KiwiRail Our NZ - SUMMER Issue 17

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, WELLINGTON! With the world premier of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey just around the corner, film fans will find plenty to do and see in Wellington this spring.

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NELSON HAS IT ALL

With great food, wine, beers, scenery and so much more, there’s just no going past this awesome spot.

49 METHVEN CALLS

Offering the perfect escape no matter what your taste or budget, Methven is one seriously amazing holiday destination.

HAWKE’S BAY Located on the North Island’s eastern coast, Hawke’s Bay is a premier food and wine region – who can resist that?

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POWHIRI – THE MAORI WELCOME

As the indigenous people of the land, Maori culture is an integral part of New Zealand life.

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WARMING UP IN WANGANUI

A truly delightful gem, the majestic Whanganui River is waiting for you to experience its surroundings.

24 ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY WELLINGTON

Spring is a great time to visit the coolest little capital in the world and there are some pretty exciting events on the horizon.

35 MARLVEL IN MARLBOROUGH

Always a delight, Marlborough is a gorgeous region to visit during springtime and their famous wines are calling!

41 TAKE A BREATHER IN KAIKOURA

46 A HURUNUI HURRAH

This time of year is glorious to visit Hanmer Springs, the popular alpine village and spa at the heart of Canterbury’s Hurunui district.

52 THE WILD WILD WEST

There’s nothing like the West Coast, where options abound and every visitor’s whims are catered to.

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QUEENSTOWN SPRING

Soak up all the fun there is to be had in Queenstown, with its mountain peaks, shimmering lakes and crisp alpine air – there’s no going past this town.

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60 DESTINATION DUNEDIN

A vibrant city with world class wildlife viewing, architectural heritage, stylish fashion industry and café culture.

61 DIP INTO FIORDLAND FUN

Fiordland has so much to offer when it comes to the awe inspiring, so it’s about time you drop by.

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Welcome to our new zealand There have been some big changes for KiwiRail’s Scenic Journeys over the last few months. The introduction of the Northern Explorer – the North Island’s brand new train service – signals a huge shift in what we can offer our passengers in terms of comfort and style. The introduction of new carriages to the service that runs between Wellington and Auckland is vastly superior to the carriages that were used for the Overlander service.

The new carriages have already proved themselves on the Coastal Pacific route between Picton and Christchurch and are receiving rave reviews from passengers. The carriages will also be introduced to the famous TranzAlpine service before the end of this year, making what is already a world renowned train trip that much more spectacular.

Train travel has always been about the experience. It isn’t the fastest mode of transport, but it is the most scenic and one of the most relaxing ways to travel. It also offers a chance for us to showcase New Zealand’s great tourist attractions. That is why we’ve introduced Scenic Escapes packages which include whale watching in Kaikoura, a skiing trip to Mount Ruapehu, or a cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. These Escape packages have been designed to bring you the best experiences that New Zealand has to offer – both inside and outside the train.

So, to experience some of New Zealand’s best sights and activities, why not include the train in your trip.

Deborah Hume

General Manager, Rail Passenger KiwiRail

motive power A variety of different locomotives will be the driving force for your Scenic journey, depending on a number of factors including size of the train and locomotive availability.

The EF electric locomotives are only used on the Northern Explorer, where the North Island Main Trunk line is electrified.

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A Journey Through the North Island by Rail Travel writer Michele Sainsbury takes us with her on the new Northern Explorer train

“It’s good to have an end to journey toward, but it is the journey that matters in the end,” said American writer Ursula K. Le Guin. Recently seizing the chance to observe the North Island by train, I thought of the quote as a brilliant day unfolded, at an ideal momentum to savour the views and insights of a remarkable land.

The rush hour traffic on Tamaki Drive melts away behind us as we leave Auckland, by the Waitemata Harbour. The motion of the train determines a new pace, as we leave a city showing signs of an industry cranking up for the day, and are soon passing through the Franklin district towards the Waikato region. Recent rains appear to have fallen in the region and the mighty Waikato River still runs fast and full. As the view begins to include the wetland, we hear through on board commentary of its ecological significance and the conservation efforts to restore the wetland. Apparently a little wetter than usual, the crew remind us that Aotearoa - the Maori name for New Zealand - does indeed mean the land of the long white cloud and joke that it’s green for a reason.

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journey. The green seems to deepen as we head south towards the King Country. The region, extending to the upper reaches of the Whanganui River, contains expansive pastures on rolling grassy hills with pretty trees neatly dispersed over them, their grazing sheep pay no attention to us voyaging through. We learn the region takes its name from an inspirational Maori warrior – King Tawhiao - who settled here. It’s also the origins of a famous All Black, now known as Sir Colin Meads who was raised on farm in the area and once played rugby for the King Country.

The terrain changes as varying river views emerge in the district of Taumaranui. On the viewing platform, the air is brisk and refreshing as more passengers congregate to photograph incredible views expanded by viaduct crossings. We are now in the vicinity of the volcanic Mt Ruapehu District and Tongariro National Park.

Excitement builds as the crew brief us on the famous Raurimu spiral further ahead.

You don’t need to be a rail enthusiast to be in awe of the engineering triumph that the spiral is recognised for. The brilliant idea, conceptualized in 1898 to solve a major problem of height difference on the main trunk line, was achieved by engineering a series of sweeping curves and tunnels, and has gone down in history as a miracle of engineering. The viewing platform on the train is where to really appreciate the accomplishment, as we

“ In the legend of Maui, the ranges are significant as part of the spine of Maui’s fish – or ‘Ika’ in Maori. We have become familiar with the legend of Te Ika a Maui – the Maori name for the North Island, learning more of how Maui is said to have cast his line to the Tangaroa – God of the sea – and fished up the North Island.” traverse rising in a gentle arcs. Intermittent mountain views come fully into view, when soon we stop at National Park village. Recent snowfall has given the majestic Mt Ruapehu a brilliant dusting of white snow, and is contrasted by a deep blue sky. Mt Ngauruhoe stands proudly nearby, and there seems a collective gasp of awe amongst the voyagers as we gaze towards the mountainous beauty, and scan the rich environs of the world heritage region. The dense native forest below the mountains appears to wrap the lower domains and valleys like a vast and elaborate cloak.

Continuing on the journey offers new perspectives of the National Park region, when a spectacular viaduct crossing near Ohakune allows an opportunity to comprehend both the immense richness and depth of the ancient native forest below us. Looking down to the tree canopy, it is a sight to amaze and treasure.

Passing through the adventure and ski town of Ohakune, we are humoured by its landmark being a giant carrot monument, and observe a large concrete snowman with a carrot nose en route to accompany it.

Venturing further south we travel through the tussock areas of the lower alpine region, the vast Kaimanawa ranges, and journey on through rural settlements, to the Rangitikei district, where a stunning array of dramatic expansive river views unfolds, with plenty of viaduct crossings to observe the astounding sights

below. Venturing on towards a stop at Palmerston North, we pass through the neatly presented Fielding, with a sign proudly announcing its accolade as ‘14 time winner of New Zealand’s most beautiful town’.

The Otaki region is a bountiful area for horticulture, with its groomed fields of produce, we learn it has a milder micro climate.

The rivers we cross in the area also announce we are in a different geographical land, and are nearing the sea. The Tararua ranges begin to frame our view to the left, and in the fading light of day, appear with pretty shadows cast on them. In the legend of Maui, the ranges are significant as part of the spine of Maui’s fish – or ‘Ika’ in Maori. We have become familiar with the legend of Te Ika a Maui – the Maori name for the North Island, learning more of how Maui is said to have cast his line to the Tangaroa – God of the sea – and fished up the North Island.

We are drawn towards the bright lights of the capital city Wellington, alongside the beautiful Kapiti coast during twilight, and observe commuters from the city returning home in their cars. A new day beginning in one seaside city draws to a close in another. Between the two, an incredible journey through the heartland, with a remarkable spectrum of scenery observed and valuable insights of the land gained on the way.

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SCENIC JOURNEYS

New Scenic Escape Packages put the Train into your TRip

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KiwiRail’s Scenic is best known for trains like the TranzAlpine and Northern Explorer. But with the recent launch of its Scenic Escapes packages, Scenic is taking passengers outside of the train to experience some of New Zealand’s best attractions.

“Whether it’s whale watching in Kaikoura, skiing Mr Ruapehu or soaking in the natural beauty of the West Coast, KiwiRail Scenic Journeys brings you the best experiences that New Zealand has to offer,” said Scenic Manager Tom Evers-Swindell. “Along with a comfortable train journey through scenic landscapes, each package focuses on an iconic Kiwi experience and the finest local accommodation when an overnight stay is needed.”

“These are packages of train travel, accommodation and activities that we think will appeal to customers and be a new future source of business.”

At the moment, Scenic is offering six packages, focusing on stays at Chateau Tongariro in the North Island and Marlborough Sounds cruising, as well as whale watching in the South Island. Additional packages include a wine tasting package for Blenheim, a high country adventure package in conjunction with Hasslefree Tours and tours in and around Greymouth – to Shantytown and Punakaiki.

Tom says the idea of selling packages isn’t new.

“Many will remember the Great Train Escape packages that have been offered in the past,” he said. “The difference between those and Scenic Escapes is that these new packages can be booked online and the process from customer booking through to hotel or activity notification is fully automated.”

“This means the packages will be very cost effective to run and it means we can add new packages quickly and easily in the future.”

“We say that Scenic is all about tourism and offering our customers the chance to experience New Zealand,” Tom continued. “With these packages, we are taking this one step further – out of the carriage and, quite literally, into the country.”

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“ These are packages of train travel, accommodation and activities that we think will appeal to customers and be a new future source of business.”

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your views We see plenty of great pictures and stories of your Tranz Scenic train journeys in letters, blogs and photo sharing sites.

Just send us your stories, pictures or both and, for every one we choose to feature, we’ll credit you with $50 worth of KiwiRail Scenic travel. What’s more, we are giving away a star prize for the best in 2012 of a further travel prize to the tune of $250.

Freelance photographer, James Heremaia caught the Northern Explorer train between Auckland and Wellington on its first day of operation on the 25th June. Later that week, he photographed the train at various spots along the journey.

“As the green rural heartland of Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, and Te Kuiti flash by, I decided to brave the harsh cold in the open air observation car to photograph not only the scenery, but also the other passengers caught up in the experience.

Great fun chasing trains - even if it is a bit dangerous driving as well.

Next time I will take a driver and shoot from the passenger side. I can’t wait to ride the Northern Explorer again!”

drop us a line & WIN Just email your pictures and stories to ournewzealand@tranzscenic.co.nz and you might see your name in print and be in to WIN $250 of travel.

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The Throughfare is truly the way to see New Zealand at its best. As the Interislander departs you’ll get a perspective of Wellington not often seen. Before too long you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the pristine Marlborough Sounds.

Then climb aboard the new Coastal Pacific carriages* with panorama windows that frame some of New Zealand’s most striking views of the Kaikoura mountains and the rugged Pacific Ocean coastline as you meander down to Christchurch.

