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A Wellington bar owner's bewildered he can't hand out pamphlets advertising his bars during O-week. Victoria University of Wellington's Students Association has complained to the council licensing team. The council has told Greig Wilson they believe licensees must not target students to draw them to bars. Wilson says he's distributed the flyers for years. "The idea is to drive students into the bars before 12 o'clock, where we can better manage intoxication control in a controlled environment and monitor their drinking, rather than them being in a flat in Mount Cook with a bottle of vodka." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three men who disappeared while attempting to climb Aoraki/Mount Cook over the weekend are still missing. The Mountain Safety Council's Chief Executive Mike Daisley spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Three men who went missing after attempting to climb Aoraki Mount Cook over the weekend have still not been found. Aoraki Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Bad weather prevented search teams from looking for the men on Tuesday, and at this stage it is unlikely they will be able to continue the search until Thursday. Boulder, Colorado based journalist Michael Kodas spoke to Morning Report.

Over the last two years, tucked behind a furniture shop off busy Adelaide Road in Wellington's Mount Cook, a five storey, 5,500 square metre, $50 million project has been brought to life. City Missioner Murray Edridge took our reporter Lauren Crimp for a sneak peek before today's official opening.

Two injured climbers trapped in a hut on Aoraki Mount Cook will have to wait at least another night for help to arrive, with bad weather hampering any rescue attempt. The pair made it to a remote hut on the mountain on Tuesday and raised the alarm with DOC, it's understood they may have frostbite. Bianca Bratton from the Mountain Safety Council spoke to Lisa Owen.

A court has heard Phillip Polkinghorne's police interview on day eight of his trial. The Auckland eye doctor is accused of murdering his wife, Pauline Hanna, in 2021. He maintains she killed herself. Polkinghorne's dealings with other woman have been detailed today, both at a North Shore apartment in 2019, and a Mount Cook retreat in the weeks after Hanna's death. NewstalkZB's Chelsea Daniels says Polkinghorne jumped from topic to topic in the police interview. "Detailing things like the couple's beach house, an argument they'd had about staining, an episode of New Amsterdam they'd watched the night before." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OPINION How many car parks have we lost in Wellington in the last year? Too many to count. There's a story out today about Wellington City Council giving the use of 50 car parks exclusively to one company in Wellington. The deal has been in place since 2010, but it was only made public today.   There are signs on these 50 carparks in Miramar. The signs say private parking... authorised by Wellington City Council. The signs warn that unauthorised vehicles will be towed at the owner's expense. I'm not talking about somebody's private car park. I'm talking about the usual public car parks out the front of a business. Whose business you wonder?  A business owned by Wellington's most famous person Sir Peter Jackson; Stone St Studios. They get 50 public car parks and they essentially get to treat them as their own piece of land. There was no public consultation about the agreement, and now people are upset because they can't use the parks. Now if you're paying hundreds of dollars a year in encroachment fees for a single car park, I get it.  But the council did a deal with Stanley Properties, directed by Sir Peter and Dame Fran Walsh, and for the 50 parks they pay just $1.00 a year. How lucky that our current council weren't in power when this deal was done. There'd be a cycle lane with no car parks to rent.  Compare that to one Mount Cook resident who was paying $919 a year for a 60 square metre section of council land between a footpath in his front door. The council just put the price up and it'll now cost him $1350 this year.  He pays over a grand. Peter Jackson pays $1. There's no question I am the biggest Sir Peter Jackson and Dame Fran Walsh fan. They have totally transformed Wellington as a city over the past 25 years. And in actual fact, I fully support them having access to 50 car parks out the front of their business for what they do for the city. But I want to see other businesses treated the same way.  Why don't I get two car parks out the front of my business, which might I add I am paying exorbitant rates for? Why doesn't Aro Bake get a couple of car parks out the front of their business? No, those were taken away for a Maori-inspired bike rack.  Why are we not all treated equally?  This is preferential treatment for Jackson, and it's not fair.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Heather Marston had a mantra that she would never visit the same place twice...but that was before she had been to Aoraki Mount Cook. From ski trips as a child, to a study abroad program during uni and later moving to New Zealand, Heather says the curiosity for adventure was sparked early on in life. She shares about a particular trip to Mount Cook National Park in winter, where the weather looked miserable, but it turned into a magical experience in the snow. Heather shares all the different trails in and around Mount Cook village - Hooker Valley is a must-do; Mueller Hut is for a longer trip; Kea Point is best at sunset; Tasman lake is great for sunrise; Governers and Bowen bush walks are good for a rainy day; Sealy Tarns is steep but rewarding. Heather also talks about accommodation options to stay in the National Park - from the Hermitage Hotel to the DOC campsite, there are choices for everyone. Her best advice for travelling in New Zealand is to allow for flexibility and have an open mind - because you never know what you'll experience. For quick and easy meals for all your outdoor adventures, use the code ABIGAIL for free shipping on your next Back Country Cuisine order: bit.ly/44uFDAB >> Come to Nepal with us on a group trip in October 2024: https://bit.ly/49AvnIz

Only a couple hours' drive from Mount Cook is Waimate, home to wallabies, the rocky coast, and native bush.   The district has beautiful campsites on the shores of Lake Aviemore, the perfect place to spend a day, the night, or even the whole summer.  Waimate District mayor, Craig Rowley, told Tim Dower that they've seen a real resurgence in rural New Zealand, as kiwis from across the country look for a different lifestyle.   If you're looking for a quieter, more laidback vibe for your holiday or even your life, Waimate might have what you're after.   Certainly has less traffic.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Large areas of the North Island and parts of the South are bracing for severe thunderstorms, after the MetService issued fresh warnings today. The severe thunderstorms are predicted from Northland through Auckland, to Taranaki, including the Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, and Taupō. In the South Island, there's a heavy rain watch for Buller, the headwaters of the Cantebury Lakes, North Otago and Dunedin, and an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Westland near Mount Cook. The latest warnings follow a wild end to Easter Weekend for some, with strong winds bringing tornadoes to either side of the Cook Strait. One hit Upper Moutere, in Tasman yesterday afternoon, followed by another in Kāpiti in the early hours of this morning. A teenager is in hospital, after suffering severe cuts and a collapsed lung when his sleepout was destroyed. Samantha Gee reports.

