As Japan prepares to host thousands of rugby fans, New Zealand has come together with their national rugby team the All Blacks, and Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to say a heartfelt and culturally significant ‘Thank You’ to the Japanese people. … [Read more...]
Obituary: Yvette Williams CNZM MBE
April 15, 2019 By Leave a Comment
The first New Zealand woman to win a gold medal at an Olympic Games Yvette Corlett (nee Williams) of Auckland died on Saturday 13 April 2019. … [Read more...]
Alps 2 Ocean Ultra Staged Run Sold Out
November 8, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Alps 2 Ocean – New Zealand’s first ultra-staged run is already sold out with organisers already taking entries from all over the world for the 2019 event. Alps 2 Ocean – New Zealand’s First Ultra Staged Run Technically an ‘ultra-run’ is defined as anything longer than the standard marathon … [Read more...]
New Zealand Road Relay Championships 2017
October 4, 2017 By Leave a Comment
ROTORUA – Wellington Scottish made it three titles in a row in the senior men’s relay at the New Zealand Road Relay Championships in Rotorua on Saturday, while North Harbour Bays women made it two in a row. New Zealand Road Relay Championships – 30 September 2017 It was a dominant display by the Scottish [...] … [Read more...]
World Vegetarian Day and New Zealand
September 21, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Sunday October 1 marks World Vegetarian Day and New Zealand is a great place to celebrate. Vegetarian and vegan dining is both easy and delicious throughout New Zealand. There’s a plethora of places offering wholly plant-based menus and plenty more who let seasonal produce be the hero. Here’s our pick of the bountiful … [Read more...]
Northland celebrates Waitangi Day
February 2, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Waitangi Day is a public holiday held on 6 February every year to commemorate the signing of New Zealand's founding document - the Treaty of Waitangi - in 1840. … [Read more...]
New Zealand Summer Events 2016 – 2017
February 2, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Summer in New Zealand is a time to recharge the batteries and enjoy sunshine, swimming and succulent food. New Zealand Summer Events Christmas is celebrated in shorts and T-shirt style, as the bright crimson blooms of the pohutukawa – New Zealand’s native Christmas tree – line the coasts with festive … [Read more...]
Happenings New Zealand 2017
February 2, 2017 By Leave a Comment
New Zealand may be blessed with spectacular scenery and world-class food and wine but the country is also brimming with events and itineraries to delight every visitor. From mud and snow (not together) to the arts and beer, here are 17 fantastic reasons to visit Aotearoa New Zealand in 2017. 17 Reasons to Visit New … [Read more...]
Track Results 18th – 25th Oct 2014
November 6, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Results from the New Zealand track scene over the period 18th to 25th October, from Hastings to Invergall HASTINGS Central League Meeting, Hawke’s Bay Sports Park, Percival Road – 25 October 2014 Alex Howden 100m 11.70 (-3.6), Saravee Sos 11.74, Finn Yeats 11.79. Sos 200m 22.18 (0.0). Georgia Hulls 100m 13.15 (-3.9), … [Read more...]
Oska Inkster-Baynes wins 2016 Auckland Marathon
November 4, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Oska Inkster-Baynes put eight months of planning and training for an assault on the Auckland marathon title on the line with an outstanding display of front running to win by six minutes in a debut outing over the 42.2km distance of 2:20:36. Auckland Marathon 2016 success He went down on his knees after crossing the … [Read more...]
