Features

A conservator specialising in Māori and Pacific objects has turned an expert hand to restoring one of New Zealand’s oldest surviving Māori waka (canoe).

Call it a ‘barbie’, barbeque, barbecue or BBQ – the act of cooking outside is an essential slice of the New Zealand culture and culinary experience epitomising the easy New Zealand lifestyle.

New Zealand craft artists produce works of beauty and outstanding design using innovative materials.

Savvy travellers wanting to fly in the face of the global credit crisis and still go on holiday are latching on to clever ways to make their funds go further.

Whether played in the backyard, or at the beach, on TV or the radio, cricket is the quintessential ingredient for a good old fashioned Kiwi summer.

New Zealand’s cricket grounds may not be as steeped in tradition as their English counterparts, but many have a story to tell.

Heritage Trails allow walkers the chance to explore the cultural, historic and natural heritage of the country.

Matahiwi Marae is one of the oldest established marae of Ngati Hawea in Hawke’s Bay. It was set up originally as a neutral meeting area for the prominent chiefs around the area.

Many New Zealand writers fuse Mâori culture and legend into works written in English.

Cyberspace is providing new opportunities for bird enthusiasts interested in the rich birdlife on New Zealand’s South Island West Coast.