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Wither Hills Farm Park

Blenheim, Marlborough
All year round

The Wither Hills Farm Park offers a brilliant range of walking and mountain biking tracks on a 1,100ha working sheep and cattle farm just minutes from Blenheim's CBD.

Matiu/Somes Island Loop Track

Wellington
All year round

A 40 minute loop track around Matiu/Somes Island offers 360 degree views of Wellington harbour - with native wildlife, remnants from the world wars, historic quarantine buildings, and a lighthouse, there is plenty to keep you interested.

Red Rocks Reserve

Wellington
All year round

Put half a day aside for this easy coastal walk to Red Rocks and a fur seal colony on the south side of Wellington. Make sure to take a drink and lunch! Seals can get stressed by people, so keep a reasonable distance at all times. A 7.4km walk, taking 2-3hrs (return) along Wellington’s rugged south coast.

Deliverance Cove Track

Wairarapa
All year round

Deliverance Cove Track. Two possible routes on this Castlepoint walk offer spectacular views as you climb above the lagoon to the base of Castle Rock. This track is suitable for children.

Fensham Reserve 

Wairarapa
All year round

Fensham Reserve is one of the best places for a bush walk near Carterton. This 48-hectare native bush reserve is just a few minutes' drive from the town's main street, and a popular spot for families and joggers.

Bing Ceramics

Raglan, Waikato
Bookings essential

More is More! Sessions on beginners handbuilding, and clay and cocktails. Please call/message beforehand.

Ngaio Marsh House 

Christchurch
Pre bookings essential

The Ngaio Marsh House guided tour operation is wholly run by volunteers, and so we advise that it is most unlikely that prospective visitors will be able to telephone a booking and visit the House on the same day. For this reason pre-booking is essential and will be confirmed by the Chief Guide or one of the duty guides. Your patience with this arrangement is greatly appreciated.

Ending Life Well

Online
All year round

A 15 part podcast series designed to help carers who have been thrown in the deep end caring for loved ones who are dying. Created by the specialist palliative care team at Otago Community Hospice and supported by Hospice New Zealand.

Lets Get Sticky

Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Christchurch, Hawke's Bay, Wellington
Occasional workshops

Deep dive into your inner creative and get hands on with the delightful realms of resin, gold leaf and inks. At these workshops you will create two round or square artworks, both 38cm wide. There are no rules. You will surprise yourself with the finished results.

Resin Painting Workshops

Auckland
See the workshop schedule

What is resin art? Resin art is a unique painting style where you do not use typical brushes or acrylic or oil paints. You don't have to be an artist to create an incredible piece of high-gloss resin art for your wall, or as a gift. It's meant to be very addictive!

Rutherford College Adult Education

Auckland, Online
All year round

Learning a new skill or craft generates a sense of achievement and can have a beneficial effect not just for the individual but for their family and community as well, and courses such as sewing, gardening, dog obedience, woodwork, or guitar all provide this opportunity. Check out what is on offer.

Coastal Walkway

New Plymouth
All year round

The award-winning Coastal Walkway is a 13.2km path that forms an expansive sea-edge promenade stretching from Pioneer Park at Port Taranaki all the way to the eastern side of Bell Block Beach.

Tarawera Falls Track

Rotorua
All year round. Permit required

The track runs between the Waterfall road carpark to the spectacular falls, where water surges out of fissures in a high cliff face.

Spa Thermal Park 

Taupo
All year round

Take a scenic walk along the banks of the Waikato River, or simply explore the many lookout points at Huka Falls, one of the most visited natural attractions in New Zealand - these short, easy walks are great for kids.

Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari 

Waikato
All year round

Step through the pest-proof gate into another world where ancient New Zealand forest towers majestically above well-maintained walking tracks and the air is filled with birdsong. Enjoy a variety of hikes and bush walks around the eco-sanctuary, take a guided tour or nature walk and discover why this conservation project is so special.

Cathedral Cove

Waikato
Anytime

Voted as one of the 102 Must Do's for Kiwi's. Accessible only on foot or by boat, famous Cathedral Cove is one of the 'must visit' sites on the Coromandel Peninsula. Stunning views of the Coromandel coast guide you to the dramatic cliffs and iconic rock archway of Cathedral Cove.

