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ia Ora! Thank you for choosing Apollo for your self drive adventure!

A campervan holiday is the perfect way to enjoy New Zealand’s stunning natural wonders at your own pace.

This magazine is the perfect companion to your New Zealand driving adventure.

There’s probably lots of questions you’ll have along the way about New Zealand and its culture – and we’ve tried to answer them!

Find fast facts about the elusive kiwi; remind yourself how to be safe at the beach; learn about the history and culture of the Mãori people and practise a few new words. Is Christchurch safe to visit after the earthquake? We bring you up to date with what’s happening in that vibrant city.

Want to find out what kiwi foods to eat?

Check out the list of popular favourites and discover a farmers’ market.

There are also a number of exclusive discounts and special offers from popular New Zealand attractions.

Star RV, Apollo Motorhomes, Cheapa Campa and Hippie Camper hirers are all entitled to great offers at the 3 major park networks in New Zealand: Top 10 Holiday Parks, Family Parks and Kiwi Holiday Parks.

Our guests will enjoy 10% off powered campsites at Family Parks and Kiwi Holiday Parks and 60 minutes’ free internet at Top 10 Holiday Parks. Simply mention us when you book and show your hire vehicle’s key tag on arrival at the park to redeem.

New Zealand is a beautiful country. We encourage you to keep the towns, cities, parks, beaches and native bush pristine. By following the Camping Care Code, together we can ensure New Zealand remains one of the world’s most sought after touring destinations.

Because you’ve chosen to travel with Apollo, the world’s largest privately owned recreational vehicle operator, you can relax and know the very best on-road support is available during your touring holiday. Your vehicle key tag lists a 24hour roadside assistance phone number for your convenience.

We hope you have an incredible time in New Zealand. If you love your touring holiday, don’t forget Apollo also offers campervan rental locations in Australia, Canada and the USA. We value your feedback regarding this magazine, as well as the Apollo campervan experience. Please contact our friendly team with any suggestions or queries.

Have a great holiday!

Luke Trouchet CEO.

CONTENTS

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4 Driving in New Zealand 5 New Zealand Traveller Information 6 What to eat in New Zealand 7 Farm fresh & local 8 Beach safety tips 9 Camping Care Code 10 New Zealand Map 12 Mãori Culture 14 The Southern Lakes Region 16 Christchurch 17 Discount Vouchers 19 Branch locations

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Michael Vink E: michael@vinkpub.com

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Production Team

Matt Limmer & Karen Belik

Published by VINK Publishing ABN 3107 478 5676 Head Office: 38–40 Fisher St, East Brisbane Q 4169 Postal: PO Box 8369, Woolloongabba Q 4102 T: (07) 3334 8000 F: (07) 3391 5118

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DRIVING IN NZ

Ben Crawford

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In New Zealand the scenery shapes the road, so driving is part of the pleasure, not just a passage between destinations.

What’s different about driving in New Zealand?

In New Zealand all drivers, including visitors from other countries, must carry their licence or permit at all times when driving.

SAFETY TIPS FOR DRIVING ROAD RULES  New

Zealanders drive on the left-hand side of the road.  Drivers give way (or yield) to all traffic crossing or approaching from the right.  The speed limit is 100km/h on the open road and 50km/h in urban areas. You will find multi-lane motorways and expressways on the approaches to the larger cities, with most roads being dual carriageways.  Signposting follows standard international symbols and all distances are in kilometres (km).  Both drivers and passengers must wear a safety belt in both the front and back seats.  All children under the age of five must be properly restrained by an approved child restraint when travelling in cars or vans.

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must give way to traffic coming from the opposite direction turning left – either at stops signs, give-way signs, traffic lights or unmarked intersections.  At a T-intersection that is not signposted, the vehicle in the terminating lane must give way to traffic coming from both directions.

ROAD SAFETY Self-driving holidays are a relaxing way of enjoying New Zealand’s landscape. Many of the roads are scenic and traffic is low when compared to international standards.

Although New Zealand is a relatively small country it can take many hours to drive between cities and other destinations of interest. Even when distances are short, hilly or winding terrain or narrow secondary roads can slow your journey.

If you’re used to driving in the city, take care when driving on the open country roads. New Zealand has a good motorway system, but weather extremes, the terrain and narrow secondary roads and bridges require drivers to be vigilant.

