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5 underrated corners of New Zealand for a short break
NZ's most irresistible stays - and no one knows about them.
Travellers from the US and Europe are suddenly descending on to Franz Josef Glacier. But why?
Our glacier is retreating. Access is restricted. Make like an overseas visitor and go now.
It's not all about the bike: Four days on the West Coast Wilderness Trail
On the Wilderness Trail the weather, and the wildlife, is full of surprises.
Away from the manger: Family plan baby’s first backcountry Christmas in West Coast bivvy
Parents of a six-month-old have chosen some Christmas accommodation with a difference.
Watch: The Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship arrives in Milford Sound
The Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship arrives in Milford Sound. Video / Celebrity Cruises / Supplied
West Coast celebrates as visitor spend returns to pre-pandemic levels
International visitors are back as are new attractions and sweet treats.
DoC sees 1300 overseas applicants for job few Kiwis wanted
The deadline was extended after failing to get more than three candidates.
Glacier Trail: West Coast asks for $60m cycle trail to Fox
An ambitious scenic cycle trail has passed the first hurdle.
Bird of the Year: Where to spot the rock wren in the wild
The pīwauwau rock wren has been crowned a 'rock star' of the avian world.
$90k salary, picturesque site: Why have only 3 people applied for this job?
You'd think New Zealanders would be jumping on the new gold rush like it was 1865.
Hot tubs and cool attractions at Rainforest Retreat
Road-tripping on the West Coast? Make a pit stop at this affordable retreat.
Are these the 'best' photos of the West Coast region?
A new competition had Kiwis compete to capture the Glacier Country.
Paparoa Track: Why DoC's newest Great Walk might be its best
In spite of its recent addition, the Paparoa is already the fourth busiest Great Walk.
Cave closed to protect New Zealand's weirdest spider
The eight-legged cave dweller and its odd eggs are under threat.
Kiwis' Milky Way photos named best in the galaxy
The competition highlights the importance of preserving wild, dark places.
The wāhine who move Kiwi tourism
There are countless amazing women working in New Zealand's tourism industry.
Gorse Busters: West Coast voluntourists sign up for sequel
If there's something strange, growing in your bush...
Heaphy Track closed by flood damage until May
The Golden Bay through hike is likely to be impassable until May.
Best of summer: Where to find the country's top 10 fish and chip shops
The top 10 have been named but who will you vote as the country's number one?
Shark attack penguin flown from West Cost to save rare bird
The penguin was flown 500km to Christchurch after a lucky escape from a shark.
Ōpārara Arches 'bridge too far' for DoC redevelopment
The one thing more fragile than the Park ecosystem was the brittle karst limestone.
Unwind in an alpine rainforest with New Zealand's best travel deals
We bring you the best travel deals going.
Room Check: West Coast bach on Big Heart Beach
Big skies and a welcome break at Big Heart Beach.
$100 handout for tourists visiting West Coast this summer
This isn't the first time the Coast has offered cash incentives to tourists.
Hotel review: The West Coast retreat with a rainforest on your doorstep
Eco-friendly Rainforest retreat in Franz Josef Village offers something for everyone.
West Coast Cycle Trail: Plan to join Fox Glacier to Greymouth
The ambitious Ōkārito extension would be a thrilling ride, but a difficult task to build.
Hokitika: After the Gold Rush, the cycle rush
What to do on on a weekend in Hokitika on two wheels.