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Tramping: Head straight to Norma's

Geoff Cumming emerges from a tramp in the Marlborough Sounds to find a superb reward.

The changing face of Auckland

Great vibe of New Plymouth

Auckland: Gold at the end of stroll

Auckland sure knows how to turn on a storm. The wind was whistling so raucously round the house I began to fret that windows would break or trees would be blown over.

Canterbury: Finest dining

Canterbury's cuisine - like the city of Christchurch itself - is also enjoying a post-quake revival, discovers Nathan Paul.

Kia ora: Tuatapere

In the deep south Elisabeth Easther learns about possibly the most hospitable town in this country, where a new butcher could restore its reputation.

Queenstown: Peak performance

James Russell is amazed during a trip to Queenstown to discover that since he last grasped poles, Kiwi skifields have lifted their game higher than the Matterhorn.

Auckland from the air

A chopper flight gives photographer Mark Meredith an inspiring new perspective of the City of Sails.

It's all about the journey

Next time you pass through Karangahake, trek the Hauraki Rail Trail or visit a farm.

Neighbourhood: Pukekohe

Elisabeth Easther spoke to Andrew Vivian about Pukekohe's many charms.

Kia ora: Tekapo

This spot is a favourite with Kiwis and visitors year-round, says Elisabeth Easther.

Cruising: Due south

Sarah Marshall travels effortlessly from downtown Auckland to a world beyond Earth.

Castaways: A soak in starlight

Roughing it is for the birds. Jesse Mulligan much prefers his camping VIP-style.

Spy kids crack clues

'C'mon, let's find the secret chamber.' Dionne Christian's youngsters race ahead of her on this special mission.

Beachfront Hotel, Hokitika

Bronwyn Sell stays in an ocean-front room on the West Coast.

Kia ora: Paeroa

Elisabeth Easther finds this town has much to boast besides its famed giant L&P bottle.