South Island’s scenic Christchurch to Picton rail journey reopens on Saturday after earthquake damage led to closure in 2016
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Mount Taranaki: will the New Zealand peak’s ‘living person’ status bring respect?
The North Island mountain is to get the same rights as people and, amid environmental concerns, the Māori community hopes this will mean tourists treat it with care.
Passing panorama: New Zealand’s glory from a train window
Thirty years after the TranzAlpine was launched, Susan Grossman boards one of the world’s most scenic trains at Christchurch, before completing her trip on North Island’s Northern Explorer
Insider’s guide to Auckland: a multicultural melting pot by the sea
Surrounded by beaches and volcanoes, with a thriving arts scene in between, local journalist Hannah Spyksma shows us around the diverse cultures that make up this beautiful Polynesian city
The lure of Ohau, New Zealand
This tiny South Island resort has just one lift, but the snow in August and September is brilliant – and, if you pick your week, it can feel like your own private mountain
Hunt for the wilder side of New Zealand
Enjoy your own close-up with the wild landscapes seen in new film Hunt for the Wilderpeople on these adventure tours in the North Island’s Auckland region
Instagram snapshots: shadows and reflections in New Zealand
Capturing the amazing scenery of New Zealand’s North and South Islands, photographer Nico Babot waits for sunrise or sunset for the most dramatic shots
how disaster sparked Napier’s art deco renaissance
After the ruinous Hawke’s Bay earthquake, rebuilding a city in the midst of the Great Depression seemed impossible. But through artistry and enterprise, Napier became home to the highest concentration of art deco buildings in the world
Top 10 beach hotels and campsites on New Zealand’s North Island
These guesthouses, apartments and pitches, all £100 or less, make the most of New Zealand’s stunning landscapes and beautiful beaches
Top 10 beach hotels and B&Bs on New Zealand’s South Island
Beach resorts and retreats on New Zealand’s South Island make the most of dramatic views, as well as offering a tranquil getaway. Here are 10 to suit the calm, collected – and the adventurous