It is hoped that a price increase for overseas walkers on Te Araroa this season will inject more funds into the trail’s development and repairs. “We’re thinking about the future of the trail, and the trail’s needs,” Te Araroa Trust executive director Matt Claridge said. “We’ve got a huge difference between what’s needed to service […]
About the author
Samantha Mythen
Walk Shorts writer Samantha Mythen is currently adventuring around the world, writing, hiking and cycling. She studied law but is now a journalist. She has worked for RNZ and freelanced for global publications, including Japan Today.
Mt Somers via Te Kiekie Route, Hakatere Conservation Park
The Tararua’s forgotten traverse
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