Tara Tavener first stepped foot in New Zealand in 2011, as a uni student on an exchange program to Palmerston North. She fell in love with the country and has been back on multiple trips to visit the friends that became family and made Aotearoa a home. Now Tara is a full-time travel blogger and shares tips and advice for anyone that wants to start in that industry. She shares the incredible moments where she got to bring her husband, Luke, to New Zealand for the first time and experience some of her favourite places with him - Fiordland, Mount Cook, Northland, the Coromandel and so much more. Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can't wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Tara on Instagram: instagram.com/sillylittlekiwi/ Follow Tara on Tiktok: tiktok.com/@sillylittlekiwi Subscribe to Tara's YouTube Channel The Silly Little Kiwi Blog Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah Read the Blog: www.abigailhannnah.com

Land-based salmon farming continues to sink its hook into the fish market. Mount Cook Alpine Salmon has revealed plans to launch New Zealand's first land-based salmon farm. The $16.7 million  project will either be in the Mackenzie or Waitaki Districts. Chief executive, David Coles, says the consulting firm EY, which monitors the global industry, predicts land-based salmon farming could be an industry disruptor. He told Mike Hosking it's projected by 2040 more than 20 percent of global salmon production will come from this type of model. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Land-based salmon farming continues to sink its hook into the fish market. Mount Cook Alpine Salmon has revealed plans to launch New Zealand's first land-based salmon farm. The $16.7 million  project will either be in the Mackenzie or Waitaki Districts. Chief executive, David Coles, says the consulting firm EY, which monitors the global industry, predicts land-based salmon farming could be an industry disruptor. He told Mike Hosking it's projected by 2040 more than 20 percent of global salmon production will come from this type of model. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode we first join Photographer, Videographer & glider pilot Georgia Schofield of New Zealand! Today she shares her gliding adventures soaring all over the world, recently visiting several glider ports. Georgia also has already competed in a couple National competitions where she placed 1st and 2nd. She also has had the incredible opportunity to soar the face of Mount Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand. Georgia has recently helped out at the Women's worlds as a photographer & Videographer, her profession. Also on this episode we will jump in the cockpit with our good friend Barbora Moracova and experience soaring in the Women's Worlds as she shares her flights and experiences during that event. Later on this episode Sergio the soaring master brings us another informative segment and this one is about flying gaggles safely in a competition.  https://wwgc2022.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/georgiasphoto/ www.soaringthesky.com www.patreon.com/soaringthesky   

Waka Kotahi is advising drivers to take care on roads affected by recent flooding down South. Compounding the effects of the last few days those travelling on the alpine passes are now being told to expect fresh snow. State Highway 80 continues to be closed between Ben Ohau and Mount Cook. Snow has closed the Lewis Pass and Porters Pass. State Highway 6 is closed at Murchison, between State Highway 65 and Hinehaka Rd, due to a rockfall. Waka Kotahi spokesperson Mark Owen spoke to Susie Ferguson.

It's 1997 and friends Richard and Steve are climbing to the peak of Mount Cook, the tallest mountain in New Zealand. They're carrying 40 kilos of climbing gear and food. But when the climb takes a dangerous turn, much is lost. Then, almost 25 years later, a backpack turns up on Mount Cook. Inside, there's a camera with the film intact, memories long-buried make their way back to the surface once more.

It's 1997 and friends Richard and Steve are climbing to the peak of Mount Cook, the tallest mountain in New Zealand. They're carrying 40 kilos of climbing gear and food. But when the climb takes a dangerous turn, much is lost. Then, almost 25 years later, a backpack turns up on Mount Cook. Inside, there's a camera with the film intact, memories long-buried make their way back to the surface once more.

South Australia's performance of carbon farming is improving, according to a new scorecard released by the Carbon Market Institute, Contributions to the South Australian Stud Merino Breeders Association over 25 years has seen Ian Rowett awarded with life membership and after four years on the lam, a Merino wether has been found in the foothills of Mount Cook on New Zealand's South Island and shorn.

South Australia's performance of carbon farming is improving, according to a new scorecard released by the Carbon Market Institute, Contributions to the South Australian Stud Merino Breeders Association over 25 years has seen Ian Rowett awarded with life membership and after four years on the lam, a Merino wether has been found in the foothills of Mount Cook on New Zealand's South Island and shorn.

This Ep is INSANE! Patrick Stanton takes us through 2 wild expeditions to meet the Summit of Mount Cook in New Zealand and then breaking trail to the Summit of Denali in Alaska. You won't have any nails left by the end of this one. Sit back, listen and hold onto your seat!

Episode 19! Leif Christensen joined us in the “studio” while visiting from Adelaide for a chat about what being an everyday adventurer means to him.  Leif shares with us how an exchange program, living in Brazil for a year after leaving school stimulated his interest in experiencing other cultures and places. This passion has seen Leif travel and adventure all over Australia and beyond, both for fun; for fundraising and also for work, as a trained social worker, leading 100km hikes for children while working in an adventure therapy and guide role for Operation Flinders.  Leif since retrained as a firefighter and we chat about how work and adventure tie in together. He shares with us a whole range of missions he has completed including his self-named project “Six Trails for Change”, taking part in ultra distance trail runs, including the Rapid Ascent “Triple Crown”, as well as summiting the 6812m peak Mount Ama Dablam in Nepal and fastpacking the Great Walk on K'gari (formerly known as Fraser Island). Leif has been riding motorbikes since he was 18, and attempted a fundraising ride from London to Cape Town, while also recently taking part in the challenging and somewhat quirky “Postie Bike Challenge” riding an old “postie bike” 1000km over four days in the Flinders Ranges and remote Outback South Australia, raising funds for the Apex Copper Coast Retreats, supporting families impacted by cancer.  Leif also shares with us intentions for the year ahead including racing Ultra Trail Australia 100km and climbing Mount Cook in New Zealand.  We finish with a chat about how through working in the fire service, Leif now volunteers with his kelpie, Boston, training as a search and rescue dog as part of the Urban Search and Rescue taskforce. You can find Leif on Instagram at @leif_c  We (…Sarah) apologises for the feature guest - Ness - who was fairly vocal during this interview.  If you're enjoying these episodes and interested in supporting us on Patreon please head across to www.patreon.com/intotheweehourspodcast We are so grateful for every contribution which "helps keep the lights on"!   

