NZ’s embarrassing sign blunder
THIS sign has stood proud and tall in the New Zealand town of Bluff, until a tourist pointed out some pretty major flaws with it.
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Pilot shares ‘terrifying’ view from cockpit
IT’S the sight only a pilot can see, and while passengers will feel the turbulence, this is the view from the drivers seat when flying through cloud.
The punniest place on Earth
BULLS may be a tiny farming town in New Zealand but it is unforget-a-bull.
Where you should go on holiday
AUSTRALIA may have had a bad run on the currency front, but the good news is a very affordable holiday destination is faring much worse.
NZ wants us to stop pooing in public
NEW Zealand, known for its incredible natural beauty, might be a great place to go camping. But a tourism company says we need a reminder on how to behave.
Outrage over ‘freeloading’ couple
AN AUSTRALIAN man and his German partner found a way to travel New Zealand on the cheap — and it’s made people very upset.
Naked photo divides a suburb
A CHEEKY snap of two naked tourists has caused quite a stir — and it’s split opinions in a quiet coastal community.
NZ’s cheeky dig: ‘Where the bloody hell are ya?’
KIWI Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Rhys Darby have taken a swipe at Australia with a cheeky advertisement claiming a global conspiracy.
‘Grotesque’ sign that sparked outrage
FOR 18 years, tourists have posed next to this tongue-in-cheek sign at a popular destination in New Zealand, until a single complaint led to its removal.
NZ ditches notorious airport time-waster
AFTER wasting 100,000 hours of our time every year, New Zealand is finally doing something it should have done a long time ago.
Outrage over new airport rule
FROM this week, New Zealand’s customs officials are enforcing a tough new rule at airports that has passengers vowing never to visit.
Incredible thing this hotel has ditched
This hotel doesn’t have traditional room service, minibar fridges or even room keys. But people are still hooked.
Reality behind insanely popular photo
A photo taken from another perspective really kills the magic of what’s been dubbed one of New Zealand’s best spots.
Cheeky sledge at Australia in Air NZ ad
Things get political in Air New Zealand’s new Christmas ad, which features a mini-Trump and a dig from across the ditch.
Lush private island for $140 per night
At first glance, this little slice of paradise looks like it could be a beach in the Maldives. But it’s actually a lot closer to home, and far cheaper than you might expect.
How one family infuriated a nation
They were the rowdy family who wanted to see New Zealand. But within a week they managed to annoy an entire nation.
Parody video that went too far
A theme park in Auckland has removed a parody video from its social media channels, admitting the joke was “not suitable” and went too far.
True identities of British ‘unruly tourists’
They are the group of travellers who have caused a storm up and down New Zealand. Now, their true identities can be revealed.
Controversial video pulled from flight
It was the safety video that featured some of New Zealand’s best musicians, but the clip has been pulled from all flights following heavy criticism.
Unruly tourists flee NZ on wrong passport
A member of the unruly group of tourists who caused havoc in New Zealand should never have been able to leave the country.
Afternoon swim turned into a nightmare
It was supposed to be a casual dip at a popular pond with friends. But a year on, Georgia is still suffering from that fateful swim.
Aussies may ‘not be welcome’ in NZ
Australia is New Zealand’s biggest tourist market but with the nationality of the gunman, we may not be welcome anymore.
‘Human barrier’ brings customs to a halt
New Zealand Customs has been praised by travellers after their heartwarming act during Friday’s two-minute silence to pay respects to those killed in the Christchurch mosque shootings.
Horror as bridge crumbles in storm
This is the dramatic moment a major bridge in New Zealand collapsed and was washed away in an intense storm.
New Zealand’s big mistake
In the wake of New Zealand’s worst-ever mass shooting, the tourism board has made a decision that could cost the country thousands.
A sickie cost this man $370k
Splashing out on luxurious trips overseas, a holiday home and fancy cars — a string of sick days finally caught up with Peter Taylor.
Aussies want to ditch Australia after election
Australians flooded the website of New Zealand’s immigration department after the election, presumably looking to escape across the ditch.
Queenstown’s thrillseeking adventures suit all ages
WHETHER high in the air, making a splash on water, or at ground-level speed, it’s child’s play at Queenstown, writes
World’s ‘sexiest’ accent revealed
Forget the French or the Aussie twang, the world’s sexiest accent has gone to a very unlikely contender.
Quirky winter haven on our doorstep
Just a few hours from Sydney, this popular resort puts on a hell of a show to celebrate winter — and it has something for everyone.
‘Rudest Cafe’ owner sprung by police
Police have paid a visit to the “worst cafe” in New Zealand, and given some much needed advice to the owner of the 1.5 star eatery.
Couple forced to leave ‘terrible’ city
A couple has unleashed on one of the most popular cities in New Zealand, saying they had to leave because the costs of living were so high.
Popular New Zealand attraction shut down
Authorities have been forced to step in to protect a group of bottlenose dolphins after figures revealed a tragic toll.
Hidden danger lurking in holiday photo
A couple have been filmed risking life and limb at a popular tourist destination in New Zealand, ignoring extensive warning signs to avoid the area.
NZ is thrilled with feature on this map
New Zealand is a country that is infamously overlooked all the time. So a stunning feature of this world map has Kiwis everywhere cheering.
Millionaire’s lonely ad to strangers
A lonely German multi-millionaire has posted an ad in a paper seeking the company of 10 strangers to live on his ‘paradise’ farm.
Tourist couple’s $8500 nightmare
A couple gearing up for a “holiday of a lifetime” fear their trip will not go ahead after new visa rules mean they may not be able to travel.
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