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MAORI CULTURE

Powhiri The Maori Welcome

Maori are the tangata whenua (indigenous people of the land) of New Zealand and their culture is an integral part of New Zealand life.

About 15 per cent of the country’s population of 3.8 million is of Māori descent. Māori are a tribal people and their tribes are known as iwi.

Visitors to New Zealand are presented with many opportunities to experience Māori culture first-hand. A central part of Māori protocol, is a ceremony of welcome involving speeches, dancing, singing and hongi.

While traditionally used to welcome visitors on to marae - the sacred space or courtyard usually in front of Māori meeting houses - the ceremony is also commonly seen in everyday New Zealand life.

Pōwhiri can happen anywhere that tangata whenua (hosts) wish to formally greet manuhiri (visitors).

Spiritual or Religious Journey The pōwhiri signifies two groups coming together, negotiating the terms of their engagement and finishing with guests joining their hosts as one.

It is a spiritual or religious journey where gods, heaven and earth are acknowledged, ancestors remembered and kinship ties reinforced. It is also when intentions are ascertained, issues debated and lobbying carried out.

Wero - The Challenge For most observers, the taki or wero, an aggressive challenge of the visitor at the beginning of the ceremony, is the most spectacular part of the pōwhiri.

During this part of the ceremony, three Māori warriors will advance cautiously towards the guests with ceremonial weapons, and perform threatening gestures and grimaces, calling out battle screams and generally giving an impression of being ready to explode into violence against the visitors at any moment.

Historically, this has roots in both showing off the martial prowess of the iwi (tribal) warriors, as well as testing the steadfastness of the visitors.

By accepting the rautapu, a symbolic offering - usually a leaf or carved effigy - is placed on the ground by the leader before the visitors, this part of the ceremony is concluded.

Karanga - The Call On some occasions, the pōwhiri begins before the karanga (call); at other times, it begins after the karanga has started. At some point the karanga and the pōwhiri will take place at the same time.

For the pōwhiri, the kai karanga (female caller) usually stands to the side and slightly to the front of the tangata whenua. Those who take part in the pōwhiri include elders and young people - men and women.

After the manuhiri and tangata whenua are seated, both sides will present speakers, beginning with the tangata whenua. The ceremonial tapu (sacred separation) is lifted when tangata whenua and manuhiri make physical contact through hongi (pressing of noses) or hariru (shaking hands).

The Words of Te Rauparaha Leader: Ringa pakia!

Slap the hands against the thighs!

Uma tiraha!

Puff out the chest!

Turi whatia!

Bend the knees!

Hope whai ake!

Let the hip follow!

Waewae takahia kia kino!

Stamp the feet as hard as you can!

All: Ka mate, ka mate I die, I die, Ka ora’ Ka ora’ I live, I live, Ka mate, ka mate I die, I die Ka ora’ Ka ora’ I live, I live, Tenei te tangata puhuruhuru This is the hairy man Nana i tiki mai whakawhiti te ra Who caused the sun to shine again for me Upane...Upane Up the ladder...Up the ladder Upane Kaupane” Up to the top Whiti te ra,!

The sun shines!

He! He!

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KAURI COAST

The Kauri Coast Kauri forests, fresh waters lakes, thousands of acres of sand dunes, coastlines both inner and outer harbour, kumara (sweet potato), world class artists, stunning scenery, volcanic peaks to climb, adventures to have – there is so much to experience and enjoy during your stay on the Kauri Coast region of Northland.

Travel only 1½ hours north-west of Auckland on the Twin Coast Discovery Highway, turn left off State Highway 1 at the Brynderwyn junction on to State Highway 12 and you can start your Kauri Coast adventure. First stop has to be at the award winning Kauri Museum at Matakohe – allow at least 2 hours, some visitors stay all day as there is so much to see from huge slabs of Kauri, the largest collection of Kauri gum in the world to how the early settlers lived – a museum not to be missed. Close to the The Kauri Museum is Matakohe House – a delightful boutique Bed and Breakfast property which has a licensed café open every day where the food is fresh and locally grown and always delicious. Evening meals are also available.

Dargaville is approximately 45 minutes north of Matakohe and enroute you will see the pointed peak of Tokatoka, a 20 minute 16

challenging climb. On arrival in Dargaville make the Dargaville and Kauri Coast Visitor Information Centre your first stop – pick up a town map, ask about what to see, where to stay, tours to do and get information on any special events/markets happening or any special accommodation deals available. They can also assist with travel arrangements for further afield. Pick up some discount vouchers, free maps, guides etc. Adjacent to the Visitor Information Centre is the studio of world famous wood turner Rick Taylor, The Woodturners Kauri Gallery and Studio where you will see top of the range Kauri bowls, platters and other works of art he has turned from the amazing ancient Kauri wood which he sourced from swampland on the Kauri Coast. He also offers woodturning tuition if you would like to start a new hobby.

Just behind The Woodturners Kauri Gallery and Studio is the newly opened Dargaville Park Over - an ideal stopover spot if you are travelling in a motor home, campervan, RV etc. Reasonably priced and it is an all weather site with river views and on the Historic River Walk route.

Make time to also visit Pauline Gough’s studio/gallery – a very talented impressionistic style artist - local scenes, still life, animals, chickens – you will find that painting you have been looking for at Pauline’s studio/gallery just on the edge of Dargaville.

Whilst you stock up for supplies and check your emails in Dargaville township, pop in to Snazzi Gifts in McKays Arcade

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where you’ll find an interesting collection of treasures, both personal and precious objects which recall special times, places and special people. You’ll also find New Zealand greenstone, crystals, gems, and bone carvings. Not far away from Snazzi Gifts and adjacent to the carpark is Muddy Waters Gallery – an ever changing eclectic collection of work by local artisans, pottery, paintings, jewellery, photographs and more.

There is a choice of accommodation options in Dargaville and the surrounding areas and the Aratapu Tavern and Hotel is one to consider – enjoy the warm fire in the winter months whilst mixing with the locals and in the summer there is the Garden Bar. Perhaps sample the delicious Texas style biscuits and redeye gravy or the

Matakohe House

Boutique Bed & Breakfast Hotel and Licensed Café. Closest accommodation to the famous Kauri Museum. All rooms have ensuites.

Delicious home style food in 7 days a week Café and evening meals. Delightful and caring hosts.

Church Road, Matakohe P: 64 9 431 7091 E: mathouse@xtra.co.nz

big breakie – they also offer a range of accommodation options including backpacker style Plan to stay more than one night on the Kauri Coast – explore the magnificent Kauri trees in the Waipoua Kauri Forest and Trounson Kauri Park. Don’t miss Tane Mahuta (the largest Kauri tree), the guided night walk in the kauri forest or a trip to the Kaipara Lighthouse and the kumara farm/show, cruising the Northern Wairoa River, swimming in the fresh water Kai Iwi Lakes or walking along Ripiro Beach – NZ’s longest drivable beach.

There is so much natural beauty on the Kauri Coast – and it doesn’t cost a lot of money to enjoy.

See you soon.

The Kauri Museum Transport yourself back to a time of mighty Kauri forests and hardy pioneers.

Experience bygone days in a whole new way at this award winning museum.

Alongside vast timber slabs and logs harvested from the ancient forest you will find the largest collection of kauri gum in the world.

5 Church Road, RD 1 Matakohe, Northland P: 09 431 7417

www.matakohehouse.co.nz

www.kaurimuseum.com

The Woodturners Studio

Dargaville and Kauri Coast Visitor Centre

Visit Rick Taylor’s studio and marvel at the stunning Ancient Kauri bowls, platters, hollow pots, pens, clocks and more. Woodturning tuition, tools, blanks also available.

Touch, smell & experience the best Ancient Kauri in New Zealand.

4 Murdoch St on State Highway 12, Dargaville P: 09 439 4975 E: kauri4u@xtra.co.nz

Ask the experts – we are here to help with all your travel requirements. Free advice, maps, guides and booking service for accommodation, tours, coach, ferries etc. Collect discount vouchers.

4 Murdoch St on SH12, Dargaville P: 09 439 4975 E: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz

www.thewoodturnersstudio.co.nz

www.kauriinfocentre.co.nz

ARATAPU TAVERN & HOTEL

IMPRESSIONZ ART

Ideally located 6 kms south of Dargaville. Enjoy our warm & cosy fireplace in the winter and our Garden Bar in the summer. Full service Restaurant and Bar Tuesday to Sunday 11am till late. TV/DVD lounge room, kid friendly DVDs. Accommodation.

Pouto Road, Aratapu P: 09 4395923 E: arataputavern@xtra.co.nz

www.aratapu.com

Visit Pauline Gough’s studio/gallery and enjoy her fresh, impressionistic painting style. Open most days – phone first to prevent disappointment.

54 Colville Road, Dargaville P: 09 439 1339 or 0211832738

www.dargavillearts.co.nz www.mangawhaiartists.co.nz

SNAZZI GIFTS

New Zealand greenstone, bone carvings, paua shell plus Moroccan glassware, dragons from the myths of Eqypt and amazing crystals. Artworks, jewlery, sculpture – the mystical and the devine.

McKays Arcade, Victoria St, Dargaville P: 439 8779 E: snazzigifts@xtra.co.nz

DARGAVILLE PARK OVER

River & rural views, all weather level site.

Stay 1 night or longer. Friendly hosts.Walking distance to Dargaville township & Dargaville Museum. Adjacent to Visitor Info Centre & The Woodturners Kauri Gallery. Rates - $15 per van per night ($13.50 for NZMCA) 71 River Road, Dargaville P: 09 4394975 E: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz

MUDDY WATERS GALLERY

An eclectic collection of work from local artists.

The gallery is located next to the Dargaville car park beside the river. Mon, Tues, Wed & Friday 10am – 4pm. Thurs 10am – 5.30pm and Sat 10am -1pm Closed Sunday Cnr Kapia and Parenga Sts, Dargaville Ph 09 4391339, 4396933 or 021439698

www.dargavillearts.co.nz

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NORTHERN EXPLORER

TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK

Kiwi Mountain Bikes Situated on the Central Plateau and looked down on by Mt Tongariro, Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Ruapehu, National Park Village is the perfect drop off point to experience the great New Zealand outdoors. And what better way to explore than by mountain bike – feel the fresh air on your face and be out amongst nature where one can step away from the hurly burly of today and find the tranquillity, peace and solitude of the native bush and the rugged alpine grandeur.

Mountain biking the iconic 42 Traverse is a must and the best bit is that there’s something to suit everyone - for those with limited experience right through to the kamikaze thrill seeker.

Experience spectacular views like nowhere else on earth.

Mountain Bike Hire and Transport out of National Park Village.

Guiding options available.

42 TRAVERSE 46km - Full Day FISHERS TRACK 18km to 28km - Half Day OLD COACH ROAD 15km - Half Day Contact Rick 0800 KMBIKES (0800 562 4537)

For more information: www.kiwimountainbikes.co.nz

E: info@kiwimountainbikes.co.nz

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VISIT FEILDING’S HOME OF RURAL STORIES

FEILDING’S COACH HOUSE MUSEUM is home to an outstanding collection of rural New Zealand heritage, showcasing over 140 years of history. Visit our Museum and enjoy a fascinating historical journey through the lives and vehicles of our early settlers and the development of the Manawatu region.