With the prospect of international travel remaining a hopeful but still distant aspiration, and much of the country straight-jacketed by Covid-19 alert travel restrictions, satisfying your wanderlust can feel rather problematic at present. But whether you're itching for some great escapism in prose, or staking out some travel-related Christmas gift ideas, here's a round-up of some excellent new release books that will satisfy and stimulate your travel cravings.Gone Bush is Paul Kilgour's first-hand account of life in the New Zealand backcountry and beyond. It's the inspiring story of a wanderer, long-distance tramper and hut-bagging legend. Paul Kilgour was bitten by the tramping bug early. He began going on epic trips as a young boy, beyond the North West Auckland farm and out along the coast.During these wanderings, he met old folk living simply in tiny huts out the back of farms and on clifftops, and swaggers walking in remote and beautiful locations. Even at that early age, deep inside Paul stirred the spirit of adventure and a longing to go further. And further he went.Gone Bush is about a lifetime of walking the backcountry – Paul has clocked up 50 years of it. He tells stories of the eccentric characters he met along the way, some of the 1200 huts he's visited and his most unforgettable journeys. In 2007 and 2008, Kilgour walked the length of the South Island – his long walk home – an epic 1550-kilometre tramp from Fiordland to Golden Bay via backcountry huts and off-track routes. Gone Bush is a charming, meandering read – like setting off on a serene tramp in the mountains, a heavy frost underfoot and the sun on your back.The Wild Twins is the real-life story of Amber and Serena Shine on strength, survival and a lifetime seeking adventure. From their first steps, the twins set out from their family farm in rural Waiuku with the bush and mountains in sight. Together they've run the world's highest marathon on Mount Everest, walked jaguars in the Amazon, sailed treacherous seas from Hawai'i to San Francisco, navigated ice falls while climbing Mount Cook, raced 322 kilometres on a dogsled, and survived naked in the African wilderness for twenty-one days on the hit Discovery show Naked and Afraid.In The Wild Twins, Amber and Serena share their most extreme achievements, the secrets behind their strength and endurance, and advice on living life to its fullest. With go-getter attitudes, perseverance and fearlessness, these inspiring sisters are all about getting outdoors and reaching your potential - returning home covered in mud and with a story to tell.Amber and Serena Shine were born and raised in a small rural town in the North Island of New Zealand. Together and apart, they have lived, explored and adventured abroad while juggling careers, from the New Zealand Army to Australian mining, Alaskan dog sledding and much more. Their love of the outdoors keeps them constantly adventuring – they have taken on mountains, sailed across the Pacific and survived in the wilderness, to name a few. They are passionate about inspiring others through their experiences, adventures and life philosophies. This is their first book.The Spirit of Cardrona is a stirring business story about a young woman who pursued her unlikely dream of setting up a world-class distillery in Cardrona. It is the story of Desiree Reid-Whitaker's upbringing, of her persistence and resilience, of overcoming life's trials, tribulations and natural shyness, to succeed on a path-less-travelled. Desiree spent two and half years visiting the world's greatest whisky distilleries and learning from some of the world's great masters before risking all she had to make her dream a reality. Her quest to produce a single-malt whisky that would compete with the best whiskies in the world is a classic story of Kiwi persistence, self-sacrifice and dedication to excellence.The Spirit of Cardrona. (Photo / Harper Collins)The Spirit of Cardrona is an inspirationa...

Hankering for a blissed-out wilderness escape to blow out the cobwebs in the Mackenzie and savour wide open spaces? The year-round beauty, glorious topography and sweet seclusion of the Mackenzie powers its magnetic appeal. Here's a recommended line-up of tried and tested signature wilderness stays to stimulate your senses and leave you feeling refreshed and revived. Just four hours' drive south-west of Christchurch, Aoraki/Mt. Cook is permanently cloaked in a glistening snow coat – even in the height of summer, so the promise of postcard scenery is all part of the package. In fact, much of the Mackenzie region, which enjoys an altitude over 700 metres above sea level, boasts snow-draped landscapes deep into spring.Proudly New Zealand & family owned, the Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki/Mount Cook is a hotel legend with a stirring history spanning 137 years. The first Hermitage was built in 1884, under the direction of Frank Huddleston, who was appointed ranger for the Mount Cook area because of fears that local vegetation would be destroyed by grazing and burning. This initial accommodation house was set near the base of the Mueller Glacier, beside White Horse Hill. Successive building took shape to cater to the swelling demand, with the latest addition being the spectacular high-rise Aoraki wing, that took shape 20 years ago. The present Hermitage looks out past White Horse Hill to the Hooker Valley and Mount Cook.Exterior of the Hermitage Hotel. (Photo / Hermitage)The Hermitage is an unrivalled base to intimately explore the natural wonders of the national park, with a variety of accommodation, dining and activity options. The on-site Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre comprises a museum and theatre, lustily showcasing the colourful history of Aoraki/Mount Cook, our most famous adventurer and the backstory of this illustrious hotel. Hillary was involved in the development of the centre before his death and don't miss the statue of Hillary permanently gazing towards Aoraki/Mount Cook, one of his favourite peaks, stands outside the hotel. The ascent of Mount Cook's difficult south face in 1948 was Hillary's first great mountaineering achievement, and also became the training ground for his Everest triumph five years later and subsequent Antarctic expeditions. Enjoy some cinematic alpine thrills in the custom-designed theatre, which also includes a Digital Dome Planetarium. Dine in style in the Panorama Room, for an a la carte dinner experience, where locally-sourced New Zealand cuisine is paired with premium views of Aoraki.You can't go wrong with the Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Chowder or Mount River Farms Venison Loin. Book a Premium Plus room, on the 9th and 10th levels of the Aoraki Wing, for an elevated and unobstructed perspective on the mountain magic. Even the chronically lazy can feel at one with the scenic splendour from this pampered perch.Routinely decorated as New Zealand's greatest day walk, the Hooker Valley Track is a gentle 3 hour jaunt. Leading up the valley with unbelievably good viewpoints like Alpine Memorial, you'll traverse golden tussocks, swing bridges, get up close with the Mueller and Hooker Glacier, and be rewarded with celestial views of Mt. Cook and the Southern Alps. In summer, the added spectacle of wildflowers like the famed Mount Cook buttercup, heighten the spectacle.Interior of the Hermitage Hotel. (Photo / Hermitage)I also love the Kea Point Track, which starts from The Hermitage, and can be easily knocked off within 2 hours. It's also a relatively flat walk, emblazoned in golden tussock and subalpine grasslands, leading you to the Mueller Glacier moraine wall. The walk culminates with a close-up panorama of Mt. Sefton, The Footstool, Aoraki and the Mueller Glacier lake. As I experienced, the monastic silence is only pierced by the thunderous booms of calving ice, breaking away from the glacier at its terminal.Another must-do walk is in the Tasman Valley, a quick 8km drive from the He...

