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Sisters Liz Findlay of Zambesi and Margi Robinson of Nom D are two of the most respected designers in New Zealand and internationally.

Visitors to New Zealand are presented with many opportunities to experience Maori culture first-hand. Many cultural events and works of art combine Maori and European traditions.

The five best-known New Zealand fashion design labels internationally - Karen Walker, Nom D, Zambesi, World and Kate Sylvester.

Split Enz, Bic Runga, Flying Nun records

Other New Zealand fashion designers of note. List with contact details.

New Zealand operates 12 regional Fish and Game Councils to manage, maintain and protect species. The overseeing Government body is the New Zealand Fish and Game Council.

New Zealand has more than 400 golf courses; some in geothermal areas; some in farmers' fields; all of them fairly inexpensive.

New Zealand saltwater catches vary by location, from tuna and shark around Fiordland, to snapper and kingfish in the Marlborough Sounds.

Background information on New Zealand's three World Heritage sites: Te Wahipounamu, Tongariro National Park and the Sub-Antarctic Islands.

Fishing gear allowed into NZ; What to wear; Weather checks; Safety checks; Charter guides; Fishing regulations.