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Women of all ages urged to get ‘every lump checked’

A MAMMOGRAM saved Lisa Jankowska’s life — and she wants to ensure it saves other people’s lives, too. Ms Jankowska, 41, who works in tourism in Dunedin, said it was the advice of a doctor which inspired her to get one in December. While it is free for...

Fundraiser hits $2m mark

A community campaign to support the upgrade of Timaru’s Aorangi Stadium has passed the $2 million mark, with confirmation Sport Canterbury and Thompson Engineering have become gold partners. The milestone was a major step towards the fundraising...

City subdivision in limbo

Decisions on approving another subdivision in booming southwest Christchurch are on hold as city councillors question whether enough money is going into parks and cycling and pedestrian routes in the wider area. Local landowning families, under the...

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Stirring memories Awkwafina's most personal project yet

Best known for her scene-stealing performances in Crazy Rich Asians, Ocean’s 8 and Jumanji: The Next Level and vocal turns in animated flicks like Kung Fu Panda 4 and The Bad Guys, Awkwafina is a New York-born comedian and actor of Chinese and Korean...

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Homes offer hope

Habitat for Humanity’s first affordable housing development for older New Zealanders delivered in partnership with a council opened in Whangārei’s Maunu yesterday. The $11 million Waihōanga development provides 26 affordable rental homes for older...

Drawing out erased identity

In one sense it’s a comic book; bright, bold and entertaining. But it’s also a compass – allowing readers to navigate through a shared history that time, policy and migration have erased. Driven to give young Anglo-Indians a sense of identity and...

Presence, privacy & grandeur in Aokautere

Don’t miss this thoughtfully modernised, mid-century architecturally designed 205sqm home. Open-plan living, dining, kitchen are well-proportioned. A separate lounge provides comfortable living. Cooks will love the kitchen with its storage and bench...

Garden festivals flourish

Taranaki’s annual garden festival season has been a great success, despite some drizzly days and the price of fuel possibly dampening visitor numbers a little. The Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival, the Taranaki Fringe Festival and the Sustainable...

All the world’s a stage for Keeley

Keeley Bray is headed to Shakespeare’s Globe in London. The Geraldine High School Year 12 student is one of 24 New Zealand high school Shakespeare aficionados to win places on the three-week July 2027 trip. She began her path to the reconstructed...

Amberley’s purrfect new local identity makes itself at home

Amberley has a new local identity, and he’s everyone's new favourite. He appears like a shadow in the early morning, takes his position at the front of the store, and when the last worker locks up at night, he quietly slips away. To the many hundreds...

Big brother leads the way to Carnegie Hall

Eden Li was in the audience when his older brother Edison took to the stage at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall last year. Watching him perform sparked a thought: “I want to come back and do it myself.” The nine-year-old will get his wish in March,...

Dom-inating the 10k

KIWI media personality Dominic Bowden’s assembled a community of 15 locals who’ll tackle Saturday’s Queenstown Marathon 10km run together — including, from left, Akexandra Brzezinska, Sebastian Dettman, Bowden himself and Seadon Baker. Trainings over...

Big brother leads the way to Carnegie Hall

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Louisa’s mum slams killer’s access to book

The mother of six-yearold murder victim Louisa Damodran says the killer getting access to a book which contained a photo resembling her daughter shows he is still not ready to be released from prison. Peter Joseph Holdem has been behind bars for...

A mountain to climb for men’s health

Two years ago, Blake Thomson was diagnosed with testicular cancer, but early detection meant it was caught before it could spread. The 26-year-old has since made it an annual tradition to take on an arduous physical challenge in full firefighter gear,...

Big brother leads the way to Carnegie Hall

Eden Li was in the audience when his older brother Edison took to the stage at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall last year. Watching him perform sparked a thought: “I want to come back and do it myself.” The nine-year-old will get his wish in March,...

‘Someone is going to die here’

Motorcyclist Mike Anderson and his friends came “within inches of losing our lives” on a slippery stretch of Te Puke Highway where another biker was critically injured months later. And he fears that it is only a matter of time before another rider...

