Walking / Hiking

Crowds have flocked to the central north island to witness the aftermath of the eruption of one of the world’s most active volcanoes.

There’ll be plenty of happy campers with the news that 100 new camping sites are to be created around New Zealand.

A $7.5million centre showcasing the pioneering heart of New Zealand's national identity is scheduled to open at the Hermitage Aoraki Mt Cook in January 2008.

New Zealand's greatest hero - Sir Edmund Hillary has died at the age of 88.

New Zealand will farewell one of its greatest sons, Sir Edmund Hillary, in a state funeral on January 22nd.

Kiwi couple Alice Smith and Dennis Behan have walked the length of New Zealand to raise money and awareness for two charities.

Canadian country singer Shania Twain and New Zealand's Prime Minister sing to the same tune.

British outdoor enthusiasts have voted with their feet, choosing New Zealand as their favourite walking destination.

New Zealand has boosted its allocation of parkland with the government purchase of a high country station that borders some of the best known national parks.

A playful family group of orcas are the latest holidaymakers to stop off in the deep blue waters of Queen Charlotte Sound, at the tip of New Zealand’s South Island.