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Iwi propose Tarawera Great Walk

Mt Tarawera destroyed New Zealand’s biggest tourist attraction when it blew in 1886, obliterating the Pink and White Terraces. Now a local iwi is hoping a new multi-day walk to...
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Great Walk price hike for tourists

Updated below with comments from Federated Mountain Clubs. The cost of doing the most popular Great Walks will double for international tourists if National is re-elected next month. Prime Minister...
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