Mark and Phillip were working search and rescue on Mount Cook, New Zealand in the early 80's. In 1982, they decided to climb the mountain together and got caught in a storm that would threaten both of their lives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kaycee-mcintosh/support

A group of seven skiers looked to have to spend the night on Mt Cook after getting caught up in a small avalanche, where one sustained a broken leg. Alpine Rescue crew had managed to locate the skiers after they activated an emergency location beacon at about 11.30 this morning.Rescue co-ordination centre spokesperson, Kris Wilson, had previously told Heather du Plessis-Allan that strong wind's prevented a helicopter recovering the injured person, so he's been carried down to a hut, to be kept comfortable overnight.However, a gap in the weather has now allowed Alpine Rescue crew to fly the injured skier from Mount Cook to Twizel's medical centre.A helicopter will take the skier on to Christchurch hospital.LISTEN ABOVE 

Blissful Hiker says goodbye to her young friend Tomáš who helped her through the toughest parts of the trail, including reaching a summit above the highest point of the trail.  In this episode:Blissful continues her journey of the Te Araroa, reaching Stag Saddle and Beuzenberg Peak in New Zealand's Southern Alps, looking towards Mount Cook and the astonishing turquoise of Lake Tekapo. It's tussock, mud, rocks and stream-as-trail to a magical hollow next to a babbling brook with a magical sunset and a sky full of stars. The final bit to town is mostly on road where Blissful meets shepherds with a dozen working dogs and a Chinese family on vacation that offers her glasses of milk.In Tekapo, she gets the last bed at the last hostel, rents a bike for the coming days and takes Tom to a restaurant for anything he wants on the menu. He teaches her how to say "bad ass" in Czech as well as "she is bad ass." MUSIC: Suite by Ernst Krenek as played by Alison Young, flute Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/blissfulhiker)

Mark Inglis lost both of his legs in 1982 when he, along with his partner and fellow climber Philip Doole, got stuck in an ice cave for 13 days, during an intense blizzard, on Mount Cook. Mark would later fulfill his mission to summit Mount Cook and then he became the first double-amputee to climb Mt Everest.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/prevailbeyond)

The fire raging through pine and scrub by Lake Pukaki, near Mount Cook, has spread overnight. Fire and Emergency believes the fire started when a hunter knocked over a camp stove. The hunter received minor injuries trying to put out the fire and has been treated. Chris Clarke, from the Mackenzie District Council, has been in briefings this morning. He speaks to Corin Dann.

Amber and Serena Shine are The Wild Twins and they well and truly live up to their name. They hunt, fish, dive, hike, climb, snowboard, skydive... They've climbed Mount Cook, attempted Denali, completed the world's highest marathon in the Himalayas on a day's notice and, most recently, they became New Zealand's first contestants on the survival TV show, Naked and Afraid.In this episode, we talk about their rural upbringing, Amber's snowboarding injury and her somewhat miraculous recovery, the incredible challenges of Naked and Afraid, and what it's like being social media "influencers" while staying true to who they are.Amber and Serena are inspiring, down to earth, Kiwi women who are all about making the most of the limited amount of life they have. We're sure you'll all enjoy and learn something from their story.//EPISODE EXTRAS//Follow The Wild Twins on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Watch the full episode of the twins on Naked and Afraid here.//SUPPORT THE WILD PODCAST//If you like what we do, please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon.We've set it up so you can choose from:1. The cost of staying in a backcountry hut in New Zealand2. The cost of staying in a serviced hutWe thought that was cool because our goal with every episode is to transport you from wherever you are into the outdoors.Your support helps us to cover our costs and keep bringing you stories of explorers, adventure, and the great outdoors.You can also support the show by leaving a five-star rating and/or a short review on iTunes.Thanks heaps,-- Andy & Jonnywww.thewildpodcast.comThe Wild Podcast is produced by The Content Lab, content marketing, copywriting, and brand storytelling services for New Zealand businesses that want to build audiences and authority online. Visit contentlab.co.nz

Sam Smoothy is a New Zealand professional freeride skier and filmmaker who pushes the limits of what's possible on some of the world's most threatening mountains. Sam competed on the Freeride World Tour for close to a decade before deciding to focus on making epic ski films.In this episode, we talk about Sam's backstory and how he was thrust into the world of skiing from an extremely young age (we're talking from just a few weeks old). We go into a couple of his film projects, including the documentary 'Skypiercer' about climbing up and skiing down Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest mountain, and infiltrating the iron curtain of North Korea. We also talk about flow states, balancing risk and reward in an environment where one wrong decision could end everything, and the joy and interconnectedness of nature.If you enjoy a good adventure story with some deep and meaningful chats sprinkled in, you're going to love this episode with Sam Smoothy.//EPISODE EXTRAS//There are a tonne of extras for this episode. To truly appreciate this conversation, you should go and check out the following films.Skypiercer (the Mount Cook documentary)Inside North Korea Sam's Near Death Crash Sam on the Freeride World Tour in what's described as "the best run ever"There are a whole lot more you can check out on Youtube.Follow Sam on Instagram and Facebook//SUPPORT US//Follow The Wild Podcast on Instagram and FacebookIf you enjoyed this episode it would mean a lot to us if you could leave a five-star rating and/or a short review. This helps us to reach more people and to keep producing more episodes. We love doing this, but it does cost money and take time, so we really appreciate all the support we can get from our awesome listeners. The Wild Podcast is produced by The Content Lab, content marketing, copywriting, and brand storytelling services for New Zealand businesses that want to build audiences and authority online. Visit contentlab.co.nz

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Listen in to Mark & Pili's EPIC (yes we said it!) adventure to New Zealand! Where they spent 2 weeks van-camping around the South Island of New Zealand. Mark highlights their destinations and travel experiences, beginning with the oceanside picturesque town of Akaroa, road trip took them to the iconic glaciers and stunning turquoise blue lakes surrounding the iconic Mount Cook, to the mind-blowing fjord cliffs and never-ending, breathtaking waterfalls of world-famous Milford Sound, And finally to the magical seaside town of Kaikoura. If there is any part of you that is considering an amazing New Zealand adventure you'll want to listen in to hear about Mark & Pili's bucket-list worthy experiences, and what they learned along the way, including many travel tips!

Die landschaftliche Vielfältigkeit Neuseelands ist kaum zu toppen. Nach ein paar Kilometern ist aus der grünen, hügeligen Landschaft ein Gebirge mit Gletscherseen geworden und plötzlich tauchen Fjordlandschaften oder wunderschöne Sandstrände auf. In dieser Folge erfährst du: (02:00) Highlights auf der Südinsel Neuseelands (3 Wochen) (03:20) Abel Tasman National Park (09:11) Highlights rund um den Lake Wanaka (11:00) Reisetipps zu Queenstown (15:00) Ausflug zum Milford Sound (19:20) Mount Cook und Umgebung (23:40) Christchurch (27:02) Optimizer-Tipps für einen Neuseeland Roadtrip Eine ausführliche Zusammenfassung, sowie eine interaktive Karte und eine Planungsliste zum Nachreisen findest du hier: https://www.traveloptimizer.de/neuseeland-roadtrip-4-wochen-camper/

