Nathan Weathington
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New Zealand’s National Dish (plus other weird and wonderful Kiwi foods)
Does New Zealand actually have a national dish? As the Italians proudly pound their pizza dough, and the Mexicans make tacos in their sleep, New Zealanders are a little let self-assured about their national dish. It’s understandable, too – New Zealand is a young country, with both indigenous and colonial influence, busy cities and sleepy…
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Your complete Guide to Bungee Jumping in New Zealand: Where,When, How
If your mates all jumped off a bridge with a cord wrapped around their legs, would you do it? Well, in New Zealand, world renowned home of bungy, you probably would. One of human kind’s stranger inventions, the bungy (also spelt bungee) is both crazy and unfathomably alluring. Peer over your feet, ask yourself again…
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The Ultimate Guide to New Zealand Kayaking
Step aside Lord of the Rings, New Zealand has got a new claim to fame: the humble kayak. As an island country surrounded by sea and threaded with beautiful lakes and rivers, there’s no better way to experience New Zealand than from the water. Float across the crystal clear waters of the Abel Tasman, over…
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Accidents happen, or do they?
Nathan tucks into a word-salad. “UNBELIEVABLE SALMON FARM ATTACK!” “TRAGIC ACCIDENT!” “100% PURE NEW ZEALAND!” I first noticed the word-salad issue when I received a late-night message on the Fishing Telegraph. I understood completely. The Fishing Telegraph is an extremely accurate and efficient form of communication, and it was telling me someone had cut a…
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The Official Guide to Rock Climbing in Auckland
Ahh Auckland, the City of Sails. It’s known for its gorgeous beaches, cosmopolitan vibe and delicious food, but for those looking for a little more adventure, the biggest smoke in New Zealand is actually home to some awesome rock climbing spots. If you’re after indoor climbing, Auckland offers a chance for everyone to chalk up…
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New Zealand’s Hot Music Scene
When you geographically isolate a group of people on a couple of islands in the Pacific, something magical can happen. Of course, planes and boats can still reach New Zealand (and have for years) but that hasn’t stopped the music here from developing its own unique, diverse sound. Influenced by jazz, blues, rock n roll,…
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Run, rabbits, run
Nothing says “Christ rising from the grave” quite like blasting away several thousand little furballs. Nathan discovers the annual Easter ritual that is the Central Otago Bunny Hunt. DESPITE TEN YEARS OF SUNDAY SCHOOL IN THE BIBLE BELT OF THE SOUTHEAST OF THE UNITED STATES, I’VE ALWAYS FOUND EASTER CELEBRATIONS SLIGHTLY CONFUSING. THE CROSS, THE…
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Life in New Zealand: The Ultimate Guide for World Travelers
There may not be any true utopias left on earth, but New Zealand comes close: untouched wilderness, ridiculously friendly people and, obviously, hobbits running all over the show. You’ve got to know who to ask for the hobbits though. For many visitors, it only takes a couple of weeks on holiday here to plant the…
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Facts About New Zealand that’ll Make You Want to Move There
With a flightless bird as its national icon and roughly 6 sheep per capita, there’s something decidedly quirky about New Zealand. A collection of three pretty isolated islands at the bottom of the world, with a population of five million and a reputation for throwing dildos? This is a country worth asking more questions about.…