Air New Zealand has been named in a prestigious international industry publication as ‘Airline of the Year’ for 2010.

New Zealand’s Blanket Bay luxury resort near Queenstown has been rated the second best place to stay in the world according to the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2010 Gold List.

New Zealand’s oldest driver – who clocks in at 104 – is older than the first Model T motorcar that rolled off Henry Ford’s production line and she’s in good company.

The Hillary Trail – a new four day walking track on Auckland’s west coast honouring Sir Edmund Hillary – has been officially opened on the second anniversary of the New Zealand hero’s death.

Cast and crew of the 3D Yogi Bear movie currently being filmed in New Zealand say they’re glad to be in the country and are enjoying sightseeing during their downtime.

New Zealand’s renowned coffee culture is being popularised in Britain with one of the world’s largest café chains adding the Kiwi ‘flat white’ to its menu.

A veteran Auckland conservationist is footing it on a lengthy trek to help save endangered New Zealand spotted kiwi.

New Zealand’s capital city of Wellington with its hilly terrain and challenging winds has given the world’s top unicyclists some extra excitement during their 10-day championships.

Nelson - in the north of New Zealand’s South Island - has reclaimed its title as the country’s sunniest spot having recorded more golden rays in 2009 than any other town.

After completing a mammoth 50-day expedition, the first New Zealand woman to ski to the South Pole is due home on 15 January and looking forward to sunshine and a belated Christmas dinner.