A MUST SEE attraction for visitors to the Manawatu.

O P E N 7 DAY S 1 0 A M - 4 P M 121 South Street, Feilding, Manawatu

Feilding’s Coach House Museum is home to an outstanding collection of rural New Zealand heritage, showcasing over 140 years of history.

Fascinating stories are told of men, women, children and the vehicles they used to develop Manawatu into the thriving rural heartland it is today.

Take a break and journey off the beaten track of SH1 into what has been voted 14 times New Zealand’s most beautiful town – Feilding. Visit the home of rural stories which is open 7 days from 10am to 4pm, large free parking area, Cafe’s and boutique shops close by, Eftpos and toilet facilities onsite.

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HAWKE’S BAY

Hop to Hawke’s Bay Hawke’s Bay, on the North Island’s eastern coast, has some of New Zealand’s highest sunshine hours, a climate that infuses the region’s award-winning wine and gourmet food.

One of New Zealand’s premier food and wine regions, Hawke’s Bay is a foodie’s heaven any time of year - stocked with fresh produce, fine wine and gourmet dining destinations. As proven by the previously aired New Zealand Masterchef episode and Masterclass, which were filmed in Hawke’s Bay at Elephant Hill Restaurant & Winery and the Black Barn River Lodge Retreat. The region and its produce received rave reviews from judges and contestants alike.

Regional food highlights - a wide variety of fresh produce and artisan products - feature on the food trail. The easily navigated gate-to-gate trail takes visitors to meet producers and sample local flavours.

The Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Markets sell local food and produce.

On Saturdays in Napier and Sundays in Hastings, shoppers can buy fresh produce and delicacies direct from growers and producers.

The Hawke’s Bay wine region covers several sub regions, for example the Gimblett Gravels and Te Awanga, each known for particular wine styles. Hawke’s Bay is best known for awardwinning reds, but white varieties such as chardonnay are also receiving recognition.

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With 42 of 70-plus vineyards offering cellar door experiences, there are many opportunities to enjoy Hawke’s Bay wine in either heritage or ultra modern surroundings. Many wineries have restaurants or alfresco dining, while vineyard cycle tours take advantage of a relatively flat landscape and pleasant climate.

The reputation for fine wine, gourmet food and high sunshine hours makes the Hawke’s Bay region a luxury getaway destination.

The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is an award winning luxury lodge with a world-class golf course on a 6,000 acre sheep and cattle farm.

Some vineyards offer private boutique accommodation in the vines, and there’s a growing list of private lodges and boutique cottages for rent, as well as a full range of hotel, motel and bed & breakfast properties.

Early morning hot air balloon flights cross the patchwork fields of orchards, vineyards, farms, and wide open spaces of Hastings District fringed by mountains and sea. Private helicopters fly to vineyards for exclusive lunch and wine tasting sessions, or into remote spots for wilderness adventures like trout fishing and rafting.

Napier - Art Deco capital of the southern hemisphere - has the most Art Deco architecture outside of Miami. Rebuilt following the devastating 1931 earthquake and in the height of the Art Deco era, Napier has a huge variety and concentration of Art Deco buildings.

Each February, thousands of people converge on Napier for Art Deco Weekend - a lively celebration of Art Deco architecture and culture.

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Napier - Art Deco capital of the southern hemisphere

Year-round daily Art Deco walking tours in the city centre show visitors the unique 1930s architecture and tell Napier’s story.

Vintage car tours visit other famous Art Deco landmarks beyond the city centre.

Hawke’s Bay has a community of internationally and nationally recognised artists who display their work in home studios and galleries. An art guide covers 50 galleries and studios where visitors can meet artists in their creative environment and discover New Zealand art.

Central Hawke’s Bay is an ideal stop when heading up the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail to Napier or Hastings from the south. Beautiful historic homesteads, wind-swept beaches and

fabulous trout fishing abound in idyllic rural settings. Stop at the Visitor Centre in Waipukurau for on the spot information and directions to the world’s longest place name.

On the Pacific Coast Highway to the north travellers can take in the wonders of northern Hawke’s Bay. The Lake Waikaremoana Great Walk (located in the south-west corner of the 212,673 hectare Te Urewera National Park) is a 46 kilometre 3 to 4 day tramping track which follows the shore of the lake for most of its length. It is one of a network of great walks managed by DOC throughout New Zealand. The majestic views over Mahia Peninsula are a must see before heading on up the East Coast.

For more information: www.hawkesbaynz.com

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A homely rural residence standing on an elevated terrace overlooking sweeping vineyards, glistening sea and the spectacular Hawkes Bay coastline.

We offer a unique opportunity for a peaceful, relaxed and very private environment. Ideal for family holidays, corporate retreats and memorable special occasions such as weddings and family occasions.

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Warming Wanganui Spring in Wanganui is a truly delightful experience with temperatures ranging between 18 to 30 degrees Celsius. The city’s parks and reserves are blooming, adding drama to the already majestic Whanganui River as it ambles towards the ocean. Aboard the PS Waimarie - New Zealand’s last paddle steamer (Est.1900) - visitors wave as they travel upstream to the small settlement of Upokongaro and locals stroll along the boardwalk enjoying the growing number of stunning sculptures along the riverbank.

A day on the Whanganui River is a real treat, whether travelling by paddle-steamer, jet boat or kayak. Or follow the route of the Whanganui River Road, a journey which takes you back in time, revealing the heritage of the local iwi, the remnants of early 22

European settlement as well as many historic landmarks and features. Key settlements along the road include Hiruharama (Jerusalem), most famous for the century old church and convent founded by Mother Aubert. In the 1970s, Jerusalem was also famous for the poet James K Baxter’s commune. Further south is the settlement of Ranana featuring a beautiful marae and Kawana Flour Mill – constructed in 1854.

While in the area, a visit to Paloma Gardens is unmissable.

A garden of national significance as rated by the New Zealand Gardens Trust, enjoy this exotically landscaped oasis with plants from all over the world from the jungles of Asia, to the deserts of Africa and the Americas.

Alternatively appreciate the tranquillity of Bason Botanic Gardens, open free to the public daily from 8am through to dusk. With its extensive lawns, gardens and bush walks, it’s a great

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place to appreciate the true beauty of spring.

Wanganui is also blessed with a stunning coastline.

Just minutes from the city, you can explore Castlecliff – a traditional ‘family beach’ with plenty to keep the youngsters happier. Just a few minutes drive north, the wilder beach at Kai Iwi is well worth a visit and while you’re there, check out Bushy Park – home to ‘Ratanui’ the largest rata tree in the Southern Hemisphere and some stunning bush walks.

If you’re travelling with the children, Kowhai Park is a must-do - it’s arguably one of the best playgrounds in the world. Ride a brontosaurus, swing on an octopus, seesaw with a snake or pack a picnic– they won’t want to leave! If the air is still a bit chilly, a trip to Splash-Centre followed by a woodland walk around Virginia Lake makes the perfect afternoon and for only $2, the fountains will play for you!

At the heart of the city centre lies Queens Park – a true jewel – comprising the magnificent Sarjeant Art Gallery, Whanganui Regional Museum, War Memorial Centre, Alexander Heritage Library, Veteran Steps and Carillion bells.

Just off Queens Park lies Victoria Avenue with its Victorian street-lamps and stunning flower baskets all year round. The Avenue is lined with gorgeous boutique shops and great eating places to suit all budgets and don’t forget to pop into Thistle’s sweet shop for all those old-fashioned favourites.

Easily accessible by air and road, Wanganui is easy to get around with no traffic jams, heaps of great places to eat, awesome shopping and a wide choice of things to do and see - the perfect escape for a weekend.

For more information: www.wanganui.com

Wanganui - for your weekend getaway.

Freephone 0800 926 426, info@wanganui.govt.nz

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Lights, Camera, Wellington The spotlight is on the coolest little film-making capital in the world as the scene is set for the world premiere of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on November 28. Film fans will find plenty to do and see when visiting Wellington this spring.

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The Film Archive

While much of Wellington’s role lies in production studios and digital effects, there are a number of ways visitors can experience the city’s world class film industry. Conservation and legal requirements mean that no film sets from The Lord of the Rings remain, so a film tour is the best way to uncover the secrets of the making of these movies. Some operators can even take you places the public doesn’t have access to. And if you’re really lucky, you might find yourself guided by an extra from one of the films.

Collecting our past Protecting our future Connecting with our country Please visit the conference website for more information: www.otago.ac.nz/fhaanz2008 or email us: fhaanz2008@otago.ac.nz

Still from Heavenly Creatures (1994) directed by Peter Jackson. Stills Collection; New Zealand Film Archive / Ngā Kaitiaki O Ngā Taonga Whitiāhua

See A number of popular and accessible sights in Wellington double as filming locations for The Lord of the Rings. Must sees include: PICK-UP AND DELIVERY ONLY!

Mount Victoria This landmark, just a few minutes walk from downtown Wellington, hosted key scenes in The Lord of the Rings, including the hobbits hiding from the Nazgûl shortly after leaving Hobbiton, and then racing to catch the ferry to Bree with a Black Rider in hot pursuit. Close up shots for the Dunharrow (Rohirrim camp) scenes made use of Mount Victoria’s disused quarry. Mount Victoria Lookout is also a popular visitor attraction for panoramic views of the city.

Lyall Bay A cliff face in this popular surfing suburb was used for Dunharrow and further along the coast at Red Rocks is where Frodo, Sam and Gollum reached the Black Gate.

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Come and discover New Zealand’s national archive of moving images.

Nau mai, haere mai ki Ngā Kaitiaki O Ngā Taonga Whitiāhua.

Film Archive office hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm

Exhibitions open: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm Saturday, 4pm–6pm

Libraries open: Monday to Friday from noon–5pm (and by appointment)

Please ring 04 499 3456 for current listings or check the events calendar online.

Free Entry Please note screenings of films from outside the collection may have entry charges.

84 Taranaki St Te Aro, Wellington Phone: 04 384 7647 www.filmarchive.org.nz

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Miramar Peninsula Miramar Peninsula served as the outskirts of Bree, and the Prancing Pony and village of Bree were built around army barracks at Fort Dorset, in Seatoun.

Kaitoke Regional Park Just 45 minutes north of Wellington city, the spectacular Kaitoke Regional Park covers 2860 hectares in the foothills of the Tararua Ranges. Here you can explore beautiful bush clad tracks, walk the Ridge Track for wonderful views of the Upper Hutt valley, or visit the magical spot used as a set for Rivendell - the refuge and rallying place for elves.

Celebrate the Southern Skies in Carter Observatory’s digital planetarium and amazing interactive exhibition.

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+64 4 910 3140 info@carterobservatory.org www.carterobservatory.org

Located in Wellington Botanic Garden, 2 minutes from the top of the Cable Car.

