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Air NZ launches in-flight putting competition

Air New Zealand passengers will have the opportunity to putt for prizes on selected flights between Auckland and Queenstown over the next five days.

Most travellers now able to fly after ATR grounding

Only about 50 people booked to fly on Air New Zealand's ATR fleet today will not be able to do so, the airline says.

The Catlins: Coast of prehistoric beauty

Beneath the Catlins mist lurks a wilderness so ancient, it’s like taking a gigantic step back to the Jurassic period, writes Julia Shallcrass.

Rotorua: Revisiting a lovers' haven

Paul Rush returns to Rotorua on a sentimental journey.

Whatipu: Wild, wild west

The scenery - as well as the wind - will blow you away when you head out to Auckland's west coast.

Coromandel tourist jewel tops list of risky beaches

Tourist-pulling Hot Water Beach has been revealed as New Zealand's most treacherous of the summer.

Living it up on Great Barrier Island

The island lives up to its reputation as one of the Gulf's most magical spots, finds Catherine Smith.

Karaka: Down on the farm

Once a year, Federated Farmers gives a sneak peek into rural life.

Abel Tasman: A joy for birds and tourists

Abel Tasman's locals are the first to say that the national treasure is for the birds, finds Kate Roff.

My happy place: Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island walking guide, Janine James, shares what she loves about her own slice of paradise.

Coromandel: Thames fun ride

<strong>Fast-food, cycling and fishing tick all the boxes for Donna McIntyre and family in their bid for a weekend of action.</strong>

Jim Eagles: What you read not always what you get

There's a vast amount of travel information on the web - but you do need to be wary about its accuracy.

New era for Auckland Viaduct hotel

Auckland's former Westin Hotel on the edge of the Wynyard Quarter is to be rebranded the...

Karaka: Lost and found in a maze of maize

Daytripper Cate Foster heads to Karaka with a teen and a 6-year-old to tackle the Amazing Maze 'n Maize - and all walk away smiling.

Splore: A youthful festival

Christchurch: Shattered city reinvents heart and soul

Revisiting quake-battered Christchurch, Brett Atkinson explores a city in recovery.

Titirangi: Market trip a bargain

Where else can you get home-smoked salmon that tastes just the way grandpa used to make it?

Jim Eagles: Untidy Kiwis let us all down

What sort of person dumps a disposable nappy under a picnic table in a family playground asks Travel Editor Jim Eagles.