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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.

 
The Biggest Loser

The Biggest Loser

The final six contestants of Australia's 'The Biggest Loser' TV show tested their new found fitness in the beauty and extremes of Queenstown recently.


Maori Arts

Maori Arts

Heritage meets inspiration to create artworks that celebrate the future of Maori culture. A new generation of artists have entwined the textile traditions of the past with the creativity of their own imaginations.


Responsible Tourism Awards

Responsible Tourism Awards

It's official - 100% Pure New Zealand has earned its reputation as clean, green and now responsible too. New Zealand has been named 'Overall Winner' and 'Best Destination' in the Responsible Tourism Awards.


The Amazing Race comes to New Zealand

The Amazing Race comes to New Zealand

Season 13 brings the competitors to New Zealand in episode four of the Amazing Race


World Heritage New Zealand

World Heritage New Zealand

More than ten percent of New Zealand has been awarded World Heritage status. You can journey into these remarkable landscapes.


Surfing New Zealand

Surfing New Zealand

Journey throughout coastal New Zealand exploring world class surf, amazing activities and stunning scenery. Whether a learner or expert there are waves to suit everyone.


New Zealand Awards & Achievements

New Zealand Awards & Achievements

The UK continues to rate New Zealand as one of the world's leading travel destinations.


New Zealand Mountain biking

New Zealand Mountain biking

Discover why New Zealand is the perfect place to indulge in some heart pumping mountain biking action.


New Zealand Golf

New Zealand Golf

Acclaimed golf greens worth scalping - set against epic backdrops of alpine mountains, cliff or sandy beach coastlines, lakes and rolling hills - this is inspirational golfing at its pinnacle for novice and fanatic alike.


World Rowing Championships 2010

World Rowing Championships 2010

In 2006 New Zealand secured the rights to hold the 39th World Rowing Championship, and in doing so became one of only a handful of world rowing nations that have held more than one championship.


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