New Zealand has a very diverse population, and the country’s unique blend of Maori, Pakeha (New Zealand European) and Pacific cultures has resulted in a vibrant cultural identity.
New Zealand has a very diverse population, and the country’s unique blend of Maori, Pakeha (New Zealand European) and Pacific cultures has resulted in a vibrant cultural identity.
I have always wanted to try my hand at either bone or jade carving, and was excited to be able to do it with Bonz ‘n Stonz whilst in Hokitika.
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Hey, all you travellers about to visit Queenstown, and wanting to experience a small but significant taste of Maori culture, make sure you check out the Kiwi Haka show.
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If you’re visiting Wellington, one of the hidden treasures you should take the time to visit is the Museum of Wellington City & Sea. It’s an eccentric little gem of a museum crammed with curios, stories and artefacts from Wellington’s rich history.
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As usual, fantastic staging complemented the huge selection of incredible art-to-wear pieces. If you’re in Wellington in late September/early October, this is one show you shouldn’t miss. It’s a uniquely kiwi event featuring one-off pieces from artists around the globe, featuring themed sections such as Bizarre Bra, Illuminated Illusions, Man Unleashed and the ever-popular Children’s Section.
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If you haven’t already visited the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa on the waterfront in Wellington, you’re in for a treat when you do.
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If you’re driving through the holiday village of Matakana anytime soon, you’re sure to notice the unique sculpture that’s recently sprung right beside the roundabout on the main road. But this is no mere eye-catching decoration – this piece of art is supremely useful and will no doubt bring relief to many a traveller. In [...]
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If you’re heading for the beachside holiday resorts of The Coromandel region – Whitianga or Whangamata – set aside some time to explore Thames along the way. The main centre of the region, Thames is just a ten-minute detour from the main route between Auckland and The Coromandel’s east coast, and you’ll pass right through [...]
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Last weekend, while exploring the Canterbury Museum in a bid to learn a little more about the early European settlers in Canterbury, we came across an iconic exhibition – Fred & Myrtle’s Paua Shell House. At first glance, we thought it was something for the kids, with a large paua shell in the entrance and music streaming [...]
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In New Zealand, the morning of 25 April always starts early for many. Today is ANZAC Day, the day on which New Zealanders commemorate the anniversary of the 1915 landing of New Zealand and Australian troops at Gallipoli during the First World War and pay homage to all those who have served in war efforts [...]
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What’s in a name? Well, plenty. The residents of Wanganui in New Zealand’s North Island are in the middle of a debate over the spelling of the town’s name. Keen-eyed visitors will have noticed that the river for which the town is named is the Whanganui River, but the town itself is missing the ‘h’. [...]
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