Mark Gee joins Aaron to talk Southern Hemisphere Milky Way Photography in New Zealand! Giving us tips on stacking, capturing, composition and where to go in New Zealand! First we start off talking about the differences of capturing the Milky Way in the Southern Hemisphere right down to the timing of when to go out due to the Milky Way Core being too high in the sky at the beginning of the night. Then we move into some major capturing, stacking tips from Mark that are terrific tricks to bring the most out of your Milky Way Photography. Mark explains his "Good" image approach that includes the daytime scouting that is usually hard for most of us that can't leave to our location until after work and usually too late before sundown. What is Mark's MUST BRING for anyone coming to New Zealand for Milky Way? What are the reasons Mark loves the Great Barrier, Central Plateau, Cape Palliser, Mount Cook and why is Wellington the BEST CAPITOL of ANY COUNTRY IN THE WORLD? Find out now on the Photog Adventures Podcast! Lens Heater Option #1: https://amzn.to/35MVnk0 Lens Heater Option #2: https://amzn.to/2BloJbj WATCH MARK'S DAY TO NIGHT TO DAY TIMELAPSE HERE: http://bit.ly/2PajWBJ Follow Mark Gee: WEBSITE: http://theartofnight.com/ FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theArtOfNightPhotographyGroup/

Lydia is one of New Zealand's great mountaineers and climbers. She's the first woman to summit Mount Everest without oxygen, back in the 1988. She's since gone on to climb Everest another four times. She also completed the first female ascents of several climbing walls in California's Yosemite National Park, recently popularised in the award-winning film, Free Solo.We talk about Lydia's childhood and how a girl who hated sports developed a deep love for the mountains. We also go into her time in Yosemite, the time she almost died in an avalanche in India, and touch on the unfortunate controversy surrounding her first Everest ascent.Here a just a few of Lydia's achievements to date:- The first woman in the world to climb Everest without oxygen (1988)- Probably the first woman in the world to climb an "8000er" alpine-style (one push, bottom to summit) without oxygen (1987)- 7 first female ascents of "Big Walls" in Yosemite Valley, California (early 1980s)- One of three Kiwis to make the first NZ ascent of the world's 7th highest mountain, Dhaulagiri in Nepal (2017)If you're interested in learning more about Lydia you can grab a copy of her book, Going Up is Easy, here or here. You can follow Lydia on Instagram here.The Wild Podcast is produced by The Content Lab, content marketing, copywriting, and brand storytelling services for New Zealand businesses that want to build audiences and authority online. Visit contentlab.co.nzFollow The Wild Podcast on Instagram and Facebook.If you enjoyed this episode it would mean a lot to us if you could leave a five-star rating and/or a short review. This helps us to reach more people, to keep producing more episode, and to keep celebrating and telling the stories of high performers, modern explorers and our wild places.

Prominent New Zealand Mountaineer and double amputee Mark Inglis says you need to know what you're doing to tackle Mt Cook. There are currently considerable or high avalanche risks for many South Island mountains. Five climbers were caught in an avalanche on Gammack range, east of Mount Cook yesterday. One injured person was choppered to hospital with shoulder injuries... and everyone else was safe. Mark Inglis told Simon and Phil the conditions are always treacherous this time of year, and those climbing need to be very experienced. LISTEN ABOVE

New Zealand Adventures As we continue our exploration of the South Island of New Zealand, we bike to the popular adventure town of Wanaka, indulge in a free day of amazing adventures in Queenstown, kayak Milford Soundand hike the Routeburn Track, the Kepler Track, Mueller Ridge and check out Mount Cookfrom a sheep farm at Braemar Station.  If you missed New Zealand's South Island Part I,you can check it out here.   Links Mentioned on this Episode: New Zealand South Island Part I Adventure Travel Show Podcast   Bike Hawea to Wanaka We start by mountain biking a modest trail with a couple of steep inclines from Hawaeato Wanaka, second in adventure only to Queenstown in New Zealand.  The trail is a bloom with lupines and foxglove gone rogue.  It's a stunning site of pastel color washing the fields next to the trail.  We eventually make it to Wanaka Lake in time for lunch by the sea. The bike ride is vehicle supported allowing for flexibility in how long you hike (or even whether you hike).  We were lucky to have much of the trail to ourselves to enjoy the view of the lake with a backdrop of snow capped mountains. In total, we biked 24 km (15 mi) with an elevation gain of 80m/260'.   Queenstown THIS is the town for adrenaline junkies and adventures.  Queenstown has it ALL - they even invented bungee jumping.  If there is any kind of exciting activity, from jet boats, paragliding, luge runs, paddling, hiking, horseback riding and cycling, Queenstown has got it covered!   The charming harbor is loaded with restaurants and shops, so if you just want to people watch and eat, there's lots of places to chill.  This is a very walkable town, but you can grab a convenient bus that runs up and down the lake for a modest fee (or buy a pass). The mountains jut up from Lake Wanaka, the impressive lightning bolt shaped lake  that also frames The Remarkables, a mountain range that runs due north to south (it and the Rockies are the only ranges that do so).  Looking at them, you would think their beauty makes them remarkable, not just their positioning!   I was a guest of my affiliate adventure tour company, Active Adventures (similar name to ATA but a different company)for part of my month long adventure.  I had so much fun with them that I signed up for another week on my nickel - HIGHLY recommend!   Active Adventures, based in New Zealand, offers several adventure tours of their country, so you can find the right tour for your time and degree of fitness.  They even let my roommate Rachael join our group mid-tour and then I tagged along on the back half of their Kauri North Island adventure along with three others in my group.  Super easy to work with and they do an outstanding job of showcasing their amazing country!   Routeburn Track One of the most popular treks in New Zealand is the Routeburn track, which you can access near Queenstown en route to Milford Sound.   We hiked a 6km/3.7 mi section to Summit Keywith an elevation gain and loss of 450m/1475'.  I was glad I always carry my rain jacket and thermal jacket because I got to use both on this one hike and stayed comfortable.  It was misty in the forest before the climb to the alpine meadow on top of theseSouthern Alps, and once we were exposed, it became chilly.  What a beautiful view we had - the pictures don't do it justice of course (see the photo where guidesLianaand MJphoto bombed).   Milford Sound On the way to Milford Sound, you go through the famous Homer Tunnel.  As we approached the tunnel, Liana explained that the walls are the original pick axed and dynamited granite, so you don't see any man-made structure sheething the glistening walls along the 3/4 mile tunnel.  It took them 19 years to build it! We stopped to take a peek before we entered the tunnel and were greeted by the friendly Kea birds, their cold tolerant native parrot. This tunnel is the only access to popular Milford Sound, which is actually a fjord, not a sound, as are the other dozen or so fjords.  Once the error was realized, rather than changing the name, the Kiwis simply renamed the area"Fjordland National Park". Once our eyes adjusted to the light inside, Liana told us to close our eyes until she said to open them.  She was playing dramatic background music, and as it built to a crescendo, she said "NOW!" and when we opened our eyes, we were treated to MASSIVE granite peaks jutting from the valley, all awash with waterfalls from the recent rains. There are only two lodges at Milford Sound, so most visitors have to catch a bus between 3-5am to make the 4 hour journey where they take a quick boat tour and the bus back to Queenstown.  We were lucky that Active got us in the lodgeso we weren't rushed and got to spend much more time there.  And instead of just taking a boat tour, we kayaked the Sound. The winds were too high for us to go out too far, so ended up in this cool cove called the Devil's Den(see eerie photo below).  At one point we banded together as a group on the water for stability. Our guide was sharp and suggested we return early. Another group had a boat bring them back in. I wish we had also taken the boat tour, as this would be my only change from my three weeks touring with Active.   Hike Mueller Ridge and/or Hooker Valley Glacial Lakes On our way to Braemer Station, the historic sheep farm where we stayed (in the shearer's shed), we were lucky enough to see the full view of Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak at over 12,000'.  Little did I know that when I laid on my bed the next two nights, I would see Mount Cook just by gazing out the window! This sunset shot was taken with my iPhone one night and is not retouched! It was incredible!!! In the morning, we went to Mt Cook National Parkand then most of us chose to hike up toward Mueller Ridgewith over 2000 steps - yes REAL steps up over 500 m!  Difficult, yes, but once on top, you get an unparalleled panoramic view of New Zealand's highest peaks, glaciers and glacial lakes. The photo of the FREE Travel Planners of my roommate Racheal at the top. If you don't want to hike up that steep mountain, then you have the option of hiking to the Hooker Valley Glacial Lakes.  This was very crowded, and I would encourage you to train to hike up the steps. The view was fantastic!   Active Adventures New Zealand Adventure Tour I loved my "Rimu" two week South Island adventure tour with Active Adventures!  We did a ton of hiking, we kayaked and mountain biked and got a full tour of the island with fun guides Liana and MJ, who not only helped us to understand the history and stories of the island, but also kept us well fed and comfortable.  A less rigorous tour Active offers is the "Kiwi". In order to see the South Island, you necessarily spend a fair amount of time on the van, but Active made sure to break up the drives with hikes or village visits.  And the thing about New Zealand is, they have NO UGLY scenery! It is as varied and beautiful as any country I've seen. You can be hiking in a temperate rain forest yet see glaciers up above.  I thought Active wouldn't be able to top the South Island, but next up, you'll find they do when I head with some of my group on the back end of the "Kauri" tour of the North Island. Wherever you travel, please use my links.  Many are affiliate links --and  at no additional cost ot you-- are a way to help support the program and keep the show ad free.  Thanks!

