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Waikato: Port worth a call
Elisabeth Easther travels back in time to a sleepy town at the end of the Waikato River.
Waikato: Taupo turns it on
Warmer weather brings a new energy for experiencing the great outdoors. Great Lake Taupo will not disappoint, writes Donna Jarden.
NZ named best holiday spot
New Zealand is the best holiday spot in the world, according to Britain's Daily Telegraph newspaper.
Wellington: In search of the Kiwi
Seeing a little spotted kiwi, referred to as a kiwi pukupuku in Maori, in the semi-wild is a very special thing. Not only are they adorably fluffy, they're rare.
Tiritiri Matangi: Little piece of bird heaven
Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the conservation success story that is Tiritiri Matangi Island, finds Cate Foster.
Warkworth: Dog tales, shear joy
Dionne Christian heads to Warkworth with the family to enjoy a sunny day at SheepWorld.
Hauraki Rail Trail: Having a gorgeous time
Elisabeth Easther becomes 'spokes woman' for the joys of the Hauraki Rail Trail.
NZ seeks Hobbit tourist magic
From a giant, bug-eyed Gollum sculpture looming over passengers at Wellington Airport to promotional banners covering the facades of entire office blocks, the upcoming The Hobbit movie is impossible to ignore in New Zealand.
Waiheke: Off to a flying start
Overcoming her fears, Donna McIntyre tackles Waiheke's latest adrenalin buzz.
Roughing it on the Routeburn
Justine Tyerman writes of her "conversion" on the Routeburn Track.
Coromandel: Great Kiwi road trip
Classic NZ coastline, lush bush and old-fashioned holiday camp fun - Danielle Wright takes a campervan tour around the Coromandel.
Mt Cook: Silence and wonder in the mountains
It's hard not to be distracted by the scenery on the road to Aoraki Mt Cook, writes Josie Dale.
Lonely Planet boost for Chch
Christchurch's determination to rise from the rubble has been richly rewarded with a spot in Lonely Planet's top 10 cities worldwide to visit in 2013.
All down the line: Christchurch to Oamaru
Herald Online reporter Paul Harper is making his way around the South Island by rail.
Waiheke: A walk on the wild side
Danielle Wright goes bush with medical herbalist Helen Elscot to preview the Waiheke Walking Festival.
Kaipara: Making hay while the sun shines
Danielle Wright introduces her city kids to farm animals and the rural way of life in the Kaipara district.
All down the line
Herald Online reporter Paul Harper is making his way around the South Island by rail over the course of a fortnight.
Shooting the West Coast
A five-day tramp on the West Coast gives photographer Greg Bowker ample chances to capture some wild beauty.
All down the line: Auckland to Christchurch
Herald Online reporter Paul Harper is making his way around the South Island by rail over the course of a fortnight. Here are some of the highlights of his trip so far.
Auckland: Revisiting familiar sites on foot
The Domain and Grafton Bridge bring back student memories for Cate Foster.
Ohakune: A hike you'll all like
A ramble through forest near Ohakune is a pleasant diversion for the whole family, finds Libby Nicholson-Moon.
Tongariro: Call of the wild
Lydia Jenkin drops the shops and experiences a Ladies' Weekend with a difference - caving, climbing and trekking in Tongariro National Park.
Kayaking the Whanganui River
Paul Rush tackles foaming rapids on a six-day journey down the Whanganui River.
Te Araroa: Keeping track up north
Walking a spectacular coastal section of Te Araroa is a special New Zealand experience, writes Jim Eagles.
Whangaparaoa pleasures
Younger kids are bound to get a kick out of a rail ex+cursion, writes Alexia Santamaria.
Tramping on the Fiordland coast
A five-day tramp on the West Coast gave Herald photographer Greg Bowker a chance to capture some wild beauty.
Mangawhai: A taste of the high life
Catherine Smith dines out on superb views and on a clifftop walk in Mangawhai.
Three of the best... walks from Waihi Beach
Some short walk ideas for those holidaying in this beautiful coastal Bay of Plenty spot.