Tag Archives: South Island

Jack’s Point plans for luxury lodge

  NEWS RELEASE Luxury Lodge a Diamond in the RoughJack’s Point has been working with various parties over the last few years in order to bring about the development of the intended Lodge on the northern side of the actual piece of land called Jack’s Point…In collaboration with talented internationally acclaimed New Zealand architects Fearon [...]

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Golfing at Russley in top form

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Over the years New Zealand’s South Island Russley Golf Club has hosted many golf tournaments with locals holding their own against some of the world’s best golfers. Once a dry gravel riverbed, Russley is now one of the country’s classic courses in the heart of Christchurch.

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Queenstown again hosts Winter Games NZ-August 13-28, 2011

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New Zealand hosts Winter Games in Queenstown August 22-30, 2009It’s the world’s biggest winter sports event outside the Winter Olympics. Over 800 top world athletes completing among 26 snow sport events.

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Backpacking and golfing in New Zealand

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Canadian senior golfer arrives in New Zealand with a backpack slung over his shoulder and golf clubs in tow to play as many courses as possible on his second visit to this Dream Destination.

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Magic Bus tours are a kick for all ages

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Canadian golfer, Rod Hughes shares New Zealand memories of golfing and touring with the folks at Magic Bus.

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Plan New Zealand Ski Holiday Now

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June to September is high season in New Zealand for skiing and snowboarding on those great South Island slopes. It’s time to make plans to visit and book accommodation.

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Queenstown rules as New Zealand’s major resort centre

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Queenstown rules as New Zealand’s major resort centre. Bright lights, exciting and rejuvenating activities entice visitors from around the world. Golfing is superb and reasonably priced.

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Golfing New Zealand – look at the prices

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One of my favourite golf courses is Jack’s Point in the alpine wonderland near Queenstown on the South Island. “Tremendous course,” many say.

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Destroyed by the Wrecker in New Zealand

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Golfing challenges at Hanmer Springs are highlighted in Liz Clark’s book, “Birdies, Bogeys and Kiwis: Golfing around New Zealand.

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Penguin Hunting in New Zealand’s Catlins

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New Zealand’s southern coastal courses offer great opportunity to play golf and spot penguins.

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Trapped on a Trestle

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Exciting golf game in New Zealand set aside to take tranquil train ride – or so we thought!

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Mysterious Flying Brassieres

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On what was once a Maori trail that later seemed to be paved in gold we pass a string of women’s brassieres of all shapes and sizes. Golf ahead? Or…

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