Features

New Zealand’s film-making industry experienced a resurgence in the late 1970s, with Roger Donaldson’s 'Sleeping Dogs' (1977) one of a series of features that helped revitalise the industry.

Martin Bosley is one of New Zealand’s finest chefs. His award-winning restaurant on Wellington's waterfront is a must-visit for discerning foodies looking for an outstanding New Zealand cuisine experience.

New Zealand has converted the success of 'The Lord of the Rings' Trilogy into an on-going international screen industry of substantial scale, with a reputation for excellence in screen production.

Wellington-based textiles company Stansborough has a story with enough discoveries, twists and turning points to rival the films in which its products now star.

New Zealand's varied landscapes and unspoiled beauty offer the perfect backdrop to Middle-earth.

When Peter Jackson flew over New Zealand scouting film locations for his next big project, he was impressed by the green hills and peaceful pastures surrounding the little farming town of Matamata.

When Wellington artist Daniel Reeve heard New Zealand director Peter Jackson was making his favourite book into a film right on his doorstep, he grabbed his pen and hasn’t looked back since.

The Hobbiton Movie Set – created by film director Sir Peter Jackson to depict the home of the hobbits – has become a must-see tourism attraction for film fans and tourists.

An extraordinary creative talent has transported Richard Taylor from backroom to red carpet – and helped turn his hometown of Wellington, New Zealand, into an internationally recognised centre for film production.

Key location sites, movie-making hot spots and red carpet premières have turned Wellington into a set-jetting destination for film buffs and 'The Lord of the Rings' fans.