TravelWaipoua: Whispers in the forestPaul Rush pays homage to giant hermaphrodites and fairy people in the ancient kauri kingdom of Waipoua.16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandQueenstown set to treble visitor quotaNew 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.14 Mar 03:00 PM
TravelOut of the darkness and into the lightA journey through Arthur's Pass reveals a wealth of history.10 Mar 03:00 PM
TravelCass: Colourful character right on trackA lone figure takes care of this station made famous by Rita Angus.09 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelA playground right on our doorstepJim Eagles says it's a pity we we don't make more use of the marvellous recreational potential offered by the Hauraki Gulf.08 Mar 03:00 PM
TravelTaupo Medieval FestivalRe-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. 03 Mar 06:02 AM
TravelFamous journey steeped in contrastsWarm tunnels allow Jim Eagles to savour the TranzAlpine rail experience longer.02 Mar 03:00 PM
TravelChristchurch: Everything's lovely in Garden CityJim Eagles enjoys the passing parade as he tours through Christchurch in style.01 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelTurangi: Wining and dining in styleThe Central Plateau is making a name for itself in viticulture, writes Jim Eagles.27 Feb 03:00 PM
TravelTelltale signs this is Upham countryThe imposing spirit of New Zealand's greatest soldier, Charles Upham, dominated the second leg of my rail trip on the TranzCoastal.24 Feb 03:00 AM
TravelTime stands still at MangonuiLiz Light explores a heritage trail that has escaped intrusion by developers and entrepreneurs.22 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelMacquarie Island: A long way from everywhereJim Eagles is granted rare access to the lonely but lovely Sub Antarctic islands.21 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelA natural kai on the TransCoastal trackJim Eagles finds the attractions of this rail route very much suit his tastebuds.18 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelGetting in the spirit across Cook StraitJim Eagles' journey aboard the Kaitaki from Wellington to Picton leaves him feeling replete.18 Feb 03:00 PM
TravelWellington: Capital sights and songbird soundsJim Eagles gets a dose of wildlife and culture in a stopover on his great NZ train journey.17 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelMangawhai: Seaside escapeMegan Singleton grabs some vino and enjoys a girls' weekend in magical Mangawhai.17 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelBlenheim: Scott's greatsJoelle Thomson talks to one of the founding fathers of Marlborough's wine industry.14 Feb 03:00 PM
TravelKaikoura: Descent into the abyssPaul Rush ventures into the domain of Kaikoura's majestic sperm whales.11 Feb 02:20 AM
TravelTragedy remembered on journey southJim Eagles continues his exploration of NZ by train, paying his respects at Tangiwai.10 Feb 03:00 PM
TravelOhakune: Historic trail frozen in timeJim Eagles continues his exploration of New Zealand by train, checking out the Ohakune Old Coach Road.08 Feb 11:00 PM
Airlines$15 for Jetstar airport loungeJetstar has opened a pay-per-use lounge at Auckland Airport's domestic terminal.08 Feb 03:00 PM
TravelAuckland: Classy old dameKerri Jackson revels in the luxury of Auckland's restored and refined Hotel DeBrett.07 Feb 03:00 PM
TravelNelson: Spreading the gospel of craft beerVictoria Bartle looks at the people behind Nelson's boutique breweries.04 Feb 11:30 PM
OpinionGetting back on the railsJim Eagles takes a fresh look at rail travel in New Zealand.02 Feb 10:50 PM
TravelNorthland: Bream come trueDiana Clement is blown away by the views, birdlife and forests of Northland's Bream Head.01 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelMacquarie Island: South WestiesJim Eagles braves rough seas, icebergs and whipping rain to get to know some of the amusing inhabitants of the Sub-Antarctic islands.31 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelTaranaki: All the world's a stage in StratfordTaranaki town is so bard it's brilliant, writes Chris Samsara.30 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandLakeside lodge at Rotorua among the best for loversForget Paris or Venice if you're looking for the most romantic place to propose to your lover this Valentine's Day.29 Jan 03:00 PM