3C offers mouth watering food, a stunning wine list & outstanding ‘all about YOU’ friendly service.

All in a beautiful Wellington heritage building with ambiance to die for.

Corner Chews Lane & Victoria Street, Wellington CBD PHONE: 04 913 1224 EMAIL: 3cbarandrestaurant@gmail.com

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Hutt River The Great River Anduin was filmed at Hutt River from Moonshine Bridge around to Poets Park. The 30km Hutt River Trail is a great spot for walking, running and cycling.

Dry Creek Quarry Helms Deep - the deep fortified ravine in Rohan - was filmed at Dry Creek Quarry, just north of Wellington city at the bottom of Haywards Hill Road.

Visit Weta Cave - the shop front of the world famous Oscar-winning Weta Workshop. View a selection of props, pick up collectibles and be sure to watch the behind-the-scenes film in their mini theatrette.

Embassy Theatre - this historic theatre originally built in 1926 was restored to host the Australasian premieres of two of The Lord of the Rings films - The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers. It then hosted the world premiere and final film of the trilogy, The Return of the King, in 2003.

Roxy Cinema - this beautifully revamped cinema in Miramar merges the style of the art deco era with the technology its neighbours are famed for. The cinema is owned by the best of Wellington’s movie making and hospitality scene. Be sure to book in for dinner at the cinema’s restaurant, Coco.

Drive along the South Coast of Wellington, where you will come to the quaint seaside suburb of Seatoun. Most of the cast and crew stayed/stay here during filming.

Continuing on the South Coast past Breaker Bay and Wellington Airport, you’ll get to Lyall Bay. This was where Billy Boyd (Pippin) and Viggo Mortensen learned to surf and also happens to be home to one of Wellington’s best cafes – Maranui Café.

Eat Café Polo, The Larder and La Boca Loca in the heart of Miramar - Wellington’s filmmaking hub - are popular with a range of cast and crew working on The Hobbit.

The Green Parrot was popular with Viggo Mortensen (Aragorn) during The Lord of the Rings filming; in fact he launched one of his books there.

Logan Brown and The White House were popular with Elijah Wood (Frodo) and Liv Tyler during filming of The Lord of the Rings.

Matterhorn, a Wellington institution, was a favourite with The Lord of the Rings cast.

For more information: Visit WellingtonNZ.com for more details on the Lord of the Rings film locations, film tour operator details and bars and restaurants favoured by film cast and crew.

Mud Cycles Experience Wellingtons best adventure activity!

Mountain biking & bike hire. We also design rides catering for all levels. Options range from easy sightseeing adventures through to advanced technical trails for the thrill seekers!

MOUNTAIN BIKING & BIKE HIRE KARORI 338 Karori Road P: 4764 961, E: mudzy@mudcycles.co.nz CITY BIKES Base Backpackers, 20 Cambridge Tce P: 04 801 5666

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…And if you want more from Wellington There’s no going past The Film Archive on the corner of Ghuznee and Taranaki Streets where you can browse New Zealand’s national archive of moving images.

If adventure is your thing, hire a bike from Mud Cycles for easy riding through the CBD or there’s always giving the more challenging areas they can recommend a go!

Additionally, we highly recommend popping in to Carter Observatory as well. Located in the Wellington Botanical Gardens, it promises a brilliant time for the whole family with a wonderful interactive exhibit.

The Bank of New Zealand Museum is another great family outing giving all visitors a unique insight into how social and financial New Zealand came to be what it is today.

When it comes to food, there’s no going past 3C on the corner of Chews Lane and Victoria Street in the CBD. With a fantastic atmosphere, it’s a great place to catch up on the sightings of the day – and of course what you have in store of the rest of your Wellington trip!

Pizza Pomodoro at Hannah Warehouse, 13 Leeds Street is another great place for this where you’ll be serviced mouth watering authentic wood fired pizzas – nothing beats tradition!

Copthorne: RELAX & EXPLORE Central to all the region’s attractions and events, this country resort is the ideal base for any stay in the Wairarapa.

Whether you are a lover of nature and the outdoors, if you yearn for adventure, prefer a more cultural experience, or if you just want to soak up some of New Zealand’s best Pinot Noir, the Copthorne Solway Park provides both a luxurious and practical base from which to explore the region’s highlights.

Set on 10 hectares of landscaped grounds and native bush, the resort is home to numerous on-site facilities, making any stay there so comfortable, it’s hard to get away! A refurbished indoor pool, fitness centre, squash court, café and golf driving range are the latest additions to the hotel’s facilities, adding to two other restaurants and bars, an outdoor pool, private spa pool, tennis and beach volleyball courts. Add to that its wireless broadband access throughout, free parking and a campervan waste station on-site, it really is an essential stop-over for any New Zealand road trip.

For more information: or to book, freephone 0800 SOLWAY, email: reservations@solway.co.nz, or visit www.solway.co.nz.

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Central to visitor attractions:

• Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre (20 mins) • Masterton iSite, The Woolshed, Aratoi (5 mins) • Greytown (15 mins) • Martinborough wine village (30mins) • Castlepoint & Riversdale beaches (45 mins) • Tui Brewery (45 mins)

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Just 15 minutes from Wellington by car, bus, train or ferry is the Hutt Valley—the place of first settlement by the New Zealand Company out of England in 1839.

With the resident Te Atiawa Maori welcoming and helping the settlers, the valley became a cultural melting pot.

WAIWHETU TREASURES Waiwhetu Marae is a real living Marae and you won’t find any tours, postcards or souvenirs here - but that makes it all the better!

At the centre of the Waiwhetu village is a traditional wharenui meeting house surrounded by the rest of the tribal community.

The whare waka is an impressive contemporary building housing the historic and treasured, traditional waka, tribal council offices and Atiawa FM radio station.

Art is an important part of Maori tradition and the Hetet family ensure the tradition is alive and well. Don’t be surprised if you’ve seen some of these pieces before as Hetet works feature in collections and exhibitions across the world.

Visitors to Waiwhetu are among good company with names like Ghandi, Martin Luther King, Princess Diana and Prince Charles all having been previous guests of the Te Atiawa people.

The gallery and sumptuous cafe are open daily from 9am to 5pm.

NEW ZEALAND FIRSTS Marking the first settlement of the New Zealand Company from England, you’ll find many New Zealand firsts dotted around the region; Korokoro Dam, Pencarrow Lighthouse and the first rugby game in the north island was held in Petone.

The Settlers Museum on the harbour foreshore at Petone serves up mammoth ‘made in New Zealand’ stories. Petone Rugby Club has a first class museum celebrating the first 125 years of rugby in the community.

Hire a bike at the Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre and grab more local tips on unspoilt examples of New Zealand’s culture.

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THORNDON - A WELLINGTON TREASURE The ‘coolest little capital in the world’ is a place where you can learn New Zealand’s stories and visit architectural gems. The city’s oldest suburb – Thorndon – is a great spot to start your heritage journey.

A visit to the capital wouldn’t be complete without a visit to New Zealand’s beautifully refurbished Parliament Buildings on the corner of Lambton Quay and Molesworth Street. The complex is made up of three architecturally distinctive buildings: the Edwardian neo-classical Parliament House, the Victorian Gothic Parliamentary Library and the unique 1970s-style Beehive building.

Continuing with the architecture trail, Old St Paul’s at 34 Mulgrave Street is a fine example of 19th century gothic revival architecture adapted to colonial conditions and material.

Constructed entirely from native timbers, the glowing interior is enhanced by stunning stained glass windows. No longer a parish church but still consecrated, Old St Paul’s remains a place of spiritual significance to many.

For more on buildings, the Department of Conservation is great for information on open days at Government buildings. You can either contact DOC Wellington Visitor Centre at 18 Manners Street or visit their website at www.doc.govt.nz.

Literary fans will enjoy Katherine Mansfield Birthplace at 25 Tinakori Road. The childhood home of New Zealand’s most famous author reveals background for the enjoyment and understanding of a large part of her writing. Also be sure to set aside some time for art and antique shopping at Tinakori Road village.

ABOVE: Wellington Botanic Gardens and the Lady Norwood Rose Garden

The nearby Wellington Botanic Garden features over 26 hectares of views, exotic forests, native bush and colourful floral displays and gardens. Visit the Duck Pond, Begonia House, awardwinning Lady Norwood Rose Garden and the historic Bolton Street Memorial Park, where many of Wellington city’s pioneers are buried. The gardens open daily from dawn until dusk and entry is free.

Visitors to Thorndon can also check out the National Library of New Zealand and Archives New Zealand, where you can see the original Treaty of Waitangi. Finish up your day at one of New Zealand’s oldest public houses, The Thistle Inn at 3 Mulgrave Street, established in 1840. It offers casual bistro dining for both lunch and dinner.

For more information Visit WellingtonNZ.com or the Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre for more activities and attractions in New Zealand’s capital of cool.

Open Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm

Old St Paul’s Breathtakingly Beautiful!

Wellington’s famous…Old St Paul’s. Stunning architecture and a place of living history.

Old St Paul’s is one of New Zealand’s greatest heritage places, and one of the best examples of timber Gothic Revival architecture in the world.

A ‘must-see’ experience on your visit to Wellington. Guided tours every hour.

7 Days 9:30am – 5pm Closed Christmas Day and for short periods during special functions.

34 Mulgrave Street, Thorndon, Wellington T: 04 473 6722 E: oldstpauls@historic.org.nz

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Visit key areas of the historic Parliament Buildings. Enjoy your free 1 hour guided tour by specially trained staff.

The tour operates everyday, on the hour, from the Beehive.

Weekdays: 10am-4pm.

Saturdays and most public holidays: 10am-3pm.

Sundays: 11am-3pm. Tour route/times subject to change. Please arrive 15 minutes before the hour.

Gift shop open Parliament Buildings, Molesworth Street, Wellington P: 04 817 9503 F: 04 817 6743 E: tour.desk@parliament.govt.nz www.parliament.nz

Visit New Zealand’s grandest wooden building Come and see the building that looks like a stone palace, but is in fact made entirely of timber

To find out more about open days at Government Buildings, contact the DOC Wellington Visitor Centre: 18 Manners St, Wellington 04 384 7770 wellingtonvc@doc.govt.nz

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Holiday and Wellness Experience Kaiteriteri Be our guest...

Located just one hour from sunny Nelson, Kimi Ora Spa Resort in Kaiteriteri is the perfect place to relax and unwind all year around.

Kimi Ora is for everyone. You are welcome to hire a mountain bike to try the hugely popular Kaiteriteri MTB Park or take a dip in our heated indoor or outdoor swimming and spa pools or relax in the sauna. Or how about treating yourself to a spa treatment (open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays).

Set amongst the treetops, our solid timber eco friendly Swiss-style chalets are the perfect place to reconnect with nature and yourself.

You’ll be delighted by the uninterrupted views of Kaiteriteri beach, estuary and surrounding bush-clad hills and the abundant bird life.

