Access fee beats closing celebrated track, says Key
John Key says having to pay to use an internationally renowned walking track "isn't ideal", but it is better than the track being closed.
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Ancient ice rivers march onward
Jim Eagles discovers quaint towns and glacier movements on the West Coast.
Hanmer Springs: High road to hedonism
Health and happiness top the menu at Amuri Estate, writes Susan Buckland.
Pop stars make scenery a hit
Tourism NZ is looking to Scribe, Liam Finn and The Mint Chicks to uncover out-of-the-way spots for tourists and draw younger Australian travellers.
West Coast: Charms of old? Take your pick
The romance of steam trains and gold prospecting make Shantytown a rare delight, says Jim Eagles.
Waipoua: Whispers in the forest
Paul Rush pays homage to giant hermaphrodites and fairy people in the ancient kauri kingdom of Waipoua.
Queenstown set to treble visitor quota
New Zealand's premier resort town is riding a wave of tourism growth, and considering how it might handle a trebling of visitor numbers in the next 20 years.
Out of the darkness and into the light
A journey through Arthur's Pass reveals a wealth of history.
Cass: Colourful character right on track
A lone figure takes care of this station made famous by Rita Angus.
A playground right on our doorstep
Jim Eagles says it's a pity we we don't make more use of the marvellous recreational potential offered by the Hauraki Gulf.
Taupo Medieval Festival
Re-enactment enthusiasts travelled back in time at the Taupo Medieval Festival for jousting, archery, sword battles ... and a spit-roasted pig. Photographer Alan Gibson went with them.
Famous journey steeped in contrasts
Warm tunnels allow Jim Eagles to savour the TranzAlpine rail experience longer.
Christchurch: Everything's lovely in Garden City
Jim Eagles enjoys the passing parade as he tours through Christchurch in style.
Turangi: Wining and dining in style
The Central Plateau is making a name for itself in viticulture, writes Jim Eagles.
Telltale signs this is Upham country
The imposing spirit of New Zealand's greatest soldier, Charles Upham, dominated the second leg of my rail trip on the TranzCoastal.
Time stands still at Mangonui
Liz Light explores a heritage trail that has escaped intrusion by developers and entrepreneurs.
Macquarie Island: A long way from everywhere
Jim Eagles is granted rare access to the lonely but lovely Sub Antarctic islands.
A natural kai on the TransCoastal track
Jim Eagles finds the attractions of this rail route very much suit his tastebuds.
Getting in the spirit across Cook Strait
Jim Eagles' journey aboard the Kaitaki from Wellington to Picton leaves him feeling replete.
Wellington: Capital sights and songbird sounds
Jim Eagles gets a dose of wildlife and culture in a stopover on his great NZ train journey.
Mangawhai: Seaside escape
Megan Singleton grabs some vino and enjoys a girls' weekend in magical Mangawhai.
Blenheim: Scott's greats
Joelle Thomson talks to one of the founding fathers of Marlborough's wine industry.
Kaikoura: Descent into the abyss
Paul Rush ventures into the domain of Kaikoura's majestic sperm whales.
Tragedy remembered on journey south
Jim Eagles continues his exploration of NZ by train, paying his respects at Tangiwai.
Ohakune: Historic trail frozen in time
Jim Eagles continues his exploration of New Zealand by train, checking out the Ohakune Old Coach Road.
$15 for Jetstar airport lounge
Jetstar has opened a pay-per-use lounge at Auckland Airport's domestic terminal.
Auckland: Classy old dame
Kerri Jackson revels in the luxury of Auckland's restored and refined Hotel DeBrett.
Nelson: Spreading the gospel of craft beer
Victoria Bartle looks at the people behind Nelson's boutique breweries.