On today's episode of Mental Strength Conversations we have out first ever guest on the show, Kelly Sutherland returning to talk about her first multi-day Ultra Run - the Alps to Ocean.  The Alps to Ocean covers 320kms over six days running from the base of New Zealand’s highest mountain, Mount Cook, to the East Coast town of Oamaru.   As a seasoned Ultra Runner, Kelly has done a tonne of one day events but this was her first foray into the staged challenges... which even she wasn't sure how she'd go later in the event.   Kelly talks about her preparation before the race and how she took each and every day. She talks about how she used other runners to support her, how the decisions she made weren't always rational and logical, how she managed her mindset throughout the later stages of the event, plus her mum's surprising reaction from the sidelines as Kelly ran past looking for moral support.    There is a darker side to running events like the Alps to Ocean, including pushing through mental and physical pain, and Kelly shares her own journey through that, including sharing a revelation she's had about how she deals with mental challenges using perspective to give her situation some   Today's episode is a exciting insight into managing both your physical and mental strength over long-term event. And it's inspirational to get a sense for what you can achieve if you're prepared to just keep going. Even if, as Kelly says, you're a disaster and you really don't want to.    And what Kelly thinks she can achieve next is counter-intuitive yet inspirational.   Enjoy today's episode of Mental Strength Conversations with Kelly Sutherland.

Du hörst: Ausgabe #027 von ASK A BACKPACKER. Heute mit der Frage: "Wie war es in Neuseeland?". Unser letztes Land - und unsere längste Episode bisher! :-) Moderation: David & Lisa Aufgezeichnet in: Hamburg, Deutschland Shownotes für Ausgabe #027: - Frage der Folge: Wie war es in Neuseeland? - Auckland: Anreise per Flugzeug, City YHA, Free Walking Tour, Inseln vor der Stadt, Mietwagen von Jucy Rentals - Paihia: Pickled Parrot Hostel, Bay of Islands, Cape Reinga - Rotorua: Funky Green Voyager, kostenloser Park mit heißen Quellen, Maori Dorf Ohinematu - Ohakune: LKNZ Lodge, Tongariro Crossing nach Mordor - Hamilton: Hamilton East Homestay, Tagesausflug zum Surferstrand Raglan - Wellington: Anreise per Intercity Nachtbus mit Gold Seats, YHA, Seilbahn, Hafen - Südinsel: Anreise mit Bluebridge Fähre nach Picton - Christchurch: Anreise mit Intercity Bus, Kiwi Basecamp Backpackers mit frisch gebackenem Brot, Mietwagen von Snap Rentals - Kaikoura: Albatross Backpacker Inn, Robbenkolonie - Rarangi: Camping, Strand, Glowworms - Portage: Camping am See, Achtung bei Reiseüberkeit - Motueka: Hatrick Lodge, Abel Tasman Nationalpark - Lyell: Camping, ehemalige Goldgräberstadt - Westport: Bazils Surf Hostel, Surf Kurse - Hokitika: Mountain Jade Backpackers, Green Stone, Kunstfestival am Strand - Franz Josef und Fox Glacier: Camping, Sandflies, Wanderrouten zu den Gletschern - Wanaka: Wanaka Bakpaka, Wanderung zum Roys Peak Instagram Point - Queenstown: Extremsportarten, Party, sehr touristisch - Te Anau: YHA, Tagestour zum Milford Sound mit Southern Discovery - Dunedin: Holiday Park, Altstadt - Oamaru: Rosies Place, Yellow Eyed und Blue Penguins - Ben Ohau: Camping, Mount Cook, Hooker Valley Track - Pigeon Bay: AirBnB Wohnwagen von Fiona, Halbinsel vor Christchurch - Christchurch: Jucy Snooze mit Free Food und Free Stuff, Mietwagen Abgabe - Bangkok: Als Zwischenstopp um den Jetlag zu minimieren, gut und günstig zu essen und einzukaufen Wenn es dir gefallen hat: Erzähle es gerne deinen Freunden oder bewerte uns bei Apple Podcasts. Vielen Dank! Website: https://backpackerpodcast.de/

What can we learn from a man who has climbed the highest mountain on each the seven continents at the first time of asking!? We will hear the story of being help up by local tribes in Indonesia, hanging upside down facing death on Mount Cook and standing on the top of the world as the highest man alive.