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Enjoy a deserved break strolling along the picturesque golden sand beaches of the Abel Tasman National Park. Chill with friends and family as you kayak or cruise the clear waters or picnic on a private beach. There are another two spectacular national parks in the region only a 90 minute drive from the city.

Perched high on the ranges between Lakes Rotoiti and Rotoroa in the alpine ranges of Nelson Lakes National Park is Lake Angelus. If world renowned is what you’re looking for then take a side track off the 80km Travers Sabine Circuit to the crystal clear Blue Lake, deemed the clearest fresh water in the world. Located west of the region in the diverse landscape of the Kahurangi National Park is one of New Zealand’s “Great Walks”, the Heaphy Track.

Add to your spring wish list a journey to Mapua along the treasured “Ruby Coast Scenic Drive” then venture further to Motueka, the gateway to the Abel Tasman. Enjoy the sunshine in a wonderful relaxed atmosphere of village cafes, vineyards, breweries or purchase an exclusive piece of art reflecting life, the landscape and our culture. Drive back to Nelson, the birthplace of the World of Wearable Art event and check out the museum where you will experience a visual feast of two distinctively different original collections. You will be immediately drawn to the intricate detail of amazing garments that feature in the WearableArt Gallery and be amazed as you immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of yester year at the Classic Cars Museum.

With more than 300 artists from painters and sculptors to glass blowers and jewellers, writers and theatre buffs, you will quickly discover why Nelson Tasman is crowned the creative arts capital of New Zealand.

Nelson Tasman is quickly emerging as New Zealand’s newest culinary

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Cellar doors are opening, the markets are bustling, lots of creative and culinary juices start flowing and the sun is still shining as they spring into spring in Nelson Tasman.

tourism destination for serious foodies and culinary artisans. The region has an abundance of local flavours, sun-kissed fruit, farm-fresh and organic produce and succulent seafood. Live like a local and try a few flavours at the famous Saturday Markets or the Wednesday Farmers Market. Add to your destination shopping list a visit to one of the 11 craft breweries located in the city and out and about in the hinterland. Nelson is the craft beer capital after all!

Nelson Tasman is the ‘cycling centre’ of New Zealand and and there is an abundance of rides suitable for the recreational rider or the hard-core adrenalin junkie. The ‘Great Taste Trail’ is a 175km ride and currently has two sections open which includes a ferry ride from Rabbit Island to Mapua. The third great ride to be completed under the New Zealand Cycle Trail is Nelson’s 38km Dun Mountain Trail and is home to the coppermine, which begins and ends at The Brook, a Nelson suburb and follows the route of New Zealand’s first railway (1862) as it winds through forest before crossing an alpine mineral belt and descending past the Maitai Dam down the Maitai River and back into Nelson.

Adventure activities are on the menu for all the family. There is world-class fly fishing in crystal clear river waters, great sea kayaking, white water rafting, walking, swimming and gourmet sailing experiences on one of the catamarans or luxury sail yachts. For families or groups of friends, you can explore the hills by horse, experience the longest flying fox (1.6kms) in New Zealand at The Skywire or a day in Golden Bay with a myriad of natural attractions at the Waikoropupu Springs, Farewell Spit and the Grove Scenic Reserve. Venture just past Murchison to discover New Zealand’s longest swing bridge (110m) above the rushing waters of the Buller River.

66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson. Tel 03 548 7049 www.trailwayshotel.co.nz

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WHAT’S ON The Nelson Tasman region has a fabulous array of events in spring – check out the suggestions below, or visit www.itson.co.nz for hundreds more!

Abel Tasman Coastal Classic - Sat 22nd Sep NZ’s premier trail run, 36km from Awroa to Marahau on the Abel Tasman Coastal Track.

Cherry Blossom Festival - Sun 23 Sep Festival celebrating Nelson’s association with sister city, Miyazu.

Wineart New Release Wine Tasting - Tue 25 Sep Taste the recently released Nelson wines as well as some old favourites at the Boathouse.

Konica Minolta Nelson Cycle Festival - Thu 4 - Sun 28 Oct A diverse cycling event catering for cyclist of all ages and abilities.

For ‘Lord of the Rings’ fans and soon to be ‘The Hobbit’ fans, you’ll have a chance to walk over the rocks outside the mines of Moria which look even more spectacular from the birds-eye view of a helicopter.

Highly recommended!

Nelson Tasman has an accommodation style to suit all travellers. Enjoy a unique night away at a luxury eco lodge, secluded high end B&B or one of the city’s centrally located, four plus star hotels or high calibre superb motel. Get back to basics, pack the family and book a powered site at a local holiday park or camp ground. The holiday starts with a selection of transport choices from the car, coach, boat, bike, and kayak to helicopter, yacht, or charter flight.

Be it flat tack exploring or flat out relaxing there’s something in Nelson for everyone.

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Nelson Arts Festival - Fri 12 -Sun 28 Oct A Festival celebrating the artistic nature of the region with masked parade, national and international theatre, dance, cabaret, music, talks and comedy.

Isel In Bloom - Sun 14 Oct An annual celebration to celebrate spring and the re-opening of Isel House and gardens.

The Nelson Masked Parade -Fri 19 Oct The Masked Parade opens the Nelson Arts Festival with an explosion of colour, music and performance in mask.

Nelson Growable Garden Week- Mon 12 - Sun 18 Nov FREE workshops, garden visits and guided tours to celebrate Nelson Growables Garden Week in the lead-up to the Nelson Growables Garden Fair.

Broadgreen House Rose Day - Sun 25 Nov Annual Rose Day at Broadgreen House and Gardens, Stalls, children’s activities and entertainment.

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WILSONS ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK Discover New Zealand’s finest coastal walk a day ? a dream ? Sheltered coves and islands of sculpted granite rising out of crystal azure waters lapping golden sand beaches, all fringed by lush native forest where birdsong heralds the warmer days of spring – it’s all here. The only thing missing is you!

Welcoming visitors to the region since 1841, the award winning family business, Wilson Abel Tasman, knows how to show you the very best of the park. From 2 hours to 5 days, there is something to suit all.

Got only a day? Travel into the park in style and comfort aboard Wilson’s Vista Cruise, departing every day from Kaiteriteri with coach connections to Nelson and Motueka. Choose a beach stop with full range of walking or sea kayaking options or just sit back and enjoy the relaxing cruise with all the comforts. Speed, style, comfort, licensed café and gorgeous vistas from the open air top deck - the Vista Cruise is hard to beat. Great value kayaking, walking and cruise day trips and combos to suit.

A DREAM. There is no need to travel out of the park each day to indulge with modern comforts. Turn your day in to a dream.

Wilson’s beachfront lodges: Torrent Bay Lodge and Meadowbank Homestead – Awaroa, give you the perfect location for unique walking, kayaking and lodge stay breaks. Watch the sun set over golden sands as you enjoy the tranquillity and natural magic of this special place, long after most have headed home. Overnight trips from 2 to 5 days combine walking and sea kayaking options with no heavy packs to carry. Relax or explore through the day,

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Present your Interislander boarding pass or Tranzscenic train ticket and receive a 10% discount on any booking.

then come home to a hot shower in your ensuite room while your hosts cook a delicious meal for you. Fine food, wine and all the comforts, Wilsons truly create award winning experiences that grow naturally out of the stunning surroundings.

Walk, kayak, cruise or simply relax. The choice is yours, whether travelling on your own or with a group of different ages, abilities and interests. Visit Wilsons’ comprehensive website or call their friendly reservations team to discover how to share in their eight generations of experience in the region.

Stop Dreaming – Start Exploring.

One call all options: 0800 223 582, or check the website at www.AbelTasman.co.nz.

World-renowned New Zealand art glass and glass jewellery by glass artists Ola & Marie Höglund Handmade and mouth-blown in Nelson from molten silica sand

Visitors welcome to Höglund Art Glass Studio Gallery OPEN DAILY 10am - 5pm 52 Lansdowne Road, Appleby, NELSON Ph 03 544 6500 (only 5 mins drive from Richmond or 20 mins from Nelson)

www.hoglundartglass.com

194 Cable Bay Rd, Nelson Free Ph: 0800 157 300 Local Ph: 545 0304 www.happyvalleyadventures.co.nz

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Moutere Inn Drop in to New Zealand’s Oldest Pub Located in Upper Moutere, around 30 minutes west of Nelson, the Moutere Inn is this country’s oldest pub in its original building.

The founder of this little piece of history was Cordt Bensemann, who moved his family to Upper Moutere in 1850 and began construction on the building the same year, completing it in 1853.

Cordt Bensemann built the Moutere Inn to last and the lack of change at the Inn during the last 160 years is quite remarkable. Very few buildings and the businesses in them from this era survive virtually untouched and even fewer pubs.

The Inn offers simple accommodation and a growing list of regular events. Favourites include regular showcases of styles of beer or particular breweries, local and overseas bands, and a well patronised Folk Music Evening on the first Thursday of each month.

For more information: www.moutereinn.co.nz

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Love Marlborough If you’re looking to let loose with the kids then you’re going to love Marlborough in spring. Family life is very much at the heart of this beautiful region which offers a range of activities that will appeal to both the young and young at heart. Spring is the perfect time to visit – the climate is moderate, the nature is booming and the bustle of the tourist season is not yet upon the region.

The clear sunny days make this a great time to walk the Queen Charlotte Track, which will get you and the family out into the great outdoors. The track is a four day, three nights or 71km

track through some of New Zealand’s most stunning native bush overlooking the Marlborough Sounds. The track can be experienced in pieces as a one day walk using Picton as a base or there is a range of accommodation on offer to suit everyone along the way; from a DOC campsite to a five star lodge. The track is made even more accessible to families as your packs are all transferred ahead of you.

If you’re more of a water baby than a hiker, the Marlborough Sounds offers an unparalleled outdoor playground, perfect for fishing, boating, sailing and the ultimate in natural adventures; swimming with dolphins. Kayaking is an especially popular option

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for families, as the calm waters of the Marlborough Sounds makes it easier for smaller arms to paddle.

Picton offers a great base for all the Queen Charlotte Sounds have to offer as well as only being a 20 minute drive to the Marlborough wine region. Many an hour can be whiled away relaxing in a waterfront cafĂŠ or with the kids playing on the foreshore. There are a number of walking tracks surrounding the town which offer some beautiful views without too much exertion.

The spectacular scenery continues on the 40 minute Queen Charlotte Drive that winds through the Marlborough Sounds between Picton and Havelock. Stop at the picturesque Momorangi Bay, a favourite camping spot for local families to let the kids stretch their legs or indulge in an ice-cream. Havelock, known as the Greenshell Mussel capital of the world, is set at the head of the Pelorus Sound and is full of character. Stop at the famous Mussel Pot restaurant which serves the local delicacy cooked in a vast array of styles to please every palate. Head down to Havelock Marina to catch a boat out into the Pelorus and Kenepuru sounds. View the local wildlife, drop off the local’s mail or take a Greenshell Mussel Cruise which combines the best of Marlborough; seafood, wine and the sounds.

