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Haka - A New Zealand Icon

Explore the stories and the meaning behind the haka, an ancient Maori dance, which electrifies the start of every All Black rugby game.

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Features

From fascinating places to visit, to culture, special events and more - we've collected a range of feature articles about New Zealand here for you to browse, learn from and be inspired by.

 
Kiwi Challenge Golf

Kiwi Challenge Golf

Indulge your passion for golf and all things gourmet. Come to Cape Kidnappers for the Kiwi Challenge.


New Zealand Spring Events

New Zealand Spring Events

As New Zealand bursts into spring colour, an event-filled calendar and the forecast of a long hot summer, promise to banish winter blues.


Michael Hill New Zealand Golf Open

Michael Hill New Zealand Golf Open

The 2010 Michael Hill New Zealand Golf Open from the 28th to the 31st of January 2010, is truly an event not to be missed. Find out more about this event here.


Maori New Year - Matariki

Maori New Year - Matariki

Matariki, Maori New Year, was launched on Sunday 10th May with a gourmet hangi and concert at Turangawaewae Marae, Ngaruawahia. Highlights included food by Peter Gordon and music by Hinewehi Mohi.


New Zealand at Venice

New Zealand at Venice

La Biennale di Venezia, the world's most exciting visual arts event, features installations by two New Zealand artists this year.


World Rowing Championships 2010

World Rowing Championships 2010

In 2006 New Zealand secured the rights to hold the 39th World Rowing Championship, and in doing so became one of only a handful of world rowing nations that have held more than one championship.


World of WearableArt

World of WearableArt

A montage of theatre, dance, colour, movement and art, simply put, the WOW shows are theatrical spectaculars.