Māori pounamu gatherers and, later, gold miners blazed the way up the magnificent Arahura River. Now, you can follow them. The Arahura River, renowned among Māori for its pounamu, begins its journey high up in alpine Lake Browning on the Three Pass Route. The mid- to upper reaches are part of the unique Waitaiki Historic […]
The 2026 Wilderness Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition
Dirt bike trial on Tongariro Northern Circuit gets approval
A majestic coastal walk
Knockin’ on heaven’s door
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