Back in Episode 2 of the podcast we chatted to skier, mountain guide and climber Tom Grant. At that time he was on a high having just made the first ski descent of the Caroline Face on Mount Cook in New Zealand. However, a few weeks after we spoke to him he tore his anterior cruciate ligament, putting him on the sidelines long term. We wanted to know what coming back from a big injury is like, and what advice he'd have for someone who found themselves in a similar predicament.

Tourism is on fire; therefore, you’d think it was a good job prospect.Well, apparently that's not the case which is why moves are afoot to attract more young people into tourism jobs.Tourism is the country's biggest export earner, bringing in over $14 billion a year, but that could be under threat. Because with all the investment and hotels on the go, there's not enough young people into it.36,000 extra tourism workers are needed by 2025. But the Tourism Industry has done some research and found that young people perceived tourism as "low-wage" and a subject for "drop outs".This is another example of young people being stupid and parents being guilty of not exploring opportunities.In the 90s, I lived in the South of France working on an English language radio station. Yes, it was as good as it sounds. One day in a bar in Cannes I met an apprentice hotel manager. He had been studying in London for three years and was now working as an intern. He was front of house at the Carlton, which was like the place on the Croisette. He was loving it. The day before he'd checked in Lenny Kravitz. His food and accommodation was paid for and his wage was going straight into the bank. Four months later he was off for a six month stint in St Moritz.As he told me, he was learning to run very complex operations with very big budgets and a lot of moving human parts. It was excellent training for a number of businesses and when he was tired of the fun he felt that the skills would be very easy to transfer.25 years later, I took my oldest boy to a careers evening. There was a hotel management course guy there and out of all the stands his was the least visited. So knowing that this is a great career I asked him why no-one was talking to him. He said the parents told the kids that hotel management was a job for losers. I tried to get my boy interested but Chemistry had a hold of him.Well, the only losers in all this are the parents. Hotel management is a tough gig but with benefits. It was fascinating last year to spend a night at the Hermitage at Mount Cook. Nearly all the staff were immigrants. People from other countries who realise the opportunity in ours. But we met one Kiwi who was having the time of his life. Earning good money, living in paradise. On his days off he skied. He proudly told me he'd skied every field in the South Island.The hotel building boom in this country is astounding and they need people, so go for it. Hotel management is probably the world's most transferable qualification. Choose any town and you'll find a job. Yes, tourism has a lot of low level jobs but even they have incredible opportunities for anyone with an eye for the chance.I have no idea why tourism has been painted with the loser brush. Making money for making people happy on holiday seems to me to be a real winner. All I hope is a new generation gets it and doesn't listen to the older generation with no imagination.

Have you wanted to visit the land of Hobbits and kiwis? Maybe bungee jump off a cliff or take a jet boat down a river? This week we chat with Australian Melissa Delaware from Thrifty Family Travels about how to plan a two-week family vacation to the South Island of New Zealand.   ON THE PODCAST 00:30 - Talking with Tamara about her Florida Trip 03:33 - Upcoming trip to DC 06:35 - Kim’s upcoming cruise 08:48 - New Zealand 09:57 - Talking with Melissa 13:03 - Melissa’s recent trip 13:55 - How long to spend in New Zealand 14:36 - Weather in New Zealand 16:25 - Where to go 17:38 - Flights onto the Islands 19:14 - Road Tripping the South Island 24:03 - Beautiful gorge and glaciers 29:45 - Queenstown 32:52 - Milford sound 35:18 - Mount Cook 36:57 - Wildlife 38:05 - Best age to go 39:40 - Budgeting tips 42:15 - Driving in New Zealand 43:30 - What to pack in the summer 45:38 - Favorite place to take a family photo 46:13 - Favorite travel gear 47:43 - Melissa’s upcoming trip to Asia 48:41 - Review and Shout Out!! ABOUT MELISSA DELAWARE Melissa is the creator and writer for the Thrifty Family Travels website; which details her family’s travels both locally and across the globe. Together they travel the world, experience new cultures, indulge in local delicacies, and explore every corner of our beautiful earth, navigating their way around the world. Thrifty Family Travels hope to inspire other families to travel and to show them all the fantastic places the world has to explore. Follow Melissa on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. NEW ZEALAND TRAVEL TIPS On a map New Zealand may seem on the small side but there are actually a lot of places to see. When planning a trip it is recommended to spend at least two weeks in New Zealand and pick either the North or South Island as two weeks isn't enough time to fully explore both. Most visitors will go to the South Island. Summer goes from December to February It usually starts snowing in June or July so if you are looking for a summer vacation spot New Zealand, is the opposite seasons as the US. The warmer months are between October and April. If you road trip the south island of New Zealand it is shaped so that you can basically drive in a circle to explore the island. If you are one that wants to explore the locations where the Lord of the Rings movies were filmed, there are different sets scattered around the South Island. But keep in mind that you will not find Hobbiton on the South island but on the North island in Matamata. Dunedin is known for its wildlife. So you really want to get up close with some animals like penguins, seals, or sea lions, this should be a location you have on your to do list when visiting New Zealand. BEST PLACE TO TAKE FAMILY PHOTO Melissa loved visiting the Karangahake Gorge and recommends taking a family photo in front of it. The contrasting colors of the water and the greenery make for a beautiful backdrop. But you can also pull over on the side of the road and take a beautiful photo anywhere along the trip. FAVORITE TRAVEL GEAR Melissa loves to wear Merrell sandals, which are very comfortable to wear around for hiking or even in the city and to dinner. FOLLOW US AND SPREAD THE WORD! If you liked this show, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, or Google Play and leave us a review! Have a question or comment? Send us an email or leave us a voicemail at +1.641.715.3900, ext. 926035#  You can also follow our travels on Stuffed Suitcase and We3Travel, or follow the Vacation Mavens on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. Thanks for listening!

Most people think that skiing is a pretty safe sport, where a broken leg is as bad as it gets. Think again - Tom Grant skis mountain sides so steep that a fall would be fatal and where avalanches and falling rocks are an everyday concern. In October 2017 he made the first ski descent of the 2000 metre high Caroline Face on Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak, as he continues to push the boundaries and pursue mastery of his passion.