Spring also brings the gardens of Marlborough alive with colour as everyone gets ready for the annual Hunters Garden Marlborough. In its 19th year, the festival celebrates all things botanical in Marlborough. From heritage to modern and English inspired country gardens to those dedicated to New Zealand natives, the 2012 festival is set to be better than ever with 12 new gardens being showcased in eight full or half day tours. Tickets are on sale now for the 8th to 11th November event.

For more information: on Marlborough or to book your next family holiday, visit www.lovemarlborough.co.nz.

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The Perfect Pairing Marlborough and Wine Go Hand in Hand With spring on the way, why not spend a few days in wine country before you board your cruise to Wellington and wind down at one of Marlborough’s 44 world class cellar doors.

Cellar door visits are a must on any traveller’s itinerary and in Marlborough, it couldn’t be easier!

It’s no secret that Marlborough is ideal for the creation of wines, but the question is why. The reason is due to the extreme climate, distinctive stony soils and natural aquifers. Made without compromise, their flavours and aromas are extraordinary. The pure flavours and stunning vibrancy of Marlborough wines are thanks to the long sunny days and cool nights during the ripening season. Marlborough wines are like no other in the world, with an extraordinary purity and intensity of flavours and aroma. Stylish, exciting wines that surprise and delight.

So what is it that makes the wines of Marlborough so distinctively exquisite? As with any of the great wine making regions of the world, the answer lies in a magical synergy of climate and soil, underpinned by a desire to express this unique terroir. It is a diverse landscape of spectacular natural beauty and bounty.

Pioneering Scottish grape grower, David Herd planted Marlborough’s first vineyard in 1873, long before the modern day vintners recognised the extraordinary potential to produce

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great wine in this region. It was to be another 100 years before that vision took root with the development of viticulture in Marlborough on a commercial scale.

Today, Marlborough is recognised as one of the premium wine regions of the world and draws international acclaim that far outweighs its size. In the span of just a few decades, winemakers have embraced this small yet geographically diverse region, exploring the nuances offered by its landscape to craft exhilarating flavours in many different wine styles. Soil variations, coupled with variation in geography, rainfall and temperature, has given rise to the emergence of three loosely banded viticultural sub-regions within Marlborough – The Wairau, Southern and Awatere Valleys.

Each is characterised by a cluster of distinct growing conditions that are reflected in subtly different wines.

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is acclaimed throughout the world as the definitive benchmark style for the varietal. Nowhere else, including the variety’s traditional home in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux, is able to produce Sauvignon Blanc wines with such breathtaking pungency, crisp herbaceousness, fresh flavours and aromas.

While Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc has dazzled wine critics and consumers alike, the region’s Pinot Noir are creating worldwide excitement. Marlborough is one of a few places in the world where the climatic conditions provide the perfect long dry ripening period that allows Pinot Noir to show its full class. The calibre of Marlborough’s Pinot Noir fruit is also a significant factor in the success of the region’s sparkling wine, which has attracted partnership ventures with major champagne houses.

So, why not spend a few days in wine country? Bet you’re finding it hard to find a reason now!

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Guaranteed fresh Marlborough mussels harvested in local waters, fresh and live to our door all year round.

With the influence of our Italian Head Chef there are also a variety of seafood and non-seafood dishes, vegetarian and children’s options. Our menu has been carefully matched with local Marlborough wines.

We are easy to find – just look for the giant pot of mussels on the roof.

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KAIKOURA

Welcome in Spring 2012 …with an energizing break to Kaikoura.

Explore the spectacular coastline with its backdrop of snow-capped mountains, breathe in the clear air and enjoy! With spring in the air, it’s the ideal time to blow away the cobwebs and enjoy some of Kaikoura’s exciting land and sea based activities. Kaikoura is located on the east coast of the South Island. It’s a comfortable 2.5 hour drive from Christchurch and only 2 hours from Picton or a spectacular train trip on the Coastal Pacific.

Kaikoura’s coastal waters are home to an amazing array of marine mammals and birdlife. Perhaps the most famous residents are the mighty sperm whales who share this part of the Pacific Ocean with dusky dolphins, fur seals and albatross to name but a few.

Get up close to the whales, dolphins, seals and sea birds on a boat, in a plane, a helicopter, a kayak or in a wetsuit! Don’t forget to pack the fishing rods and surf boards.

Kaikoura is an inspiring location for a fantastic array of land based activities. Take an off-road adventure, a ride on the luge, go horse-trekking, mountain biking or take a guide for some rafting.

There are many self-guided walks and also guided multi-day hikes covering areas of native bush as well as coastal and alpine terrain.

The Peninsula walkway is an easily accessible stunning circular walk with information panels to guide and inform walkers. One access point for this walk is from the Point Kean seal colony located at the tip of the peninsula. Discover Kaikoura’s history and culture with a Maori cultural tour.

For a small district, there is a huge variety of accommodation including camping grounds, B&Bs, motels and self-catering options. Stay in the centre of town, out in the countryside or perhaps a stunning coastal location where the only sound at night is the ocean.

Kaikoura offers a tempting selection of wining and dining venues. It is the ideal place for sampling fish and seafood, especially the local speciality; crayfish. Local and regional produce and wines feature on the menus. Many of the restaurants and cafes enjoy amazing locations providing dining rooms with spectacular ocean and mountain views. Join in Kaikoura’s annual celebration of food and wine at Seafest on 6th October.

For more information: visit www.kaikoura.co.nz or contact Kaikoura i-SITE Visitor Centre on 03 319 5641. Pick up a copy of the Kaikoura Visitor guide onboard the Interislander.

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Guaranteed Marine life Encounters in Spring!

Spring is a great time to Kayak with Kaikoura’s Marine Life as you are guaranteed to paddle with Fur Seals and have chance encounters with Dusky Dolphins In Kaikoura, it’s no secret that the marine life outnumbers the humans so why not meet some of the locals of the ocean world.

Whether you want to paddle with sea life, go kayak fishing, hire your own boat or up skill your paddling through a kayak school – it’s all available to you at Kaikoura Kayaks.

Their Kayak Store is stocked with top of the range gear and you can even shop online.

For the nature lovers, the curious New Zealand Fur Seals and Dusky Dolphins are only a few strokes away and Kaikoura Kayak’s local guides would love to introduce them to you around the Kaikoura Peninsula.

Kaikoura Kayak’s hassle free half day eco friendly tours offer a safe, enjoyable and interactive trip with little effort and a whole lot of good fun - suitable for all age’s and ability’s and operating year round.

For more information: or to book, free phone 0800 452 456 or visit www.kaikourakayaks.co.nz

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See the epic story from every angle Coming soonNovember 2012

Christchurch/Canterbury

Scott’s Last Expedition 23 November 2012 – 30 June 2013 Direct from London, Canterbury Museum is excited to be New Zealand’s only venue for the internationally-acclaimed exhibition Scott’s Last Expedition.

One hundred years after its tragic end, Scott’s last expedition to the Antarctic still resonates as a fantastic tale of endeavour and courage. In 1910, when Scott embarked on the former whaling ship Terra Nova during his second journey to explore the Antarctic, he could not have predicted it would be his last.

Tragically, he and four of his colleagues died on their return from the South Pole two years later. The exhibition, Scott’s Last Expedition, uncovers Scott the man, the team he brought with him to Antarctica and the details of the fascinating Terra Nova expedition. Through engaging experiences, visitors will be able to explore this historic and emotional journey from every angle.

For the first time since the epic journey in Antarctica, Scott’s Last Expedition will reunite real artefacts used by Scott and his team with the rare scientific specimens they collected during the 1910-1913 expedition.

The exhibition opens to the public at Canterbury Museum on Friday 23rd November.

Captain Robert Falcon Scott writing in his area of the expedition hut, Scott’s cubicle – H. Ponting photograph. Pennell Collection, Canterbury Museum NZ.

For more information: visit www.canterburymuseum.com

take a bite out of Springfield And indulge in Station 73 Café’s famous muffins!

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With a growth of accommodation places, cafes and activities, Springfield has become a destination in its own right and is your last stop before you head up over the alpine passes.

The region is a perfect place to pop into before and after your journey on either the Tranz Alpine Train (if you are doing the day return trip) or your journey over the Great Alpine Highway SH73 through to Arthur’s Pass and onto the West Coast.

With the magnificent Torlesse Range as a backdrop, Springfield was once a coal town with two mines open during the 1870s. It boasted seven shops and a Bank of New Zealand. The railway arrived in Springfield in 1880 so the township is steeped with history!

The Springfield Railway Station houses the Station73 Café and Springfield Information Buro – opened in June 2003 - with photos and memorabilia of the good old days. It’s also your booking office for the Tranz Alpine Train Journey or information for the Great Alpine Highway SH73 road conditions and general information on the region!

The café is also home to the famous Tranz Alpine muffins – a big hit with all who try them! They’re baked fresh each day for the train the good old fashion way, homebaked.

Specialties are the blueberry, mixed berry and cream or for the chocolate fan, you can’t go past the raspberry and white chocolate muffin.

There are also slices, scones, excellent coffee and plenty of other refreshments to stock up on before your exploration of this magnificent region.

For more information: www.springfieldinformation.co.nz

Springfield Railway Station, King Street, Springfield Canterbury – Open Daily from 8.30am

Friendly, helpful service for local knowledge and bookings for activities, accommodation, tours/ transport including daily TranzAlpine Train Journey.

Enjoy a coffee, taste our famous homemade baking; browse our retail area or railway photos and memorabilia. Enjoy our magnificent views of the Torlesse Range!!

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HURUNUI

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Hanmer Springs is North Canterbury’s mountain bike mecca, and a staging post for many a great backcountry adventure. On the doorstep of this alpine village, a vast array of mountain bike tracks and walking trails fan out into the local pine forest and DOC’s Hanmer Forest Park. They cater for all ages and abilities from the flat trails at the south end of the forest to the technical tracks that climb and descend north of the township between Jacks and Jollies Pass. Thanks to the Hanmer Springs Mountain Bike Club, new trails keep popping up on a regular basis and there is an excellent trail map available from the Hanmer Springs i-SITE Visitors Centre.

North of the township, the recently-established St James Conservation Area fits snugly between the Spencer Mountains and the St James and Opera Ranges. It’s dissected by the Waiau River and along its eastern boundary runs the Clarence River with the Molesworth Station beyond. It contains over 450 species of flora and fauna amongst the river valleys, streams, wetlands, lakes and high altitude tarns.

Purchased by the New Zealand government in 2008, the 78,000-hectare St James Station dates back to 1862, and was one of the largest in the country, running sheep, cattle and the famous St James horses. As part of the New Zealand Cycle Trail initiative, the 64km St James Cycle Trail was established in 2009.

It is best to start this track from the Mailing Pass entry point, 25km along Tophouse Road where an old farm 4WD track climbs steadily to the top of Mailing Pass. An amazing view down into the Waiau River Valley and up to the usually snow-capped Spencer Mountains is revealed. 4WD vehicles can use the track over Mailing Pass to where it meets the Waiau River. From there a dedicated cycle trail has been built and travels south along the bottom of the valley on the true left of the Waiau River to meet Saddle Spur Bridge.