Swims and strolls spark poetry

Congratulations to Renee Hudson, of Fairfield, who has won two tickets to Heath Franklin’s at the Mayfair Theatre in Dunedin, on Saturday night. Dunedin residents are being urged to swap phone numbers on their street to prevent crime and prepare for...

Big brother leads the way to Carnegie Hall

Eden Li was in the audience when his older brother Edison took to the stage at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall last year. Watching him perform sparked a thought: “I want to come back and do it myself.” The nine-year-old will get his wish in March,...

From Timaru to Wudang

After dedicating 45 years to the practice and teaching of taijiquan (tai chi), a Timaru martial arts teacher has returned from an extraordinary journey to China. David Thew has returned from China's Wudang Mountains, where he was invited as a special...

Majority back bin changes but opposition remains

A majority of residents support fortnightly rubbish collections, but concerns persist about smell, hygiene and pests. Of the 947 people who gave feedback 63% supported the move, which is designed to reduce costs and encourage people to keep recycling...

Doris vs the Dark Destroyer

Onehundredandnineyearold Doris Wakelin took on Dark Destroyer Shaun Wallace of The Chase in a fun quiz on Tuesday at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. It was a surprise visit for Doris, who is New Zealand’s second oldest person, and a superfan of The...

Rising to the challenge

Teviot Valley residents responded to a call to help save the Roxburgh resthome donating nearly $20,000 in less than a week. The resthome directors faced a rocky reception on Thursday after telling a public meeting the community would need to prop up...

Dark sky spectacular

Fiordland National Park is now home to the largest dark sky park in the southern hemisphere, in a move that is set to further boost tourism to the area. Thursday’s announcement Fiordland National Park had been accredited an international dark sky park...

Mayor may bow out

Rotorua could be looking for a new mayor in the next council elections in 2028, with Mayor Tania Tapsell indicating her current term could be her last. Speaking to Local Democracy Reporting to mark the first year of her second term, Tapsell described...

Cromwell Farmers & Artisans Market’s New Season

Every year, the hallmarks of Spring give the feeling that winter is over, though the weather keeps confusing. First there’s the blossoms, then the long-weekend energy, and with it the Cromwell Farmers & Artisans Market. It continues now in the Cromwell...

Clutha MPs all hold seats

Clutha will resume ‘‘business as usual’’ following Saturday’s election night, as the district’s three representative MPs all return to their seats. The district is notable in being subject to a geographical split for its parliamentary representation,...

Octopus Inky inks postcards home

When Inky the octopus made his apparent escape from the National Aquarium of New Zealand a decade ago, one of the many questions was where his freedom would take him. It turns out, quite a few places. The aquarium in Napier has revealed it has...

Kaitāia mill workers face uncertain future

Hope that a buyer would step in and secure jobs at Kaitāia’s Triboard Mill has been replaced with fresh uncertainty, as workers face possible redundancy despite efforts to keep the operation running under new ownership. Juken New Zealand (JNL) this...

Path feedback wanted

Public consultation on a project almost 18 years in the making has opened in Gisborne. Gisborne District Council is seeking feedback on the first stage of the Taruheru River Pathway (Te Ara o Taruheru). The project, estimated to cost $15.7 million,...

What to do with a duopoly

Breaking up New Zealand’s supermarket duopoly could push grocery prices higher, a former Wairarapa supermarket owner says, arguing the country needs a new competitor instead. With the cost of groceries remaining a key concern for households, the...

‘Trapped in poverty’

Housing advocates believe there are between 50 and 60 homeless people living in Invercargill. But as the Salvation Army’s Major Murray Sanson says, “It’s still a best guess, realistically.” Sanson said he often hears from homeless Southlanders who...

Sunday fees on the table

Sunday charges and wider paid parking zones could be imposed on central Hamilton as city councillors weigh up a sweeping parking revamp. A review of central city parking found that overall supply was “generally adequate” but Sunday fees would boost...

EDITOR’S LETTER

Melanie Chisholm or Mel C, as she’s better known, became a global star thanks to the Spice Girls. In the all-female mega-popular British group she was known as “Sporty Spice”. The Spice Girls, whose hits included Wannabe, Stop, Who Do You Think You...

