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How crafty moves put Wellington on the map
The Southern Hemisphere's best beer city is our capital, writes Michael Donaldson.

Wellington: In step with China
The Terracotta Warriors are back and the 2300-year-old treasures have impeccable timing.

Greytown: Wairarapa's wee gem
Linda Meads find out what makes the tiny town of Greytown so special.

Wellington: Weta's infestation
The streets, parks, museums, airport and zoo are teeming with creations from Weta.

Kapiti Coast with the most
A break on the Kapiti Coast is an enchanted chance to unwind, writes Cloe Willetts.

Kapiti: For the birds
The little spotted kiwi population is thriving at Kapiti Island nature reserve.

Gumboots and a vine romance (+Be in to win!)
Ashleigh Collis drinks in the atmosphere at Wairarapa's wine festival.

Wharekauhau Country Estate
Shandelle Battersby sees how the other half live during a luxury stay in the Wairarapa.

He Tohu: Sign of the times
Kim Knight goes behind the scenes of a new exhibition of iconic constitutional documents.

Wellington: A kid's view of the capital
Jesse Mulligan gets a child's eye view of one of his favourite places.

Kia ora: Greytown
Elisabeth Easther finds country village living at its best in this Wairarapa town.

Museum Art Hotel, Wellington
Jesse Mulligan checks into a beautiful property in the heart of Wellington.

The Bolton Hotel, Wellington
Shandelle Battersby checks into a hotel that celebrates the story of NZ's early settlers.

Kapiti: Art trail delights all senses
Cloe Willetts explores the art, tastes, sounds and scenery of the Kapiti Coast.

Wairarapa: Fast food on a leisurely weekend
Sara Bunny heads over the Rimutakas to indulge in some winter R&R.

Kia ora: Titahi Bay
Colourful boatsheds set the scene at friendly Titahi Bay, finds Elisabeth Easther.

The Martinborough Hotel
Shandelle Battersby checks in to a charming hotel in the Wairarapa's wine district.

Kia ora: Martinborough
This Wairarapa town isn't just for wine lovers and weekending Wellingtonians.

Kia ora: Paraparaumu
Bush lovers, art enthusiasts and beach babes alike will be taken with the Kapiti locale.