Never drive if you are feeling tired, particularly after you have just completed a long-haul flight. The following general information is provided for your road safety:  Always drive on the left-hand side of the road and give way to your right.  When the traffic light is red, you must

stop. There is no left turn rule as in North America.  The amber traffic light means stop unless you are so close to the intersection you can’t stop safely.  During long journeys take regular rest and refreshment breaks.  Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a crime in New Zealand and strictly enforced by police, with severe penalties for offenders.

AVOID FREEDOM

CAMPING FINES

To support Freedom Camping initiatives in New Zealand, Apollo Motorhome Holidays which includes Apollo Motorhomes, Cheapa Campa, Hippie Camper and Star RV, has now put all the key information on how to camp responsibly and avoid the fines, on our New Zealand websites. Freedom Camping is legal in New Zealand, however a new act has recently been passed where people can be fined if they are not adhering to the Freedom Camping Guidelines. For more information head to www.apollocamper.co.nz/ FreedomCamping.aspx For up to date information on South Island roads call toll free 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49).

New Zealand Traveller Information Business Hours

Weights and Measures

Sunburn

Offices and businesses operate Monday– Friday, 8.30am–5pm; some tourist agencies and airlines have longer hours.

Petrol (gas) stations often open 24 hours, stocking food and newspapers. Shops are usually open 9am–5.30pm, Monday– Friday, with late shopping usually Thursday or Friday. Many supermarkets, grocery stores, some large retail chains, most shopping malls and markets also operate Saturdays and Sundays; large supermarkets are often open 24 hours.

Local convenience stores – dairies – usually open 7am–7pm daily.

New Zealand uses the metric system.

Due to New Zealand’s high level of ultraviolet radiation it is highly advisable to wear sunglasses and/or a hat if spending time in the sun, and to use sunblock even if the day is overcast, or if skiing.

Currency

Dial 111 for police, fire or ambulance services. For non-emergency calls, full instructions appear in the front of telephone directories.

The NZ dollar is the basic unit, divided into 100 cents; Coins: 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 and $2.

Notes: $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100.

Banking/Travellers’ Cheques Banks open Monday–Friday (except public holidays), 9.30am–4.30pm and some banks are open Saturday morning.

Automatic teller machines operate on a card/PIN number system. Cash can be withdrawn 24 hours a day. Use of EFTPOS (Electronic Funds Transfer at Point of Sale) is common. All international credit cards (American Express, Diners, JCB, VISA, Mastercard) are accepted. Travellers’ cheques may be changed at banks, hotels and large stores in the main cities and tourist areas.

Goods and Services Tax (GST) Goods and services are taxed 15%. This tax is usually included in the advertised price.

Tipping and Service Charges If you want to tip for excellent service this is perfectly acceptable, but is not expected.

Service charges are not added to hotel or restaurant accounts.

Electricity Supply New Zealand’s AC electricity supply operates at 230/240 volts, 50 hertz.

Emergencies

Accident Compensation and Personal Insurance Visitors are covered by a New Zealand Government-run scheme for personal injury by accident. Claims may be lodged with the Accident Compensation and Rehabilitation Insurance Corporation (ACC) irrespective of fault.

Pharmaceuticals and Medicines Available from chemists during normal shopping hours. Chemists also sell cosmetics and insect and sun protections.

Many drugs sold over the counter in other countries are often not available in New Zealand without a prescription.

Bites and Stings There is no dangerous wildlife; no snakes, and only two poisonous spiders, the katipo and the white-tailed spider. Bites are serious but rarely fatal.

Water Supply Tap (faucet) water is safe to drink. City water is chlorinated; most is fluoridated.

Water sourced from rivers and lakes should be boiled or treated before drinking.

Postal Services Besides specialist NZ Post shops in most areas, stamps can be bought from supermarkets, newsagents, dairies, bookstores and grocery shops. The main forms of postal carriage are Standard Post and FastPost. Standard Post delivers next day across town and in two to three working days nationwide; FastPost, which is also the designation for international airmail letters originating in New Zealand, delivers next day between major towns and cities.

Crime Theft, primarily from cars, is a major problem around New Zealand. Do not leave valuables in vehicles, no matter where they’re parked; the worst places are tourist parking areas and the car parks at trailheads and at the beach. Pack valuables out of sight in the boot (trunk) of the car and carry your passport with you, just in case.

