cruised the main street in old cars that were hardly roadworthy. The antics of yesteryear have been well and truly put to bed. Those same young men are now depicted in images of affluent rural folk wearing perfect dinner jackets and gumboots. Standing now is a welcoming, refined & culturally rich hub extending a welcoming hand to all who visit.
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