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Haka - A New Zealand Icon

Explore the stories and the meaning behind the haka, an ancient Maori dance, which electrifies the start of every All Black rugby game.

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Features

From fascinating places to visit, to culture, special events and more - we've collected a range of feature articles about New Zealand here for you to browse, learn from and be inspired by.

100% Pure New Zealand television commercial

Tourism New Zealand has launched a new era of its highly successful 100% Pure New Zealand campaign, with the focus on New Zealand as the youngest country on earth.

Haka - A New Zealand Icon

Explore the stories and the meaning behind the haka, an ancient Maori dance, which electrifies the start of every All Black rugby game.

Gourmet's Garden

Take a tour with three expert guides and discover the flavours of New Zealand's cuisine, fine wines and stunning scenery. From Auckland's fresh cuisine to Marlborough's vineyards.

Experience the Powhiri

Experience the powhiri, a ceremony of welcome extended to visitors by Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand.

Living in the Shadow of volcanoes

Volcanoes are as much a vital part of a uniquely New Zealand way of life as they are a fiery force in its landscape.

The South Pacific journeys to the North Pacific, in the spirit of cultural understanding. A dawn ceremony in San Francisco launches a series of ground breaking exhibitions showcasing textiles, tattoos and contemporary Maori art.

New Zealand, Home of Middle-earth

Take an audio visual journey through the beautiful landscapes of New Zealand that provided the backdrop of Peter Jackson’s new film trilogy, The Lord of the Rings, and learn how the local people and environment deeply affected the cast and crew.