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What to eat in New Zealand –

Our Top Ten

Pavlova, the national dessert of New Zealand topped with kiwi fruit, strawberries and cream.

Pineapple Lumps

Bluff oysters are among the finest in the world. Grown in the cold clean waters of Foveaux Strait they are very healthy and can be eaten raw, smoked, boiled, baked, fried, roasted, stewed, canned, pickled and steamed. But, any oyster lover will tell you, the best way to enjoy a Bluff oyster is to eat it fresh, raw and straight from the shell.

Pineapple Lumps were first made in 1952 and are a square, chewy, pineappleflavoured candy covered in chocolate – great to share while you’re driving!

Pavlova The national dessert of New Zealand is made of meringue, whipped cream and fruit – what’s not to love? While the Aussies claim the ‘pav’ as their own, a recipe for pavlova found in a 1929 New Zealand magazine proves that it was invented here.

Whitianga Scallops These shellfish rank ‘up there’ as one of New Zealand’s favourite seafoods. In season in August, they are on the menu in myriad different ways: macadamiacrumbed scallops, scallop sausages, scallop sushi, scallop and chardonnay shots, scallops flambéed in Midori and scallops on rosemary-stick kebabs.

Whitebait Fritters Whitebait is the immature stage of several small native freshwater fish species and tastes delicious. Westport is one of the top whitebaiting locations in the country.

The traditional way to eat whitebait is in a very simple fritter made from whitebait, beaten eggs, a little flour, salt and pepper.

Spoonfuls of this mixture are fried in butter then served in soft white bread with a dash of lemon juice.

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L&P Kiwi ingenuity was alive and well in Paeroa back in the late 1880s when the locals added a slice of lemon to the town’s mineral spring water and L&P (Lemon & Paeroa) was born.

Akaroa Salmon Straight from the waters of Akaroa Harbour, the salmon are fed on commercial fish-food pellets, but also nutrients from the sea, so the flesh is bright pink and naturally tasty.

Purchase the salmon fresh off the boat at Wainui Wharf sometimes, depending on weather conditions. Or get the salmon fresh, hot or cold-smoked from the factory shop.

Kapiti Ice Cream Kapiti ice cream is gourmet ice cream rich in Kiwi flavours. Try the Spicy Apple Crumble, the Golden Kiwifruit Pavlova or traditional Hokey Pokey for an awesome ice cream experience.

go wrong. Only bacon and eggs are compulsory; among the optional additions are peas, potatoes, tomatoes, cheese, onions and herbs.

Mãori Hangi A hangi is a traditional Mãori feast steamed slowly underground. This is done by digging a hole in the ground, lining it with red-hot rocks, and putting food (chicken, mutton, pork, shellfish, kumara, carrots and potatoes) in baskets on top of the rocks. The food is covered with wet sheets and then sacks to trap the heat.

The hole is then filled in with soil, and the food is left for several hours to be steamed to perfection underground. The result is meltingly tender meat and vegetables with a slightly smoky taste.

Article courtesy of AA Tourism.

James Heremaia

Bluff Oysters

Bacon & Egg Pie Voted New Zealand’s national dish, this tasty pie creation has been feeding hardworking Kiwis for decades. There are as many recipes as there are cooks for this versatile dish; you can add or omit ingredients as you wish and you won’t

Cooked on hot rocks beneath the ground, traditional Mãori food is not to be missed.

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Farm Fresh & Local Visiting the local farmers’ market is a chance to meet the most down-to-earth New Zealanders.

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ne of the joys of being on the road in a fully self-contained campervan is that you can explore local produce and cook healthy, delicious meals when and where you want.

The best source of local produce and local

food knowledge is a farmers’ market.

A farmers’ market just sells food – not art and craft or bric-a-brac. The food is produced within a defined local area and the vendor must be directly involved in the growing or production process of the food.

Most markets have free parking close by, EFTPOS facilities and toilets.

Here’s just a few of the farmers’ markets to be found throughout New Zealand.