Sport fuel creating a buzz

Beekeeper Jonty Mckinnel (pictured) is harvesting honey in Ettrick to create natural energy products to fuel athletes. He has set up Bee Fast Honey with friend and fellow athlete Flynn Goodger, of Gore. Meanwhile, in Mosgiel, beekeeper and Hive Energy...

Team work brings new life to historic building

Soon visitors to Brayshaw Heritage Park will notice some new activity around the Girlings Building, the quaint little two storied "shop" at the entrance to Beavertown. Marlborough Quilters, who meet monthly in the Vintage Farm Machinery building, are...

What is fuelling a wave of youth crime and disruptive behaviour, asks.

A spate of antisocial behaviour in Gore has police and youth and welfare services looking for answers to keep the district’s young people out of trouble. Over recent months, there have been numerous social media posts detailing disruptive public...

Tommy’s Market Update

“We’re seeing more people at open homes, which is encouraging, but buyers are still cautious,” says Tommy’s Real Estate salesperson Alexia Stoddart. “They’re doing their homework, comparing properties carefully and negotiating hard. Price and...

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Blast from the past

This archive photo prompted a few Facebook comments from Te Puke locals when it was recently digitally reproduced by Pae Korokī: Tauranga Archives Online. Melbourne Richmond recognised Leonard Pouwhare’s dad with the white shirt. Joe Vincent...

The Shearers' Quarters

Imagine the stories these walls could tell. Once a place for hardworking shearers to gather after a long day, these older shearers’ quarters now await their next chapter, and you could be the one to write it. Set on 3.3 ha, approximately 20 minutes...

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ANIMAL ODDBALLS!

Eleven freaky creatures to admire this Halloween

Nice in November

Emma as she approaches her 40th birthday, an age she was never expected to reach, while her pal Farrell trains for the marathon to raise awareness of EB and raise funds for those living with the condition. Where: HBO Max When: November 26 together...

FROM THE EDITOR

I’m writing this just after a worthy NPC final, played in sweltering conditions under the roof in Christchurch before well over 20,000 people. It was another cracking competition, the 51st, marking 50 years, culminating in Canterbury annexing a 16th...

It’s not me, it’s you

Young people are separating themselves from their families in increasing numbers. Why do Gen Z kids hate their parents?

Peace of cake

Awww, how sweet! Supermodel Gigi Hadid celebrated the launch of her knitwear brand Guest in Residence’s flagship store with cake in Lower Manhattan, NYC.

PREEN & POSE

Bigger was apparently better at the 2026 CFDA Awards held in New York City, judging by Allison Janney’s spectacular silhouette. The Oscar winner, 66, needed plenty of elbow room in her stunning fuchsia Christian Siriano gown with billowing...

Building better boys:

Julia Baird and son Sam tell The Weekly why their book project is so important to them both

HOW WE TRAVEL

Because it is important for our journalists to have first-hand experience, it can be necessary to accept assistance from travel operators. However, we never promise positive coverage in return.

Quiz

1. What does Collins English Dictionary’s word of the year “mogging” mean: A) to post cat photos online; B) to outperform someone; C) to pretend to pay attention in an online meeting; or D) to deliberately underperform at work? 2. Paul Glover and Alex...

HER OPPORTUNITY

History made as Qiulae Wong set for kingmaker role

KARORI

Buyer enquiry from $1,600,000 In a pretty pocket of city-end Karori, this handsome character home has been thoughtfully renovated over time, enhancing its warmth and liveability while staying true to its original soul. The layout is made for family...

Fenz under fire: ‘It’s a total mess’

Former volunteer fire chiefs with more than 100 years of combined service are demanding an independent inquiry into Fire and Emergency New Zealand, claiming experienced leaders are being driven out by a culture of bullying, control and...

Right to repair

After somewhat despairing about who I could bring myself to vote for in the lead-up to this year’s general election, this is the first time I can remember that my vote is less likely to be for a party I like but for the party that I dislike the least,...

MIDLIFE HORMONE RESET

STAY STRONG & FIT AFTER 50

Worcester Heights

Perfectly positioned on a generous 809sqm (approx.) section, this solid brick single-level home blends easy-care living with smart updates throughout. A versatile backyard studio, detached double garage and ample sealed offstreet parking add to the...