The track crosses over the river and continues south following the face of Bunker Hill. It hops across Camping Stream to finally drop onto the terraces that lead to the newly built Mc Arthur Bridge. Over the years a number of suspension stock bridges have been constructed over this short gorge utilising large amounts of No8 wire.

From the bridge, uninterrupted riding leads along the true left bank for a short but steep climb up to Charlies Saddle and the start of the Edwards Valley. From the top of the saddle, the Opera Range stretches north towards the Lewis Pass and south down to the Magdalin Valley. The descent to Scotties Camp and old mustering hut is a real buzz with the ride out of the valley just a gradual uphill. There are some rough and ready hot pools hidden up Cow Stream in the Edwards Valley for tired bodies that just can’t wait to get back to Hanmer. The valley track eventually meets Tophouse Road, just a few kilometers from Jacks Pass. This marks the end of one of the best adventure rides in Canterbury with only a short drive back to Hanmer.

But wait there’s more. From Fowlers Camp, beside the Tophouse Road on an old stock route head over Fowlers Pass and down a rough farm 4WD track in the Stanley River Valley. It eventually joins up with the St James Cycle Trail at the Edwards River Valley end. This is a gnarly ride with an excellent piece of technical singletrack that descends from Fowlers Pass and stunning vertical rocky crags above the Stanley River south of Stanley Vale.

An overnight stay in either the 14 bunk Christopher Hut, which is situated up the Ada River Valley, or newly built 20-bunk Anne Hut up the Henry River Valley is a great experience. A poled route and 4WD track leads to these well-insulated fully serviced DOC shelters resplendent with log burners, bunks and cooking facilities.

The huts are well placed to catch the sun with excellent views up their respective valleys. They can be accessed from the St James Cycle Trail in either direction.

For those who enjoy the pleasures of gravel road riding, the Molesworth Road starts in the Awatere Valley and is open to the public between the 28th December and the 9th April. The Rainbow Valley and Tophouse Road starts near St Arnaud and is open all year round. Both head back to Hanmer and are ideal for a cycle-touring round trip.

A week’s stay in Hanmer Springs allows you to just about cover all the tracks and trails on offer in the surrounding environs, with the promise of a hot soak and good meal at the end of a long hard day. There is plenty of accommodation on offer and a relaxing feel to the town.

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Mt Hutt/Methven

Warmer Weather Brings Something Special to Mt Hutt and Methven The catch phrase "your true country pub" is very apt as this is indeed a classic New Zealand country pub. Warm in atmosphere and welcome, you will feel right at home from the minu you walk in the door. minute

KIDS 4 FREE!

All Kids 10 and under eat and stay for free (see website for details) All snow enthusiasts love big dumps of snow and the frenzied race to get that untracked powder in the morning, but something special happens when August comes to an end. The sun is higher in the sky, the days are longer and powder hounds take more leisurely runs in the forgiving conditions, often stopping for an ice cold drink between runs.

By the time September rolls around, Mt Hutt has a good solid base of snow. The main trails offer freshly groomed runs in the morning softening up nicely in the afternoon to soft sugary snow. The snow combined with warmer temperatures is the perfect recipe for families and friends. Mt Hutt is part of Methven’s kids4free so taking the family up is an affordable and fun way to get up into the fresh mountain air.

With the warmer days spring is naturally a more playful time of year and Mt Hutt loves its events. The annual Pond Skim at the end of September always draws a crowd with participants and spectators alike loving the crazy antics. The same weekend sees the ladies strip down for charity in the Bikinis for Breast Cancer. This fundraiser sees girls parading down the slopes in their bikini tops while receiving donations and pledges from friends and colleagues. Spring time at Mt Hutt is like a great day at the beach with family and friends high up in Canterbury’s Southern Alps - you’d be missing out if you didn’t head up for a look. Scheduled season is from June 9 to October 7 2012. Visit www.kids4free.co.nz for more information.

Once Mt Hutt closes there is still plenty to do in Methven and the surrounding area.

As one of the Canterbury Plain’s agricultural hubs, Methven’s farming backbone also comes into its own during spring. The fields around Methven burst with colour; crops, vegetables and flowers spanning shades of purple, green, and yellow. Bringing both

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the agriculture and ski industry together is the New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Encounter. The Encounter tells the stories of the mountains, plains and the people who live there, bringing to life the tales of the tenacity and ingenuity behind the development of two very important industries, a must do when you are in Methven.

Venture into the foothills of the Southern Alps for mountain biking, fishing, tramping or hunting experiences or step it up a gear with a high octane skydive or hot air balloon flight. Or simply enjoy Methven’s hospitality while you refresh and relax in the amazing space.

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This iconic pub is well known as the place to be after a big day hiking, shing, jet boating or playing golf.

The sunny verandah and views of the mountains are hard to beat - there is bet than settling down on nothing better the verandah enjoying a cold beer with some friends and reeecting on the day's adventure.

Once you have recharged the mind, the body will need to be charged up so try our excellent food, either in the Restaurant, outside on the verandah or just pull up a stool at the bar and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.

If it’s entertainment you are looking for, then you’ve found it. The Blue likes to think that it's one of Canterbury's major live venues for music and many renowned artists have played here.

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Aoraki Mount Cook Imagine sea kayaking at over 750 metres above sea level where you become part of the environment, paddling beneath towering glaciated mountains into pristine glacial bays surrounded by glacial ice where you may be able to go near to or even touch icebergs.

Mt Glacier Sea Kayaks makes it possible to experience the magnificence of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park this way, where you’ll view the majestic glaciers and summit of the mighty Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain at 3754 metres.

Explore the nooks and crannies of the glacier lakes, getting up close and personal with a variety of wildlife and ice bergs – and most importantly leave the crowds behind to experience serenity at its finest.

All the trips are fully guided with the company’s guides having a vast knowledge of the area as well as all its inhabitants and trips to suit all levels of kayakers from beginners to very experienced.

For Glacier Kayaking, Alpine Ascents, Tasman Glacier Snowshoeing and Mountaineering.

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THERE’S NOTHING LIKE A WEST COAST SPRING! The West Coast, preserved in all or part of five national parks, is a long 600 kilometre narrow strip, bound on the east by giant imposing Southern Alps and by a wild rugged coastline on the west.

You have a choice of which route to travel to get to the West Coast. You can choose the route through the Buller Gorge when travelling down from Picton through the Nelson lakes District or via Arthurs Pass. Through Arthurs Pass, you can travel comfortably by road or on the TranzAlpine, one of the top six rail journeys in the world. Whichever way you make your way to the West Coast, you will not be disappointed. You’ll be blown away by the spectacular scenery and postcard picture opportunities at every turn.

Take your time travelling through the West Coast to take in all the amazing sights and natural beauty.

There are many adventure activities suitable to all abilities on the West Coast, ranging from cave rafting, white water rafting, horse trekking, glacier walks and mountain biking.

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For those more attracted to the relaxing over the adrenaline pumping, there is an abundance of walking tracks suited to all fitness levels and guided tours to help you enjoy the West Coast’s untouched world to the full.

Wildlife is abundant both on the coastline and in the forests.

Seals are common with large colonies at Cape Foulwind and near Westport, the Hectors dolphin can be found up and down the coast. The comical mountain parrot, the Kea can often be found at unusually low altitudes and is renowned and respected for its mischievousness.

Whatever the weather, you’ll be happy that you made the journey to the wild and wonderful West Coast of the Southern Alps - a truly different part of the country offering lasting memories of good times and world class scenery.

West Coast includes a world heritage site and five of New Zealand’s 14 national parks.

Conservation and sustainability are buzz words in this region where 90 percent of the land is administered by the Department of Conservation (DOC).

Native wildlife and vegetation flourishes along the coastline, in rainforests and up onto the icy slopes of the Southern Alps, where renowned Fox and Franz Josef glaciers are among the region’s biggest attractions.

This diverse landscape also makes the West Coast an adventure destination for adrenalin thrills. Take your pick of activities from heli-hiking on glaciers to skydiving and rafting.

When it comes to the West Coast’s heritage, it’s the only New Zealand source of pounamu/nephrite jade or greenstone.

Māori valued pounamu for its strength, durability and beauty, and used it to make tools and adornments. The prized stone is considered tapu (sacred) and credited with mana (status).

Ngati Wairangi iwi (tribe) were the first people to settle on the West Coast. For a time the Ngāti Wairangi people and their supply of pounamu were protected from other tribes by the mountainous pass dividing the east and west coasts. However, they were eventually defeated by the Ngai Tahu iwi who found their way across the mountains to fight for the precious stone.

Gold fever in the 1860s brought many Europeans to the West Coast. The gold rush created boom towns.

When it comes to sustainability, sustainable tourism practices are growing on the West Coast as ‘coasters’ work to preserve the natural environment and share its beauty without compromise. Eco lodges throughout the region are part of this movement.

Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki, inside the Te Wahipounamu South West New Zealand world heritage site, is a paradise for nature lovers. The owners, actively involved

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in protecting New Zealand’s natural heritage, are an example of how nature tourism can create employment and boost small communities.

For the nature and wildlife lovers, West Coast’s long rugged coastline is home to several rare wildlife species, including the endangered Hector’s dolphin and the Fiordland crested penguin.

Okarito lagoon has New Zealand’s only white heron breeding colony, and there’s a New Zealand fur seal breeding colony at Cape Foulwind.

Punakaiki’s Pancake Rocks - in the heart of Paparoa National Park - are unique limestone formations dating back 30 million years. Lime-rich fragments of dead marine creatures on the seabed were overlaid by layers of mud and clay, then raised by earthquakes from the seabed to form coastal cliffs. Sea, wind and rain have etched the cliffs into today’s unusual rock formations where, at high tide, blow holes explode sea water high into the air.

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wonders provide the backdrop for many adventure activities.

At Franz Josef and Fox - two of the world’s most accessible glaciers - guides take hiking tours through seracs, pinnacles, caves and crevasses. Adventure-seekers can also try ice-climbing, mountaineering and heli-hiking.

Alternatively, you can take an exciting scenic glacier flight with Air Safaris from their base at Franz Josef Glacier within the Westland National Park - a fantastic South Island West Coast flightseeing attraction. Air Safaris owns and operates an airfield approximately 8km west of the Franz Josef township and a sales and information office in the Franz Josef town centre.

Underworld rafting takes visitors into the vast Nile river glow worm caves, an underground paradise of stalactites and stalagmites lit by millions of glow worms.

So whether it’s excitement and adventure, nature and wildlife, or relaxation and meditation, you’re sure to find something to give you your buzz in the West Coast.

It’s time to check out the amazing West Coast of the South Island where there’s something for everyone! From Haast, the whitebait capital of NZ, through the Glaciers in the south and north to stunning Karamea, there’s so much to see & do on the Coast.

