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NZ's most luxurious lodges, complete with heli-pads, butlers and infinity pools
Think NZ is all campgrounds and DOC huts? Think again. These are our most luxurious hotels
Two companies sentenced after fatal Weka Pass crash that killed popular boat skipper
Julian Bruins Yates, 52, a skipper for Black Cat Cruises was killed in the crash.
Where to eat, drink and stay in Akaroa
Picturesque but not at all sleepy, historic Akaroa is an ideal weekend getaway.
New Akaroa wharf design gets green light
Following a tender process, detailed design work will begin.
New lower speed limits between Christchurch and Akaroa
The changes will come into force in late July/early August.
'Great surprise': Rare glimpse of humpback whale near Akaroa Harbour
Humpback whales are not often seen near the harbour.
Beat the Heat: NZ's best local swimming spots
Cool off this summer at one of New Zealand's best swimming holes.
Big clean-up for Le Bons Bay residents after flooding
Up to six people from three households were evacuated during the flooding.
Charges laid after crash that killed popular boat skipper
Allegations trailer came off work vehicle and hit another vehicle, killing driver.
Cancer survivor counts her blessings
Staying alive is worth risky operations and their complications, Val Goulding says
Make southbound travel plans: Top-rated things to do in Canterbury
Plan now for a top-notch trip to Christchurch and Canterbury in the near future.
Searching for Michael: Brother of alleged murder victim still looking for his body
As Michael McGrath's family awaits murder trial, his disappearance haunts them.
Heavy rain, gales: Trees falling, roads disrupted in south
A tree has crashed through a kitchen in the Christchurch suburb of Cashmere.
Speed limits on highway between Christchurch and Akaroa under review
Seventy-five people were killed or seriously injured on the road between 2011 and 2020.
'Stop dreaming and go': Today Show in NZ to promote country to Aussies
Tourism NZ has contributed nearly $200,000 to the project.
Covid: Some DHBs to vaccinate whole communities in one go
Some DHBs are sticking to the Government's schedule, others are going their own way.
Christchurch homicide: A crime spree, a stabbing and an arrest
More details have emerged about the man accused of murder in Christchurch on Saturday.
'Not acceptable': review reveals how dead animals ended up in water reservoir
Three cases of water-borne diseases were reported by people who visited Akaroa.
Speed kills: Warnings after motorcyclist's fatal birthday ride
The Coroner also cites the danger of turning vehicles in his comments on the tragic crash.
Tourism NZ forecasts $1b boost if transtasman bubble opens
Aussies are already making plans to visit in the lead-up to Tuesday's travel announcement.
Akaroa boil notice will lift by Easter holidays, say council officials
New reservoirs could cost $2m-$3m.
How to enjoy a little slice of France in New Zealand
Slow down and enjoy the ride in this unique slice of New Zealand.
Akaroa bay closed after faecal bacteria found
The bacteria was found in a recent sample taken from Glen Bay.
Hotel review: Comfort eating in a home full of history
Akaroa's French Bay House is a homely B&B ideal for romance and exploring the local area.
Is this New Zealand's best-kept walking secret?
Where you'll find the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand.
Lyttelton's new berth could steal Akaroa's cruise customers
The new cruise ship berth was officially opened by Mayor Lianne Dalziel yesterday.