For more information and a full list of markets visit www.farmersmarkets.org.nz

North Island Northland Region

Bay of Islands Farmers’ market

Kerikeri Farmers' Market Sunday 8.30am – 12 noon Post Office car park off Hobson Ave Paihia Farmers’ Market Village Green

Thursday 2.00pm – 5.30pm

Matakana Village Farmers’ Market

Matakana Village Complex 2 Matakana Valley Road

Saturday 8.00am – 1.00pm

Orewa Beach

Orewa Square Cnr HBC Highway and Florence Avenue

1st Sunday of the month closes at 11.30am

Waikato and Bay of Plenty

Tauranga Farmers’ Market

Tauranga Primary School, Arundel Street

Saturday 7.45am – 12 noon

East Coast

Napier Farmers’ Market

Lower Emerson Street

Saturday 9.00am – 1.00pm

Hastings Farmers’ Market

Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds

Sunday 8.30am – 12.30pm

Taranaki Farmers’ Market

Curry Street, New Plymouth

Sunday 9.00am – 12.00 noon

Marlborough Farmers’ Market

Liz Davidson Park Cnr Charles and Queens Sts, Blenheim CBD

Sunday 10.00am – 12.00 noon (winter)

Nelson Farmers’ Market

Fashion Island Cnr Hardy/ Morrison Streets

Wednesday 11.00am – 4.00pm

Waipara Valley Farmers’ Market

Hurunui Council Chambers 66 Carters Road, Amberley

Saturday 9.00am – 12 noon

Oxford Farmers’ Market

Main Street, Oxford North Canterbury

Sunday 9.00am – 12 noon

Otago Farmers’ Market

Dunedin Railway Station off Anzac Avenue

Saturday 8.00am – 12.30pm

Oamaru Farmers’ Market

Tyne Street, Oamaru Harbour

Sunday 9.30am – 1.00pm

Auckland Region

Lower North Island

South Island Top of the South

Canterbury

Southern and Otago Region

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– the natural destination on your South Island holiday!

Beach Safety Tips

Situated halfway between Christchurch and Queenstown on State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo is a natural stop to soak up the views and have some family fun!

• Soak in one of the three hot pools overlooking the lake.

• Take to the full size outdoor skating rink - don inline skates in the summer (Oct-Mar) or ice-skates in the winter (Apr-Sep) – fun for all the family!

• Get a real adrenalin rush on the tube park any time of year! Ride the artificial surface in summer (Oct-May) or brave the slippery snow slope (Jun-Sep).

• Be pampered in the Tekapo Springs Day Spa - four beautifully appointed treatment rooms with views over the pools and lake. Bookings essential.

• Or just sit back and enjoy the views while you have a meal, coffee or glass of wine.

Swimming between the flags saves lives.

• Free shuttle – to and from the village.

All part of the great service!

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For bookings, and schedules, visit www.tekaposprings.co.nz or email us on info@tekaposprings.co.nz NZfreephone 0800 2 ELEVATE, phone +64 3 680 6550

urf Lifesaving New Zealand provides beach patrols at more than 80 of New Zealand’s busiest beaches throughout the summer. Here are their tips for having a safe and happy time at the beach.

Moving water is always a risk Water pushed into the beach by waves has to find a way back, either by scouring channels in the sandy bottom or moving along the beach until it finds rocks in its path where it quickly changes direction to head out to sea. This water moving back out to sea is commonly called a rip. Rips appear in different places each day.

If you get caught in a rip

Awesome Geothermal Activity

Don’t panic and don’t try to swim back in against the rip. If you are a competent swimmer, swim across the rip towards the surf zone before heading back into shore. If you are a poor swimmer don’t fight the rip as you will exhaust yourself. You should save your energy to keep afloat. Put one arm up to attract the attention of lifeguards.

Swim between the flags Surf lifeguards use the red and yellow flags to show the safest place to swim that day. During the day the flags may be moved as wind, tide or surf conditions change, so always check where they are.

Walking, Hiking and Boat Cruises in the World’s youngest geothermal area...

Be Sunsmart Apply sunscreen before you go out in the sun and reapply every hour or after you have been in the water. The higher the SPF rating, the longer the protection sunscreen offers.

Be smart around rocks Whether fishing or exploring at the beach, rocky outcrops can be very dangerous in large surf. Don’t think a wave will simply wash around you, moving water is powerful. When fishing always wear a lifejacket and remember these rules:  never stand on a rocky outcrop that is already wet; it’s a sure sign waves will be washing over it  always face the ocean; never turn your back on the sea  always have a clear escape path to safe ground; don’t get caught by the sea.

