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We went for a pretty cool road trip today. Guess where this is?
10/07/2026

We went for a pretty cool road trip today. Guess where this is?

10/07/2026

Everybody happy?

Do you like our snow child?
10/07/2026

Do you like our snow child?

Porter Heights access road
10/07/2026

Porter Heights access road

09/07/2026

Have a happy holiday New Zealand!

✨ Matariki: The Stars That Guided a NationLong before calendars and clocks, Māori looked to the night sky. As the Matari...
09/07/2026

✨ Matariki: The Stars That Guided a Nation

Long before calendars and clocks, Māori looked to the night sky. As the Matariki star cluster rose before dawn each winter, it signalled the beginning of a new year and a time of deep meaning.

Matariki was never just about watching the stars. It was a season to pause, remember loved ones who had passed, celebrate the blessings of the present, and prepare for the future. Whānau gathered to share food, stories, and gratitude while looking to the heavens for guidance. The appearance of the stars, alongside other natural signs, helped communities anticipate the coming season and plan for planting, harvesting, fishing, and gathering.

Each of the nine stars carries its own special significance, connecting people to the land, the oceans, the skies, fresh water, and the enduring bonds between generations. Together, they remind us that people and nature are inseparable.

Today, Matariki belongs to all who call Aotearoa home. Whether you celebrate through reflection, gathering with family, learning Māori traditions, or simply admiring the brilliance of the winter sky, Matariki invites us to honour the past, cherish the present, and step into the future with hope.

Mānawatia a Matariki — may the Māori New Year bring peace, renewal, and new beginnings to everyone.

🌌 When the Galaxy Meets the Mountain: Mount Taranaki’s Night of Wonder ✨Few sights on Earth can rival the breathtaking m...
09/07/2026

🌌 When the Galaxy Meets the Mountain: Mount Taranaki’s Night of Wonder ✨

Few sights on Earth can rival the breathtaking moment when the Milky Way appears to rise above the majestic slopes of Mount Taranaki. As millions of stars illuminate the night sky, the mountain stands in quiet silence, reminding us just how small we are in the vast universe. From the glowing galactic core to the snow-capped volcanic peak, this is a scene that inspires awe, curiosity, and gratitude for New Zealand’s incredible natural beauty. Whether you’re an astrophotographer, adventurer, or dreamer, nights like this leave memories that last a lifetime. Sometimes, all you need to do is look up and let the universe take your breath away.

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