New Zealand – Sightseers' Delight

The long road to Warkworth: Driving to Brokenwood

April 22, 2023 Todd DeFeo

The town of Brokenwood ostensibly sits about 90 minutes north of Auckland. If it were a real town, it would likely be the murder capital of Aotearoa.

Police urge precautions following Blenheim and Picton vehicle thefts

April 12, 2023 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Police are urging the public to take extra precautions to keep their vehicles safe following recent vehicle thefts in the Blenheim and Picton area.

Auckland mayor wants to see fewer road cones

March 28, 2023 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown wants Auckland Transport to work with national transport agency Waka Kotahi, and utility companies Chorus, Vector, and Watercare, to explore how the region’s Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) can be improved quickly while increasing efficiency safely.

Officials: New Zealand’s Christ Church Cathedral is stabilized

March 27, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Christ Church Cathedral is stabilized, marking the completion of the first phase of the reinstatement project.

Recovery efforts continue following Cyclone Gabrielle

March 23, 2023 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Eastern District Police will be attending a range of community meetings next week to support those severely impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle.

Over the hills and through the Pass on KiwiRail

March 19, 2023 Todd DeFeo

One of the best ways to see New Zealand is by train.

The rejuvenation continues in Christchurch

March 19, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Christchurch continues to have a rejuvenated vibe.

Let’s go for a walk in the garden

March 17, 2023 Todd DeFeo

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Sometimes a late summer/early fall tramp through the botanic garden can be more challenging. Less is in bloom. It just makes you work a little harder and pay a little closer attention to find the flowers worth focusing in on.

A flight at Flight

March 16, 2023 Todd DeFeo

You know what’s better than a flat white in Wellington? A flight of flat whites in Wellington. And the best place for that is at Flight Roasters’ Hanger. Their original blend, the Bomber, is exquisite. The caramel notes cuts through the milk perfectly to give this kiwi invention a creamy, velvety texture.

A view from Mt. Victoria

March 16, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Wellington is often called the “Coolest Little Capital” in the world.