On the 25th of April 1915, more than 15 thousand miles from the shores they called home, Australian & New Zealand armed forces landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula. In an attempt to capture the Dardanelles, thousands lost their lives.
Read ArticleIf you’re looking for dazzling gift shops, high priced restaurants and luxury accommodation, Okains Bay is probably not for you. But if getting off the beaten track and experiencing wholesome and unique locations is what your journey is all about, Okains Bay is just the spot!
Read ArticleIf you cringe at the thought of a slight incline while riding your bike, meet nine-year-old Miranda Hill!
Read ArticleNestor Notabilis, or Kea, are inquisitive and curious birds. They often come to inspect yourself, your vehicle and whatever else is new in their territory. Highly inquiring and intelligent, it’s important to remember that Kea are creatures of the wild. Please do not feed or entice them.
Read ArticleNew Zealand is world famous for having four seasons in one day! If you’re trying to choose what time of the year to visit our glorious South, here’s a snapshot of our seasons to help you decide.
Read ArticleThe Hokitika Wildfoods Festival is an amazing mash of Feral Cuisine, Creative Costumes and Toe Tapping Entertainment for all ages. In true West Coast Style, the Cool Little Town of Hokitika welcomes guests with an open heart and an abundance of fabulous Kiwi hospitality.
Read ArticleIt's Mad Max-ish, rusty, artsy & looks like an over-zealous storyteller dumped their delightful, muddled up imagination right in the middle of Oamaru!
Read ArticleA New Zealand Christmas means summer fun, camping and outdoor living. Here’s a few Kiwi traditions that go hand in hand with warm summer nights, family, food & fun.
Read ArticleJust a little after midnight on the 14th November 2016, Kaikoura was to feel the brunt of the largest and longest earthquake ever recorded in New Zealand. All that was normal changed within 120 seconds.
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