Experience a Glow Worm Cave in New Zealand via Black Water Rafting Experiences You Should Have Podcast That's right, I said black water rafting in a glow worm cave in New Zealand. This is not white water rafting, and you're not in a raft, I know the name is deceiving. But you can experience rappelling (or abseiling as New Zealanders and Europeans call it) into a glow worm cave, then zip-lining in the cave as you see glow worms whizzing past you. The adventure does not end there. You then jump off a 15-foot cliff into the water, in the cave. The water temperature is 10-14°C / 50-57°F, but you do wear a padded wetsuit. At the end of the tour, you get to free climb up a waterfall. How's that for adventure?! Christine Pham paints the picture beautifully and explains the full experience in this episode. (Christine is actually trying to become the Chief Experience Officer for Cancun, you can vote for her here). Glow Worm Facts A glow worm is in its glow worm cave for 9-10 months and it lives for about a year. It then lives in a cocoon for 2-3 weeks. These fungus gnats make love then the female will lay its eggs then die. How's that for a life? Glow worms are actual carnivores and cannibals. Glow worms are in the cave year round but the summertime (in New Zealand) has the most hatched glow worms. There are more glow worms during this time, but you can go anytime in the year and see glow worms. Logistics for the Glow Worm Black Water Rafting Adventure The cost for this black abyss tour is about 250 NZ dollars (175 US Dollars). You spend 2.5-3 hours in the cave Restrictions - Come as a complete newbie, don't need skills at all. You need to be 16 years old and at least 45 KG. Walking - You do walk a fair amount, about 200 meters, but it seems longer because you are walking in water and over rocks. Where Can You Do It? In this podcast episode, Christine talked about the Black Abyss Adventure tour and you can book this black water rafting tour here. The Black Labrinth Tour - Another Glow Worm Tour for Ages 12 and Up There are other adventure tours available. The Black Labyrinth glow worm tour does not require harnesses and you get to jump off waterfalls and enjoy glow worms floating in the dark. You need be at least 12 years old for this tour and at least 45 kg or 99 lbs. New Zealand Glow Worm Walking Tours There is also a walking tour available where you experience the spirituality of the cave with a small group and you walk on suspended walkways above the water channel so you can see more formations that the wet tours don't experience. The max amount of people for the walking tour is 18 people. There is also the Waitomo Glow Worms Caves which are more widely known. Groups have up to 50 people and these tours are great for families and elderly. Wheelchair Friendly Glow Worm Cave Tours If you are looking for a wheelchair or ADA friendly glow worm cave, the Ruakuri Cave is your best bet. The Ruakuri cave is the only wheelchair accessible cave in the southern hemisphere. An adult ticket is about 75 New Zealand Dollars which is about $55 dollars in US currency. Other Unique New Zealand Adventures You Must Experience Hobbiton is an amazing experience you should check out when in the area, which is where Lord of the Rings was filmed. Also, check out Kaitiaki and Rotorua white water rafting if you love adventure tours. You go over the world's largest waterfall that commercial rafts can go over. This is an adventure you shouldn't miss! If you do go to New Zealand, definitely check out the South Island and drive through Mount Cook and spend a day or two at Queenstown. You can go jet boating, white water rafting, skydiving and Milfred Sound is absolutely stunning. New Zealand Tipping and Food Tipping is not customary in New Zealand and is never expected. Surprisingly New Zealand has amazing Indian food What is the closest major airport to the Glow Worm Caves?

Today I chat with Grant Rawlinson, better known as Axe. Axe is what you would define as an adventurer, specifically a human powered adventurer. He has taken part in multiple human powered adventures, from Getting from the Summit of Mount Ruapehu to the summit of Mount Cook in three weeks. Climbing Mount Everest, twice among many others. His current adventure is called rowing from home to home, where he is rowing from his home in Singapore, to his birthplace of New Zealand, with a significant cycle through Australia on the way. His stories of adventure are epic, but what is even more epic is the insight he has gleaned from them. I enjoy his approach to risk mitigation, his concepts around preparation, and how he identifies what he wants to go after. Topics we chat through in the show include; + The reason he moved from New Zealand to Singapore + The pull of adventure + Playing in the Hong Kong sevens + Following curiosity until it turns into passion + The importance of planning + Grant's approach to risk management + Attempting to climb Mount Everest and the lessons learned + Traversing from the top of Mt Ruapehu to the top of Mt Cook purely under human power + His current adventure rowing and cycling from Singapore to New Zealand + And of course - getting uncomfortable +     Guest: Grant "Axe" Rawlinson https://axeoneverest.com/ Grant Facebook From Peak to Peak Grant Twitter Grant Instagram Host: Chris Desmond UIOK Instagram UIOK Facebook Twitter Support the show on Patreon  

For many people, Dean Hall is synonymous with 2012’s free zombie mod, DayZ, which he created for Bohemia Interactive’s ARMA 2 while serving in the armed forces. The startling popularity of that mod led to it being officially acquired by Bohemia and to Hall himself working at the Czech Republic-based development studio on the standalone version of DayZ for two years, before leaving to found his own company in his native New Zealand.   RocketWerkz has since released Out of Ammo, co-developed abandoned title, Ion, and is now working on numerous other projects, including space-station simulation, Stationeers. Known for his outspoken and candid approach to discussing his work, his history and his experiences in the games industry, Dean Hall is also a keen mountaineer who has climbed Mount Cook and Mount Everest. Here, he talks about drawing on his life experiences to help inform his design philosophy, his undiminished desire to tinker with other people’s games and how forums and bulletin boards can sometimes offer surprisingly profound revelations. Brought to you by the writers and creators of Independent By Design: Art & Stories of Indie Game Creation, the Indie By Design Podcast (IBD) is the show that goes behind the scenes to explore the world of game design and game designers. Visit us at indiebydesign.net - Twitter: @indiebydesign - Facebook/independentbydesign Music by Ben Prunty.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For many people, Dean Hall is synonymous with 2012's free zombie mod, DayZ, which he created for Bohemia Interactive's ARMA 2 while serving in the armed forces. The startling popularity of that mod led to it being officially acquired by Bohemia and to Hall himself working at the Czech Republic-based development studio on the standalone version of DayZ for two years, before leaving to found his own company in his native New Zealand.   RocketWerkz has since released Out of Ammo, co-developed abandoned title, Ion, and is now working on numerous other projects, including space-station simulation, Stationeers. Known for his outspoken and candid approach to discussing his work, his history and his experiences in the games industry, Dean Hall is also a keen mountaineer who has climbed Mount Cook and Mount Everest. Here, he talks about drawing on his life experiences to help inform his design philosophy, his undiminished desire to tinker with other people's games and how forums and bulletin boards can sometimes offer surprisingly profound revelations. Brought to you by the writers and creators of Independent By Design: Art & Stories of Indie Game Creation, the Indie By Design Podcast (IBD) is the show that goes behind the scenes to explore the world of game design and game designers. Visit us at indiebydesign.net - Twitter: @indiebydesign - Facebook/independentbydesign Music by Ben Prunty.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wellington artist Sheyne Tuffery talks about what it was like creating the massive new mural in Mt. Cook.