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“Multi Eco-Tourism Award Winners” OPEN 8.30 EVERY DAY Turn left 14km south of Rotorua off SH5, drive 6km along to our entrance, 587 Waimangu Road.

P: +64 7 366 6137 E: nature@waimangu.co.nz W: www.waimangu.co.nz

Be a careful camper and practise ‘no trace’ camping.  Choose your campsite carefully; set up your camp on firm, high or sandy ground. Only camp in designated areas.

Please do not camp where camping is not permitted.  Be tidy and always leave campsites clean.

Take your rubbish with you if bins are not provided. Food scraps attract vermin.  Use a cooker, fireplace or BBQ. Light fires only where permitted, collect dead wood and keep the fire small. Soak the fire with water before you go.  Detergents, soap and toothpaste can harm aquatic and marine life. Use biodegradable products and wash in a container well away from the water.  Always use toilets provided. There are toilets at all Department of Conservation campsites. When camping elsewhere follow the environmental care guidance provided at www.camping.org.nz  Motorhome or campervan users – please always dispose of waste at official dumpstations. If you don’t have a toilet onboard, please camp where there are toilet facilities. Do not dispose of waste in public places.  Campgrounds are social places but everyone needs some rest and relaxation.

CAMPING CARE CODE

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(Courtesy of the Department of Conservation, New Zealand)

Please respect the rights of others for quiet enjoyment of the outdoors.  Pay your fees to help keep campsites available in the future.  Always thoroughly clean your equipment before and after trips to minimise spreading weeds and diseases. Protect native plants and animals.

Toitu te whenua/leave the land undisturbed.

ABOVE: Be a careful camper and practise ‘no trace’ camping.

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ew Zealand Government has a law that enables local councils to issue infringement notices (fines) to campers that camp in prohibited areas; camping without containment (onboard shower and toilet) facilities where camping is restricted to those with approved facilities; littering; and leaving human waste (faeces and toilet paper).

New Zealand is a great place and unfortunately, because there are more people coming to visit, there are more people who are failing to care for the country’s pristine natural areas.

Council officers can issue an on-thespot fine to the vehicle, therefore Apollo recommends following all signed instructions at camp sites, to read the Camping Care Code above and be sure to look out for and understand signs about where you can and can’t camp and, if you aren’t sure, ask someone local.

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Mãori Culture New Zealand’s Maori culture is an integral part of Kiwi life and adds a unique, dynamic experience for visitors.

The meeting house (wharenui) is the focus of cultural life on the marae.

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he Mãori people are the indigenous people of Aotearoa (New Zealand) and first arrived in waka hourua (voyaging canoes) from their ancestral homeland of Hawaiki more than one thousand years ago.

Today, Mãori make up more than fourteen percent of the population. Their language and culture has a major impact on all facets of New Zealand life.

Rich and Varied Traditions, such as carving, weaving, kapa haka (group performance), whaikorero (oratory) and moko (tattoo) are practised throughout the country. Practitioners following in the footsteps of their tipuna (ancestors) replicate the techniques used hundreds of years ago, yet continue to develop exciting new techniques and forms.

Today Mãori culture also includes art, film, television, poetry, theatre, and hip-hop.

Stories and Legends Mãori is an oral culture rich with stories and legends. The Mãori creation story describes the world being formed by the violent separation of Ranginui, the Sky Father, and Papatuanuku, the Earth Mother, by their children. Many Mãori carvings and artworks graphically depict this struggle.

Fishing up an Island The creation of New Zealand is described by the legend of Maui. This god managed, among other things, to harness the sun in 12

order to make the days longer. However, his biggest claim to fame was fishing up the North Island, which is described as Te Ika a Maui (the fish of Maui). A look at an aerial map of the North Island shows how closely it resembles a fish. Mãori believe the far north to be the tail of the fish and Wellington Harbour the mouth. Mãori describe the South Island as Maui’s waka (canoe) and Stewart Island (Rakiura) as his punga (anchor).

