New Zealand’s newest luxury hotel, the Westin Auckland at Lighter Quay, opened its doors on 18 June 2007 – the first five-star property to open in Auckland for two years.

The small New Zealand town of Te Kuiti will soon be overrun with thousands of sheep charging down the main street.

Three of New Zealand’s top luxury lodges have been included in Andrew Harper's Top 20 Hideaways in the World list.

Three members of a New Zealand family have taken top awards in the country’s biggest food competition proving they can make pies better than 4333 other bakers.

While the traditional Kiwi food experience is often around casual outdoor dining, New Zealand is fast developing a reputation for fine cuisine and high-end foodie events and destinations.

While financial swings have prompted caution and reserve in some industries, it seems New Zealand adventure-seekers are keener than ever to take the plunge and enjoy an adrenalin high.

New Zealand has confirmed its reputation as a rugby-loving nation – just one day after tickets went on public sale, the 2011 Rugby World Cup has become the country’s biggest money-making event.

Skiers and snowboarders are clapping their gloved hands and kicking up their snow boots – kei te heke te hukapapa (it is snowing) and the New Zealand ski season is underway.

For the first time in hundreds of years, the tiny Maud Island frog has hatched in the wild on New Zealand’s mainland.

Tickets for New Zealand’s premier wine, food and music event - Toast Martinborough – sold out in just 24 minutes when released for sale this week.