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WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) – New Zealand’s government said Tuesday it will partner with US investment giant BlackRock in its aim to become one of the first nations in the world to have its electricity grid run entirely from renewable energy. The government said it was helping BlackRock launch a USD1.2 billion fund to ramp […]

Political parties' energy spokespeople speak at election forum on energy policies with red tape and the need to reduce fossil fuel consumption being major concerns

It's that time of year when there are some stunning views in the South as the seasons change and autumn powers through.

Note: You may also enjoy the Orion original short film eel * water * rock * man, in which James Prosek provides narrative about the last man on the East

The little-travelled Waitaki region is home to some of the most spectacular waterways in the country.

Instagram has changed the way people travel. Rebecca Ryan finds out how Tourism Waitaki is using social media to its advantage and what the most “Instagrammable” spots in the district are. Have you ever seen someone’s travel photo on Instagram and been inspired to go there? Posts about travel on social media are dramatically affecting people’s decision-making about the experiences they choose to have – and a destination’s “Instagrammability” is now a major driver of its attract...

A new $1.2m section of the famed Alps2Ocean cycle trail provides access to rarely seen South Island scenery.

GO NZ: New Zealands best active adventures Nelson to Waitaki 15 Dec, 2020 12:24 AM 5 minutes to read NZ Herald NELSON Super fit: Choose from a range of single and multi-day trails with Helibike Nelson for an intrepid mountain bike adventure. Take a multi-day hike with Southern Wilderness Guides on the famous Heaphy Track in Kahurangi National Park. Beginners: Take a Great Taste Trail tour on e-bikes with Kiwi Journeys to experience coastal, valley and rail routes, all in one ride. Visit hop gar...