Pollen season could cost you

Spring and summer bring long evenings outdoors, flowers, and pollen. Most of us notice it through the sneezing and itchy eyes, but what it does to our homes can go unnoticed until it costs us. Trees, grasses, and flowering plants release billions of...

They still call it love at first sight

After 70 years of marriage, Bob and Puff Williams still agree: it was love at first sight. The long-time Palmerston North couple, now living in Gisborne, celebrated their platinum wedding anniversary on Saturday. The milestone day itself was...

Smart nesi n for timeless appeal

There’s a nice thing happening right now. Design is slowing down, warming up, and getting more personal. The trends aren’t about chasing the shiny and new. They’re about creating spaces that feel calm, grounded, genuinely yours. Whether you’re...

Winging it

When Liv Sisson launched Fungi of Aotearoa in Christchurch in 2023, she quoted poet Mary Oliver: “Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it.” That approach was a huge success as the book swiftly became a bestseller, award-winner and sent people all...

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY LIVING

Welcome to 31 Woodland Avenue, Mosgiel - a charming family home that perfectly blends comfort and convenience. This spacious residence offers a generous layout with 4 well-appointed bedrooms all with builtin wardrobes with the master featuring a...

A silent wonder

The oaks are in spring leaf A fine lime cloak The blackbirds sing lazily from above And the air is still and fragrant This is a day Where paradise comes close To this fine part of the planet Where worries are forgotten And all seems right with...

5 questions with Yann Le Dorré

FROM THE EDITOR

When I saw renowned photographer Jane Ussher’s first Rooms book my immediate reaction was awe at the creativity of the people behind the homes she had captured, some of which had been in NZ House & Garden. The plethora of different ways they decorated...

Quiz

1 The act of osculation is more commonly known by what name? 2 Which team won the first two ICC Men’s Cricket World Cups? 3 The Bible says Noah had three sons: Shem, Ham — and who was the other one? 4 If you’re keen on entomophagy, what do you...

The sweet smell of SUN PROTECTION

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Highlanders are coming to town

The Highlanders will play in Oamaru next year after a 10year absence — and the southern franchise is hoping to “inspire the next generation” of players and fans. The Super Rugby team are hosting the Crusaders in a preseason fixture at Whitestone...

Govt backdown on agri-classes decision welcomed by many

Strong feedback from Federated Farmers and school leaders has resulted in a re-think on teaching Agriculture and Horticultural Science in Year 11. A proposal to remove that course of study as a standalone subject, and blend the topics into general...

Football referee excited for tournament selection

CALVIN Berg arrived in Dunedin and could hardly believe what he found. Fourteen years ago he walked into his first referees’ meeting in his new home and stumbled upon the late Brent Best, one of Otago’s finest referees who officiated on the global...

Green blood runs deep

Kevin Fry remembers the “pop, pop, pop” from the exhaust of the family’s 1951 John Deere MT because it could be heard five kilometres away. Today, it still has its original exhaust and is one of the favourites in a shed full of classic tractors and...

The place where pampered pets want to be

Ladymead has been a trusted name among pet lovers in Wairarapa since the 1970s. But that doesn’t mean everything has stayed the same. “Our love and care for animals is constant, but when it comes to our service and facilities, we’re always improving to...

Discover Aboriginal Culture at Perth’s Elizabeth Quay

Discover ancient stories and the fascinating Aboriginal history of the Whadjuk Noongar people, Elizabeth Quay / Goomup and the Swan River / Derbal Yerrigan on a new guided cultural walking tour. Running monthly from October 2026 to May 2027, the new...

Ōmokoroa teenager waits for life-changing surgery after years of acute, chronic pain

An Ōmokoroa family is waiting for approval from the New Zealand health system for a complex operation they hope will finally give 17-year-old Callie Breen a life without constant pancreatic pain. Callie has an extremely rare hereditary condition...

Funding boost for Agrizero NZ

Government-industry partnership Agrizero NZ has received a big funding boost – to the tune of $117 million – with two new industry partners coming aboard. The new funding is split equally between industry and government, taking the total funds raised...