Enjoy a glimpse of the past at our iconic Shantytown, experience the amazing Coast Rd scenery & world famous Punakaiki Pancake Rocks or indulge in a true slice of the West Coast mining history by going inland to visit the iconic Blackball Hilton & bustling township of Reefton. All this and so much more is right here waiting for you!

With over 40 buses available we can move any group, big or small, anytime, anywhere!

Travelling in other parts of New Zealand? Check out our website for contact details of your nearest branch.

PO BOX 478 Greymouth P: 03 768 2222 F: 03 768 6722 E: westcoast.depot@ritchies.co.nz www.ritchies.co.nz

alfresco eatery & historic villas

Lunch at Alfresco Eatery Reefton...

Perfect summer dining, relaxed and refreshing outside/ verandah dining.

Bistro/cafe style menu, salads, pastas, gourmet pizzas and burgers, fish and hotgrill options.

Candlelit evenings wine and dine on the verandah or cosy saloon.

Quality classic villa queen rooms available from $75.00 couple.

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DID YOU KNOW? • Fox Glacier is 13km long and moves at approximately 10 times the speed of other valley glaciers around the world.

• Fox Glacier’s nevé (snow accumulation area) is 36 sq km bigger than the South Island’s main city, Christchurch.

Possum Skins & Possum Skin Products, Wide range of Possum Merino clothing & accessories, Manuka Honey, Lanolin & Manuka Honey skincare products, Sheepskins plus general souvenirs.

• Fox Glacier is fed by four alpine glaciers that receive about 30m of snowfall annually.

• West Coast is 600km long - about the same distance between Auckland and Wellington - making it the longest region in New Zealand.

• West Coast has five national parks and one world heritage site.

• In August 1888, Reefton became the first southern hemisphere town to have electric street lighting.

• The average temperature in January is 16.2°C, and in July is 8.6°C

Santana, 5 Tahutahi Road, Haast Phone 03 7500791 Email shop@santana.co.nz www.santana.co.nz

For more information: www.westcoastnz.com

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Ride the steam train, pan for gold and watch the holographic show.

Visit our recently opened interactiVe dispatch & Garlick foundry

Rutherglen Road, Paroa (10km South of Greymouth).

Open 7 days 8.30am - 5.00pm. Phone 03 762 6634 shantytown.co.nz

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FREE information & reservation service Located at the Historic Greymouth Railway Station on the northern entrance to town.

Customer parking available.

Open 7 Days 0800 GREYMOUTH E: info@westcoasttravel.co.nz www.westcoasttravel.co.nz

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ONE INCREDIBLE JOURNEY FROM THE OCEAN TO THE ALPS

Lake Matheson, recently named one of the world’s most beautiful lakes.

• One of N.Z.’s most scenic icons - a photographer’s paradise!

• Award winning cafe with unsurpassed mountain views • Contemporary New Zealand Gift Shop specialising in N.Z. made products • Don’t miss the opportunity to walk, shop & dine at this magnificent location Lake Matheson Rd Fox GLacieR, Ph: 03 7510 878 www.LakeMatheson.coM

Flights departing hourly from: Franz Josef - Westland Region

State Highway 6, Franz Josef PH 0800 723 274

Lake Tekapo - Mount Cook/Mackenzie Region State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo PH 0800 806 880

Experience a spectacular AIR SAFARIS 50 minute “Grand Traverse” flightseeing tour of Aoraki Mount Cook and glaciers.

Covers over 200 km and highlights include: Aoraki Mount Cook and Mount Tasman Tasman & Murchison glaciers - Franz Josef & Fox glaciers plus much more!!

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QUEENSTOWN

Queenstown in the spring With mountain peaks as far as the eye can see, shimmering lakes, and crisp alpine air, Queenstown is quite simply a place of pure inspiration. Whether you have an appetite for adventure and the mountains or are more at home tracking down a delicious meal and fine wine, this cosmopolitan four season lake and alpine resort in New Zealand’s South Island provides the perfect mix of action and relaxation for an unforgettable spring break.

Springtime in Queenstown combines the best of both worlds – long days, warm spring sunshine and bright blooms completely transform the scenery but there’s still snow on the mountains for great spring skiing and riding on the region’s six ski fields until early October.

Daytime temperatures range from 8° to 22°C during spring and Queenstown’s 45° South latitude means the days and evenings become longer as the season heads towards summer - perfect for getting outdoors and enjoying the region’s worldclass adventure activities, hiking and biking trails, golf courses, wineries, bars and restaurants, art galleries, heritage trails, and events.

So grab your friends, family or special someone and book an unforgettable holiday in Queenstown now. There are great deals and plenty of availability for accommodation ranging from budget to five-star, as well as flights and activities.

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Queenstown’s most memorable dining experience A pioneering landmark from the 1860s, Gantleys is a charming stone building set on two acres of landscaped gardens with stunning mountain scenery.

Gantleys offers contemporary New Zealand cuisine using fresh, regional produce and has New Zealand’s most Awarded Wine list. Gantleys is certainly worth a visit. Just 10 minutes from Queenstown.

“ Dining at Gantleys was one of the highlights of my trip to Queenstown. Along with the wonderful service, stunning gardens and the gorgeous wines (and there were certainly plenty to choose from), the food was second to none. Piping hot, cooked to perfection and cutting through my steak, it may as well have been butter. If you’re heading to the region, I encourage you to pop into this little gem of Queenstown – you won’t be disappointed and you’ll most likely find it’ll be your highlight too.”

Bettina Maniatis, Editor, Onboard Magazine

172 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown

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DUNEDIN

OTAGO FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS From the 5th to 14th October In Dunedin, the biennial Otago Festival of the Arts has earned a reputation for the excellent and the extra-ordinary when it comes to its international and national arts and culture programming. This October, the seventh festival is shaping up to be no exception.

Over 10 consecutive days, audiences will be able to indulge in a fantastic line-up of music, theatre, dance and visual arts.

Whether you prefer intimate cabaret entertainment or grand scale performances; award winning New Zealand theatre or award winning international music acts; the exquisite art of puppetry or arresting street theatre; the Otago Festival of the Arts is set to deliver.

Smack bang in the middle of the school holidays, the festival also offers an array of family friendly programming that is sure to delight children and parents alike.

The festival’s popular St Paul’s at One weekday lunchtime concert series also returns with a fabulous variety of music performances from home and abroad.

Dunedin galleries join the festival spirit in presenting local, national and international artisans and just when you thought you’d seen it all in visual arts, be prepared for the art installation that talks back!

For those who don’t want the day’s entertainment to end, the ever-popular Festival Club keeps the music coming. This late night For more information: www.otagofestival.co.nz

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Hatched - A compelling magical fairytale told with giant books and old-world marionettes. From Australia, the production is both narrated and signed.

club feeds body and soul with a supper menu and a cocktail of blues, jazz, mellow folk ballads and driving Latin rhythms.

The full festival programme is now available to view on the website. Mark up October in your diary and spring into Dunedin for the Otago Festival of the Arts!

fiordland

FIORDLAND/ TE ANAU A place where legends and myths are loosely mingled with overwhelming reality

www.roscosmilfordkayaks.com rosco@roscosmilfordkayaks.com

FREEPHONE: 0800 4Rosco (476 726)

Visit us at: Adventure Fiordland 72 Town Centre (next to Mobil), Te Anau

This dramatic land of rivers, lakes, mountains and forests has been carved by nature’s force, water, as thousands of years ago glacial rivers ground valleys out of granite mountains and inched their way to the Tasman Sea. Today, water still dominates the landscape as one of the highest rainfalls in the world transforms the mountains and forests into spectacular waterfalls, tumbling pristine rivers and precious bogmires that contain unique and endangered flora and fauna.

The landscapes within the Fiordland National Park are truly awe inspiring and at times overwhelming. The scale of massive granite faces, and tumbling waterfalls have to be seen to be believed. Mist shrouded lakes and the spectacular fiords with mountains rising dramatically from the sea create scenes that have remained unchanged for centuries.

Spectacular scenery is not the only thing the region has to offer however as this is also where a nation of people stood up and demanded protection for the fragile environment, which led to groundbreaking sustainable environment management laws. A contented marriage exists nowadays between industrial hydro-electricity generators, tourist operators and conservationists.

Besides being one of the largest national parks in the world, Fiordland is also part of the Southwest World Heritage Area. The best-known and most accessible part of this area is the Milford Road and Milford Sound. Named by early settlers after their native Milford Haven in Wales, the region’s history encompasses both Maori and European journeys and settlement.

Milford Sound is the most famous and accessible of the fiords. Boat trips on the Sound are a must and provide close up views of the awesome scenery, especially the famous Mitre Peak, the most photographed location in New Zealand. A range of activities offer you the opportunity to explore every aspect of this unique environment, from kayak and cruise options, scenic flights, diving or visiting the unique underwater observatory.

A day or overnight trip to the majestic Doubtful Sound, the deepest of all fiords within New Zealand, is well worth the effort. A haven of nature with its ancient rainforest and abundant wildlife, it is quite simply and unquestionably breathtaking. Practically untouched by man the physical grandeur of towering peaks, outstanding waterfalls and lack of wind create a powerful atmosphere of solitude and serenity.

Wairaurahiri Jet

TRIP OF A LIFETIME Exhilarating All Day adventure ECO tours

FREE lunch Johan and Joyce, Environmental Award Winners Connects with South Coast and Hump Ridge tracks Wairaurahiri rivers grade three rock strewn white water rapids in the Southern Fiordland

www.wjet.co.nz or freephone us on 0800 376 174

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Real Fiordland Unchanged and unforgetable since time began

A day trip just isn’t enough Your overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound takes you to a world where dolphins play, penguins bustle, seals sleep off their night hunt... and peace and quiet reign supreme.

But theres a whole lot more.

Your crew gathers fresh lobster for dinner from the fiord floor, and you fish for your own delicacies to add to the seafood courses.

A small flotilla of kayaks lets everyone plot a personal voyage amid waterfalls and tree-clad peaks, while premium cabins offer the comforts and privacy of home through the starstudded flat calm night.

You could almost feel sorry for the people who rushed it...

Wake up to Doubtful Sound With Fiordland Expeditions

Maximum 14 berths per cruise Book now In person - onboard i-Site (Kaitaki only) Freephone - 0508 888 656 Book62online - www.fiordlandexpeditions.co.nz

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CROSSWORD Across 1 To keep under control (7) 5 The furthest boundary (5) 8 Shopper (7,6) 9 WC (3) 10 To place in between (9) 12 A public fight (6) 13 Short tempered (6) 15 To convert an image (9) 16 An officer of law (3) 18 A blindfold game (9,4) 20 Tight (5) 21 To affect favourably (7) Down 1 Revolt (5) 2 To learn word for word (6-7) 3 To eliminate (9) 4 Piece of music (6) 5 Romanian currency (3) 6 Movie (6,7) 7 Process or art of forming or shaping objects on a lathe (7) 11 Not the winners (7-2) 12 Gymnast, entertainer (7) 14 Hindu festival of lights (6) 17 Gusts (5) 19 Comes before rae (3)

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