There’s a strange phenomenon occurring on tramping tracks throughout the country. Super fit men and women wearing bright shoes, skin-tight leggings and carrying skimpy packs are running New Zealand’s toughest multi-day tracks in a single day. Josh Gale dons his trainers to find out why trail running is the next big thing in outdoor recreation […]
The 2026 Wilderness Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition
Otamatapaio Hut, Oteake Conservation Park
Dirt bike trial on Tongariro Northern Circuit gets approval
Why we’re putting on weight
A majestic coastal walk
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