Hello

As a curious (that’s a polite way of saying nosy) person (hence the career in journalism), I always love the opportunity to have a stickybeak into other people’s homes – especially those rich in character and personal style – so choosing just eight...

Berry bright future

Isimply love raspberries. When I was growing up in Christchurch I used to go raspberry picking with my sisters to earn pocket money. It is fair to say, I never earned much as I would eat almost all the raspberries I picked immediately. I probably owe...

BITE SIZE

What the dish team are making for Christmas Day, the dish festive playlist, Sarah Todd’s Queensland Prawn Spread, Christmas Unwrapped with Toni Street, Nici Wickes and Helen Emett, the Christmas issue you asked for, and our Mix and Match menu-planning...

Demand for food support doubles as households struggle

Crossroads Malborough has seen a 110 percent increase in demand for its food support services since the end of January, as more households struggle to cope with the rising cost of living. Offering breakfast and lunch daily at their Redwood Street Hub,...

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A giant of the New Zealand high country and the horse and racing industries is how Ron Williamson was described at a memorial service to celebrate his extraordinary life. pays tribute to an old friend.

When Ron Williamson broke his back in a showjumping fall in Timaru in 1966, it was nearly curtains for the young man from Birchwood Station. His family were initially told he might not survive the first 48 hours; once he overcame that hurdle, they...

Copy CAts

For the purposes of a retrospective feature, 27 years ago I was asked what at first seemed to be a very simple question: If money was no object, what classic car would you like to own? Back in 1999 – being rather younger, slimmer and far fitter, I...

MAKE IT

DIY festoon light stand Home-brewed plant food Scrumptious spring suppers

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

WHY WAIT UNTIL the end of a party for cake? Set the celebration tone of your summer parties early with this savoury showstopper made with creamy layers of AORAKI Pōhutukawa Smoked Salmon and toasted brioche wrapped in tangy cream cheese and topped with...

A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS

Here we go again, looking down the barrel of some very tricky elections with no clear indication of the outcome. Many would have us believe we are in dire straits politically, and that depends on your perspective. Being involved in the Classic Car...

EDITORIAL

Welcome to our 2026 IoT/Industry 4.0 issue. We have a look at a lot of developments including Single Pair ethernet to streamline communications, issues with using Agentic agents in manufacturing and some protections against cyberhacking. If you want...

Knockdolian: the plant lovers’ garden

The story of Knockdolian, like many stories in Canterbury, stretches back to the Deans family… but also further still, to Scotland and tales of ancient castles, sailors tricked to their doom, enchantment and even mermaids. A picnic at Knockdolian,...

KIA ORA, WELCOME TO EXPLORE DUNEDIN

Being in a new city is always exciting, but finding your way around can be challenging. ExploreDunedin will help you to quickly find and explore all the best things that Dunedin has on offer, so that you can pack even more into your visit. As well as a...

10 PRINCIPLES OF SUCCESSFUL OUTDOOR ROOMS

Kiwis have always loved the outdoors – especially now that they’re coming with a few more creature comforts. Outdoor rooms have been on the rise in New Zealand and for good reason – it’s an obvious way to gain more living space without adding another...

Outdoor inspiration

Welcome to the latest issue of NZ Landscaper, packed with practical ideas, industry news and inspiration to help you build a stronger, more successful business. Our theme for this issue is outdoor living – exploring how changing lifestyles and client...

Welcome to Mountain Scene Homes & Gardens 2026

Whether you're planning on building your dream home, looking for fresh interior ideas, or hoping to inject life into your garden, you'll find some inspiration in this publication. With stories on the Southern Supreme House of the Year, the burgeoning...

‘Otago Daily Times’

CLASS Act celebrates the excellence of young people in our province and now, more than ever, we will be looking to them for leadership. It was the brainchild of former Otago Daily Times editor Robin Charteris, who invited then prime minister Helen...

Welcome to the 2026 NZSUV Buyer’s Guide

If there’s one thing that’s certain about the New Zealand automotive market, it’s that we love our SUVS. Business, leisure or pleasure, these ‘do it all’ automotive solutions will happily traverse all manner of lifestyles and even terrains. Whether...

