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First New Zealand treetop walk planned

If approved, New Zealand’s first treetop walk will be built on the South Island in a West Coast native forest next year. It will be similar to those in Victoria, Tasmania and New South Wales, Australia:

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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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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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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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Rotorua Hot Spots and Cold Swine Lager

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Through the Oink, Oink doors, Rotorua’s Pig & Whistle City bar is a great place for pub-style gatherings. .

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Carrington Club: New Zealand’s North Island Golfing Hot Spot

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New Zealand’s North Island luxury resort, the Carrington Club not only offers a Championship 18-hole golf course with beautifulviews across Great Exhibition Bay to the northern tip of the country but all the amenities as one of the country’s premier golf course resorts.

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