Rotoroa Island

Auckland
All year round. Book walks and accommodation before you come

Discover Rotorua Island by going on a guided walk with one of their passionate rangers. This island sanctuary is just an hour from Auckland, but feels like another world. It’s a place where curious explorers can uncover fascinating stories and beautiful beaches. Experience first hand the conservation of iconic New Zealand species. And escape to somewhere truly special for the day, or overnight.

Rangitoto Summit Track

Auckland
Always check the DOC website for changes that might affect your trip.

An easy-ish climb through pōhutukawa forest and lava fields gives way to panoramic views of Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf from the summit of this volcanic island. DOC describes it as one of their best short walks.

Mount Manaia Track

Whangārei
Always check DOC website for changes that might affect your trip

A steady climb through regenerating native bush to the summit of Mount Manaia rewards you with breathtaking views of the dramatic entrance to Whangārei-Terenga-Paraoa (Whangārei Harbour). As Mount Manaia is a wāhi tapu (sacred place) for Ngātiwai and other iwi and hapū in Northland – respect the area and keep to the marked tracks.

Dress for Success Auckland

Auckland
All year round. Contact for a booking

Dress for Success is about so much more than clothes.

Ocean Hills Detox and Rehabilitation

Hawke's Bay
Contact for availability

Make 2022 your year for sobriety. Are you struggling with your use of alcohol or drugs? Reclaim your health and life and recover from addiction with a one-on-one customised treatment programme at Ocean Hills. Recover your wellness and hope – write a new chapter in your life.

Howick Historical Village

Auckland, Online
All year round last entry 3pm

Wander through an early Fencible settler's village as it looked in the mid to late 1800's. Explore heritage buildings filled with authentic furniture and textiles and see how people lived in early Auckland.

NZ Comedy School

Auckland, Online, Wellington
Check the website and Facebook

Have you always wanted to try stand-up comedy but don’t know where to start? Are you a comedian who wants to improve your skills? The NZ Comedy School offers free classes, online workshops, and New Zealand’s first and only comprehensive comedy course.

Sam Mayell Ceramics

Queenstown
Occasional. Contact Sam

There's no better place to learn pottery. Pastries and fresh flowers next door, a massive outdoor area and great coffee 50m away. Sam runs occasional classes. Sign up to his newsletter to see when his next ones are.

Coralie Winn Ata Ceramics

Christchurch
Term times

Coralie Winn is a Lyttelton-based potter who creates beautiful bespoke ceramic pieces and teaches classes locally at Ata Ceramics.

Risingholme Community Centre

Christchurch
All year round

Risingholme Community Centre is a not-for-profit organisation with a focus on promoting community spirit and the development of appropriate social, educational and leisure activities and a strong ethic of excellence and community wellbeing.

Halswell Pottery Group

Christchurch
Check Facebook for info

An active group of potters from around Christchurch. Club day is Monday. New members very welcome.

Mt Pleasant Pottery 

Christchurch
All year round

Potters whose skills range from those who are experienced and nationally recognised through to those just discovering the joys of playing with clay. New members are always welcome to come and play. Mount Pleasant Pottery offers 3 general pottery classes. These classes are a great way to start your pottery journey. If you're down for multiple terms, you will gain skills in both wheel work and handbuilding. The 3 separate classes run on either a Monday, Wednesday or Thursday evening.

Stolen Bagel Pottery

Christchurch
All year round Check the calendar

Beginner’s one-day workshop where you will learn how to throw on the wheel and make a cylinder cup, or make a plate or learn how to handcraft house number brand and how to decorate them with underglaze. Come give it a go for the first time or come and hone your skills. Stolen Bagel can take you on a journey from first timer to a confident intermediate level potter.

Clae

Christchurch
All year round. Bookings essential

Sisters Natasha English and Tatyanna Meharry share a common artist interest. They have been working within the arts industry for over 20 years and bring considerable knowledge of design, teaching and ceramic art & technology to Clae. In 2020 they came together to collaborate on a studio that would celebrate all aspects of ceramics in a local and sustainable way. They are passionate about sharing their wealth of knowledge with others to enable a vibrant community of makers where treasures can be created. Check out their classes and home kitsets. Bookings essential

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