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Matariki: Aotearoa's time to shine
Celebrate Māori New Year by visiting some of the best museums and special exhibits.
Bounty hunters and Rotorua royalty: Spa's thermal milestone
Like a pool of primordial soup, Rotorua's spas are timeless yet ever-changing.
On a knife-edge: Rainbow Springs may close for good
"As a child I remember visiting Rainbow Springs. It must remain open," says local MP.
After 90 years, nine Youth Hostel Association properties go up for sale
The hostels have 410 rooms and 1320 beds
Go wild over Wānaka with New Zealand's top travel deals
We bring you the best travel deals going.
'Throttled by number restrictions': Tourism operators concerned about red traffic light
Rotorua and Taupō will start in the red traffic light setting today.
Delayed Tourism Awards come at perfect time for Rotorua
Eleven tourism businesses have been honoured at the prestigious Awards.
Bitesize luxury: Quick hits of excess around New Zealand
Short on time, big on budget? Squeeze these luxury experiences into your next Kiwi break.
Kiwi town boasts two of the world's 'best adventure activities'
Queenstown might be the world's adventure capital, but another city is hot on its heels.
The insider's guide to mountain biking and more in Rotorua
The president of Rotorua's MTB Club gives us her suggestions for visiting Rotorua.
Mountain biking and manaakitanga in Rotorua
Rotorua back up its boast as the 'Mountain Biking Capital' of New Zealand.
Hot stuff: New Zealand's best natural hot springs
Where to find New Zealand's thermal pools to soothe your skin and add years to your life.
How Queenstown hotels suffered during Covid-19
The South Island town recorded the lowest annual occupancy among big tourist cities.
Rotorua provides the perfect NZ history and culture lesson
Rotorua is a great place to teach our tamariki about our country and history.
A Schweeb way to spend the day
Picture a bike in a pod, dangling from a rail. With a shout of 'pedal!' we were off.
Hidden treasure: A Great Walk at Lake Waikaremoana
This remote and rugged track is hidden in Te Urewera, at the heart of the East Coast.
Super-sized stay: A Lake Tarawera bach with space for the whole whānau
This award-winning house sleeps 11, perfect for extended family getaways full of fun.
Rediscovering a taonga in our backyard
Rotorua is a true gem, discovers Sarah Daniell on a recent weekend visit.
Clarke Gayford uncovers Rotorua's secrets
Clarke Gayford discovers Rotorua's holds many fishing secrets - if you know who to ask.
An adventure weekend getaway in Waitomo and Rotorua
Borders closed? No problem, just check out the backyard.
Rotorua's foodie paradise hidden in the forest
A luxury lodge hidden on the outskirts of Rotorua, with a passion for homegrown produce.