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WHO’S CHANGING WATER TRAVEL FOR GOOD?

We’ve all heard about New Zealand’s innovations in the America’s Cup, but that’s not the only development in the New Zealand marine sector. There are more projects in the works that will change water travel for the good of the planet.

Culture The Kiwi Burger that contains no Kiwi Would you eat your national bird? Well, if the feathered friend in question was a turkey or a chicken then maybe, but surely not a cute, cuddly Kiwi? Although, when you hear the term Kiwi burger, you...

Culture Mānuka. A honey of a plant. New Zealand is a special place, populated by an incredible array of unique fauna and flora. None more incredible than the amazing Mānuka tree. It’s been around for centuries, dating back to early...

Culture The Sauvignon Blanc capital of the world In 1979, two New Zealanders dreamed of creating a new style of wine. Now New Zealand is synonymous with the world’s best Sauvignon Blanc.

Culture Anzac Day The Anzac spirit has taught New Zealanders many things; endurance, courage, ingenuity, good humour and mateship. We look to these qualities to unite us all.

Culture Te Tiriti ō Waitangi. The Treaty of Waitangi. Waitangi Day marks the signing of Aotearoa New Zealand's founding document on the 6th February 1840 between the British Crown and Māori Chiefs.

Culture A completely biased history of the Pavlova The Pavlova. Soft meringue with a crunchy outer layer, buckets of fresh fruit and lashings of cream. A truly delicious dessert. Not great for your waist line but oh so good. Who wouldn’t want to...

Culture It's time you had a Kiwi summer When it’s all snow, dark days, and freezing cold in the northern hemisphere, there’s something magical happening in New Zealand, which will blow your mind.

Culture Are pies the national dish of New Zealand? Some would say it’s fush and chups. But we beg to differ. The tasty pie is widely regarded as a New Zealand culinary icon and staple. It comes pipin’ hot with crispy pastry and chock full of a...

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