Te Reo Mãori – the Mãori Language Visitors to New Zealand will become immediately aware of the Mãori language as the vast majority of place names are of Mãori origin. At first, visitors may be puzzled by the seemingly impossible-topronounce names. In fact, Mãori has a logical structure and, unlike English, has very consistent rules of pronunciation.

How do you say Onehunga, Whangamomona, Kahikatea, and Nguru?

Mãori consists of five vowel sounds: a e i o u (‘a’ as in ‘car’, ‘e’ as in ‘egg’, ‘i’ like the ‘ee’ in ‘tee’, ‘o’ as in ‘four’, ‘u’ like an ‘o’ in ‘to’). There are eight consonants in Mãori similar to those in English – ‘h’, ‘k’, ‘m’, ‘n’, ‘p’, ‘r’, ‘t’, and ‘w’.

There are also two different consonants – ‘wh’ and ‘ng’. Many Mãori pronounce the ‘wh’ sound similar to our ‘f’. The ‘ng’ is similar

to our own ‘ng’ sound in a word like ‘sing’, except that in Mãori, words can start with ‘ng’.

Kia ora = Hello!

An attempt by a visitor to use Mãori greetings will almost certainly elicit a delighted response from both Mãori and Pakeha (European) New Zealanders.

Kia ora – Hello Kia ora tatou – Hello everyone Tena koe – Greetings to you (said to one person) Tena koutou – Greetings to you all Haere mai – Welcome Nau mai – Welcome Kei te pehea koe? – How’s it going?

Kei te pai – Good Tino pai – Really good Haere ra – Farewell Ka kite ano – Until I see you again (Bye) Hei konei ra – See you later

Mãori Protocol Being a tribal Polynesian people, Mãori have a unique protocol. The best place to observe it is on a marae (Mãori meeting grounds). Many tourist operators in New Zealand organise visits to marae.

Welcome to the Powhiri A powhiri (formal welcome) at a marae begins with wero (challenge). A warrior from the tangata whenua (hosts) will challenge the manuhiri (guests). He may carry a spear (taiaha) then lay down a token (often a small branch) that the

manuhiri will pick up to show they come in peace. Some kuia (women) from the tangata whenua (hosts) will perform a karanga (call/chant) to the manuhiri. Women from the manuhiri will then respond as they move onto the marae in front of their men.

Whaikorero – Speeches of Welcome

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Once inside the wharenui (meeting house) on the marae, mihimihi (greetings) and whaikorero (speeches) are made. To reinforce the good wishes of the speeches, waiata (songs) may be sung. It is usual for the manuhiri to then present a koha (gift) to the tangata whenua after greeting the hosts with a hongi – the ceremonial touching of noses.

After the powhiri, kai (food) may be shared.

Every carving in Waitangi’s whare rununga has special meaning for the Mãori people.

Senior Taranki school students perform a haka.

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Driving Highlight

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The Southern Lakes Region

Explore the untamed beauty of the Haast River in the remote Wahipounamu World Heritage area.

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he Southern Lakes region is characterised by adventure, luxury living, snow sports and scenery. As one of the most dramatic and beautiful parts of New Zealand, Fiordland is another part of the World Heritage Site of South West New Zealand and is often called the sightseeing and walking capital of the world.

You can explore Fiordland National Park by foot, sea kayak, boat, or from the air. The park covers 1.2 million hectares and showcases dramatic wilderness on a grand scale. Famous walking tracks in the area include the Routeburn, the Milford, the Greenstone, the Hollyford, the Kepler and the Rees-Dart.

On the shores of Lake Wakatipu and overlooked by the Remarkables Range, Queenstown features action such as skiing and snowboarding, jet boating, bungy jumping and white water rafting.

Queenstown and its surrounds also offer more relaxing activities such as golf, wine tasting in the many boutique wineries, and exploring the historical gold mining townships of Central Otago.

Wanaka on the southern shores of Lake Wanaka is a scenic drive away from Queenstown over one of the highest road passes in the Southern Hemisphere – the Crown Range – and offers spectacular views of Mount Aspiring National Park.

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Driving Route The Great Alpine Highway This beautifully scenic route wanders through charming historic towns and dramatic ever-changing landscapes from one side of the South Island to the other.

Winter skiing and summer hikes provide opportunities to stretch the legs, while memories of your roadside stops to take in the scenery will keep you smiling for years to come. And along the way you’ll discover relaxing cafés and vineyards to help fuel your alpine adventures.

