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How a Kiwi couple built an exclusive lodge that drew Oprah's attention
'It’s one of the best places in the world to see the stars.'
Latest from New Zealand Holidays
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
The tour company running intrepid journeys through NZ's backyard
ZigZag Tours is trying to shake up how NZ's tourism market operates.
Editorial: Why quality over quantity is key for NZ tourism growth
OPINION: Rotorua's tourism is recovering, with the Lakeland Queen now back on the water.
Society Insider: Aussie rich-lister educating high-profile Kiwis; Dame Valerie Adams on finding her confidence
Plus, go inside the Ksubi x Superette's private NZFW dinner.
'Historic booking': Split Enz to reform, Dom Dolla to headline Electric Avenue 2026
The festival will host a record 45,000 people daily on an expanded site.
NZ's top hiking trails: Expert reveals best walks across the country
From Te Paki, Northland to Punakaiki, West Coast, here are some all-weather hikes to try.
Aurora Australis may be visible in NZ amid solar activity this week
Rain and clouds might obscure the view on the South Island’s west coast.
'Heathers the Musical' set to thrill fans in NZ next year
The show will play in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
Evelyn Webster, first Kiwi woman at Wimbledon, dies at 101
Evelyn Webster competed in four Wimbledon tournaments from 1951 to 1954.
From Formica to focaccia: The evolution of the Kiwi cafe
OPINION: Old cafes were eerily similar, like they’d been franchised by an aunt from 1974.
Why we moved to NZ for world-class mountain biking
One of the world's best mountain bike photographers explains why he calls NZ home.
'Can I get a passport?': Travis Kelce's response to PM's NZ wedding venue invite
Christopher Luxon invited Kelce and Taylor Swift to marry in NZ.
Ned the lefty snail has a 1 in 40,000 shot at a mate. Cue a nation-wide search
Ned is living a life of celibacy. Kiwis are hoping to help fix that.
Travel expert busts popular myth about campervan travel
The most common hurdle stopping travellers may not be true.
Lucky, lucky, lucky – NZ man gets three kidney transplants over 40 years
John Kearns received his first transplant in 1987, thanks to his sister Liz.
Closing bar owner's warning - Napier needs something to happen, and quick
'This winter was brutal.'
'He lived it the way he wanted': Barefoot Bill's legacy celebrated
Tributes pour in for Bill Elliott, a beloved icon of Russell.
Filipo hails Waikato's relentlessness in Ranfurly Shield triumph
Waikato clinched a one-point victory with an 80th-minute penalty.
'Grateful to still be alive': Black Cap Blair Tickner and wife, Sarah, on cancer journey
'I'm grateful to still move my body, I'm grateful for my family, friends and community.'
'Quiet greatness': Rachel Smalley says NZ 'feels tired' – but that can change
Smalley thinks Kiwis need to remember who we are and start walking in the same direction.
Why climate change will see top NZ golf course close for two months
The move was 'something of a no-brainer' with summer months getting warmer and warmer.
Sleep like a Queen: Bedroom suite made for Elizabeth II to go up for auction
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip used the suite when they visited Hamilton in 1953.
NZ’s ultimate winter destination that isn’t Queenstown
From quiet ski fields to relaxing hot springs, this spot has it all.
The things you should never eat when you're on holiday
Travel food fails: When culinary adventures turn into nightmares.
From Queenstown milestones to Bhutan’s new airport: Travel news to know
Explore fresh travel adventures and exciting new destinations for Kiwis.
Kiwi living in Australia for decades arrested at NZ border over unpaid $58k student debt
Her lawyer said such a move was 'very, very rare'.
'Perfect for young people': NZ named top global adventure destination
German visitor Hannah Enzmann says NZ is 'very safe' for those on their first big trip.
Gymnastics stigma: Athlete speaks out on menstruation challenges
Her delayed period was a sign of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S).
Bluebridge's 'race against the clock' to reunite toy monkey with Aussie family
George became an 'honorary crew member' during his overnight sailing to Picton.