Great natural beauty, friendly people, Maori culture, mountains with glaciers and rain forests, beaches, fjords, fishing, sailing, surfing, skiing, golf, hiking, thermal baths, wildlife and sheep are New Zealand's foremost attractions.
You can bungee-jump off cliffs or bridges; rocket through narrow caverns on jet boats; or strap yourself inside a giant plastic ball and roll down a hillside.
If you prefer more leisurely activities, you can still enjoy New Zealand's natural wonders by strolling along its pristine beaches, sailing on its picturesque bays or fishing in its crystal-clear rivers and lakes.
Auckland-Tauranga port merger back in play New Zealand Herald ... amp;The sustainability of New Zealand's existing port sector investment, the industry's ability to invest in the future, and the global competitiveness of the country's supply chain might be assisted by...
Norovirus at Greymouth rest home NZ City 20 There has been an outbreak of Norovirus in Greymouth.The virus is highly infectious and can be readily spread by people simply coming into contact with surfaces that have been exposed...
Kiwi court gives green light to New Zealand News.Net Sydney, : A New Zealand court has given the parade of topless women on motorbikes a go-ahead signal, after refusing to grant an injunction to stop it.
Rejuvenated Weepu to stay in NZ Planet Rugby All Blacks scrum-half Piri Weepu has extended his New Zealand Rugby Union contract in a deal that will keep him playing rugby in the country until 2010.24-year-old Weepu has played 22 Tests...
Oz PM Rudd fears for his troops in Afghanistan post Musharraf New Zealand News.Net Auckland, Aug.19 : Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd believes that the exit of Pervez Musharraf from the Pakistan presidency could pose problems for NATO operations in neighbouring Afghanistan.
Weepu respects Grandfathers wishes Newstalk ZB It is evident in his decision to re-sign with the New Zealand Rugby Union until 2010. Weepu says his decision was based around family. He says he got called to his grandfather's house who was asked...
Failed Waikato air show promoter charged New Zealand Herald The man behind Wings and Wheels over Waikato has pleaded not guilty to fraud charges relating to the promotion of the failed event.Ken Ross faced 10 charges in Hamilton District Court today relating...
New chairman for Zespri Stuff John Loughlin is to replace Craig Greenlees as chairman of Zespri Group Ltd. Mr Greenlees is stepping down after six years in the role and will continue as a director of Zespri Group and G6 Kiwi...
Council announces winning waterfront bridge design Scoop Auckland City Council has selected a dramatic concept as the winner in its international competition to design an outstanding opening bridge on the city’s waterfront. The judging...
Hot Chips Back On The Menu For Healthy Eaters Scoop Media RELEASE 20 Chips Back On The Menu For Healthy EatersDelicious hot chips, traditionally a taboo for health conscious New Zealanders, are making their way back into a healthy...
Dangerous Driving On Frosty Morning Scoop Dangerous Driving On Frosty Morning New Zealand Police National News Release 20 North Canterbury Police are keeping an eye out for drivers who don't wipe their car windows clear of ice...
Boobs dressed up as Freedom of Expression Scoop 20 dressed up as Freedom of ExpressionWhere do we draw the line for commercial enterprises to block our streets for the afternoon with mobile advertising billboards, such as...
New Zealand teen admits he is ABC Australia A teenager dubbed "The Piddler on the Roof" by New Zealand police has admitted to urinating into a parking machine and has been ordered to pay $164 to the city council. Sarron Malot, an 18-year-old...
Showdown looms over Boobs on Bikes Stuff Men and women are being encouraged to join a march to raise awareness of the links between pornography and sexual violence against women and children, held at the same time as the controversial Boobs...
Bare breasts parade in New Zealand gridlocks city C News Tens of thousands of people crowded the downtown area of New Zealand's biggest city Wednesday to watch about 30 topless young women riding motorcycles and open-topped cars...
Walker qualifies fourth fastest for semis NZ City 20 New Zealander Sarah Walker has qualified fourth fastest for tomorrow's semi-finals in the Olympic BMX.Walker produced her best time in the first of two seeding time trials.Compatriot...
The rollercoaster of uncertainty continues Scoop 20 rollercoaster of uncertainty continues The New Zealand dollar slumped significantly against the US dollar last week before bouncing back this week, continuing the trend of highly...
Back Benches Line-up – 20 August 2008 Scoop Our panel on Back Benches tonight is … Chester Borrows from National, Sue Bradford from the Greens, and Charles Chauvel from Labour.We’re talking Olympics … climate change...
Privileges Committee and Winston Peters Scoop Gordon Copeland Press Release For Immediate Release Wednesday, 20th Committee and Winston PetersI attach hereto a copy of the letter that I have sent today to Simon Power...
Missing woman went into Christchurch cold in nightdress Stuff Christchurch police have named a mother of three who disappeared from her home early on Tuesday in freezing weather, wearing only a nightdress. Detective Senior Sergeant David Harvey said Joan...
Sex abuse groups welcome proposed legislation changes New Zealand Herald Sex abuse help groups are welcoming plans to improve justice around sexual offending.The Ministry of Justice has issued a public discussion document, Improvements to Sexual Violence Legislation in...
Waitakere Central wins Institute of Building Award Scoop Media Release 2008Waitakere Central wins New Zealand Institute of Building Award Waitakere Central, the city’s sustainable civic centre has notched up more national recognition...
Supply chain expert elected to int Scoop This media release also attached as Word document20 chain expert elected to international councilA Soltius expert has been elected to a governing body of an organisation that...
Sir Roger third on ACT list Newstalk ZB Leader Rodney Hide and MP Heather Roy take the top two positions. With Sir Roger at number three, he has a chance of returning to Parliament, depending on how well the party polls at the upcoming...
Ports Of Auckland Keen On Buying Tauranga Port Morning Star Pot.nz Wednesday reiterated its support for a merger between it and Ports of Auckland, but remained cool to the idea of selling its container business to its rival.
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