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This is a great way to get a brief taste of the magnificent flora of Tongariro National Park without too much effort, and the sealed track is wheelchair friendly as well.

Feel like a break from the city? Then get out into this superb remnant of native forest full of mature kahikatea (white pine), lush nikau palms, ferns, hanging vines and heaps of native birds.

Bring a camera and join the birdwatchers and photographers for a wander through this stunning coastal lagoon habitat, which protects the area’s prolific wildlife.

The greatest experiences of art are unexpected.

Walk into this Gallery and prepare to be dazzled! You will experience diverse and inspiring art of national and international importance that you would never expect to find on a small island.

Wellington is famous for its iconic bright red cable cars that trundle up the hill to the Botanic Garden, and here’s your chance to see one of these vintage dames up close and personal.

Waikato Museum – Down on the banks of the Waikato River, Hamilton’s free museum showcases the region’s visual arts, Waikato history and a fantastic collection of local Maori artefacts.