Welcome to the 2026 NZSUV Buyer’s Guide

If there’s one thing that’s certain about the New Zealand automotive market, it’s that we love our SUVs. Business, leisure or pleasure, these ‘do it all’ automotive solutions will happily traverse all manner of lifestyles and even terrains. Whether...

Good design is in the details

Whether you’re building your dream home or renovating your current one, it can be all too easy to become focused on the big design decisions, such as your floor plan, kitchen units or bathroom suit, but it’s actually some of the smaller details that...

Out of the woods

Disappear into the shelter and spirit of this cabin in a Tāhuna/Queenstown forest.

GROW and

from veges

Petal palette

Colour-themed planting schemes & inspiring ideas for pots & small plots

AN EXTRAORDINARY SHEDDIE

We don’t feature many sheddies more than once in the magazine, but Chris Gordon is the exception. Chris’ latest project is the subject of our cover story in this edition, and this is his most stunning project yet. We first featured the first of his...

SPRING IN YOUR GARDEN

Fresh ideas and timely reminders

Grilled asparagus and halloumi salad

ustralian chef Karen Martini says this salad makes a delicious and light spring starter. Chargrilling asparagus takes the flavour in a different direction to steaming or blanching. It retains its signature grassy notes, but the char adds a compelling...

We made 34 for 35

To celebrate 35 years since the Youtube NZ Marketing Awards started, we made 34 different versions of the cover for the print edition of this issue. Yep, 34 – that’s the number of trophies that were handed out on Awards Night. Keeping with the theme...

Hello,

As we head further into the second half of the year, welcome to the latest edition of Allied Media’s Your Healthcare Providers 2026, your handy guide to the health professionals and services supporting the wellbeing of Christchurch...

Welcome

Being someone’s true love means that you accept them for the person they are, and that you do not wish to change them. Saying ‘‘I love you’’ in front of the world is what your wedding day is all about. It means standing by the one you love during those...

‘Today is your day. You’re off to great places. You’re off and away. Oh the places you’ll go.’

Inland from Lake Coleridge, Canterbury

Southland

Deer farming and dairy grazing couple, Tony & Michelle Roberts, proudly built their farming business from the ground up and this year took home the title of 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing.

Don't leave home ‘til you've seen the country

There are a number of adverts from the early 1980s that live long in the memory, but the classic tourism one particularly resonates. Imploring New Zealanders to explore their own backyard before travelling overseas, it made a powerful point about what...

FIRE

In all emergencies phone 111. If you ring to report a local fire in a rural area you will be asked your RAPID number, so that the appropriate fire service can be alerted. At certain times of the year, there will be restrictions on lighting fires. Ring...

Visiting a doctor

• It’s free to enrol It’s free to register or enrol with a GP — but they may charge a consultation fee each time you go to see them after that. GPs normally charge a higher fee, often called a casual rate, for patients that aren’t enrolled at their...

THE REID MARTINI

A rich and characterful vodka, The Reid is the best vodka you will ever taste. Delicately nuanced with notes of pear drops, lemon, toffee and malt biscuits. The Reid shines in spirit-forward cocktails, particularly in our signature martini, adding...

Resene paint and wallpaper for maximalist interiors.

Alayered, personality-filled home is having a moment. Intentional clutter, or maximalism, is less about mess and more about meaning. The antithesis of classic minimalism with its pared back palettes, intentional clutter is the art of surrounding...

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THE COST OF KIWI CULTURE

Walk into any snow shop and the walls are full. Jackets, skis, boots, helmets, goggles, packs, base layers, socks, gadgets, apps, passes and promises. There is no shortage of product. There has probably never been more. The problem is not the gear....

A RECIPE FOR HEIFER MATING SUCCESS

Glenaray Station successfully mate yearling heifers, increasing their reproductive potential

A historic lifestyle opportunity

This is not only a stunning piece of history, but what a place to live! In the heart of Maraekakaho perched just above the historic woolshed is the Gardeners Cottage from Maraekakaho Station. A lovely two bedroom cottage plus two bedrooms detached from...