Route Summary From Christchurch, this 255-kilometre route follows State Highway 73 west across river plains before rising to traverse the Southern Alps through Porters Pass and Arthur’s Pass National Park. Highlights include the impressive Waimakariri and Otira River gorges, driving along the Otira Viaduct and exploring natural wonders like the Castle Hill Rocks and Cave Stream Reserve. You’ll also discover alpine lakes, fairytale waterfalls and some fascinating high-altitude cloud formations.

Key Features When gold was discovered on the West Coast in the 1860s, Christchurch wanted in on the economic action. The city commissioned a road between the two regions through an alpine pass once used by pre-European Mãori traders. Built in just a year, the road was a perilous route and only one small shipment of gold ever took the journey. Today the highway provides easy access to large areas of fertile productive land and some remarkable alpine landscapes.

In recent times, vineyards, lifestyle blocks, farm tours, alpaca farms and walnut orchards have helped to create a relaxed café, arts and crafts lifestyle for the towns around Darfield on the Canterbury Plains.

Early trials of the world’s first jet boat took place on the Waimakariri River near the historic town of Springfield. Today you can take an adrenalin-filled jet boat ride deep into the foothills of the Southern Alps.

Six winter ski-fields along the route provide thrills and spills for skiers and boarders of all ages and abilities. During summer, hiking and biking trails, ranging from a few hours to several days, will lead you through some of the most beautiful alpine landscapes in New Zealand. A stop

KEY TIPS  Heavy snowfall in winter can

occasionally close Arthur’s Pass. If there’s any doubt, check a road report before heading out.

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in the alps. Pack some warm clothes and a raincoat, just in case.

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Conservation website has good information about the walks and hikes in this region.

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at the Craigieburn Forest Park or Arthur’s Pass National Park is a must, even if you only venture a short way down a trail. If you prefer to explore while seated, try a horse trek through high country farm and tussock land.

Don’t miss the ancient monolithic limestone rock formations at Castle Hill.

They’re loved by rock climbers, but most people simply enjoy a little bouldering, some great views and unique photo opportunities.

If casting a line in the silence of alpine landscapes appeals, you’ll want to put salmon fishing on the top of your list.

There are several local guides that can kit you out and show you where the trophysize fish can be found.

You can drive the route without stopping in 3.5 hours. However, with so much to enjoy along the way, it’s a good idea to plan an overnight stop or two.

The end of your journey will reveal the raw beauty of the rugged West Coast.

Expect long isolated beaches strewn with natural driftwood and mountains covered in native beech forest. Your camera will be kept very busy.

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Catching up with friends at Re:Start.

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isitors have continued to be made welcome to the area over the past two years since the tragic 2011 earthquake that claimed 180 lives. There is a vibrant range of tourism activities and experiences for visitors to enjoy during their stay both in Christchurch and the surrounding regions.

There are many surprises as Christchurch rebuilds with Kiwi innovations and unique ideas in the pipeline, including some creative community projects that are filling neighbourhood gaps.

Re:Start – a funky new pop-up container mall – is attracting Christchurch locals back into their city centre for a unique new shopping experience. The colourful retail precinct with more than thirty stores includes high street brands, up-market boutiques, cafés and a department store.

The Cardboard Cathedral is one of Christchurch’s exciting new buildings designed by Japanese architect Shigeru Ban.

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Christchurch city and the Canterbury region continue to bounce back vigorously. So much so that Lonely Planet has named it as one of the top ten cities to travel in 2013.

Expected to be completed in 2013, it’s being constructed on the site of the former St John’s Latimer Square Anglican Church and will be a venue for concerts, exhibitions and community events.

Meanwhile, other sites around the city centre are being transformed into beautiful green spaces for outdoor events and entertainment under the Greening the Rubble initiative. This volunteer project is creating temporary public parks and gardens on empty sites, usually in commercial rather than residential streets.

The Christchurch Art Gallery has an Outer Spaces program placing artworks on a free trail, in spaces ‘outside the box’ while its building remains closed.

A small area of the central city business district is cordoned off from the public as demolition and rebuilding continues. The cordon is shrinking on a regular basis.

Visit www.christchurchnz.com for specific information relating to local activities.

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