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Air travel to New Zealand from Australia will soon be augmented with a new service. Rotorua industry, retailers, tourism and travel operators prepare for touchdown.

Despite its stench, Rotorua, New Zealand remains popular with travelers wishing to witness the area's colorful geothermal landscape and experience the Maori culture.

Rotorua's 26 kilometres of walking tracks are broken into sections. Whether seeking an easy stroll or energetic hike, walkers will not have to venture far from the city.

Trans-Tasman travel between two major Australasian tourist destinations will be made easy with twice-weekly Rotorua-Sydney flights. The service begins in December 2009.

Travel in New Zealand shouldn't be limited to the summer months. Rotorua is a premier tourist destination in the North Island, and is fabulous to visit in the spring.

Geothermal activity, historical attractions and walking trails are just some of the free things to see and do when you visit Rotorua in New Zealand's North Island.

The Redwood Forest is only minutes away from Rotorua CBD. Walking trails are well maintained and sign-posted, and suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.

After days of chilly temperatures and relentless rain the sun came out today for the funeral of Sir Howard Morrison. Mourners lined Rotorua streets to bid farewell.

Rotorua, New Zealand is the perfect town for a stress-free weekend. Lounging in a naturally heated pool, or cuddling with a lion cub - there's something for everyone.

For more than 100 years thermal bathing has attracted tourists to Rotorua. The Government Gardens were developed to complement the original hospital and mineral baths.

A New Zealand adventure holiday can be a life-changing experience. Adventure packages easily accessible from Rotorua include tandem skydiving and whitewater rafting.

Accessible public art tells stories from the Volcanic Heartland. Traditional and contemporary artworks reflect the soul of Rotorua's vibrant arts and cultural community.

Lake Rotorua lies nestled in the basin of an extinct volcano. Rotorua's rich Maori heritage and volcanic past can be enjoyed on an easy walk along the lakefront.

Bubbling mud pools are a feature of the Rotorua landscape. A sulphurous odour permeates the atmosphere and steam rises from many earth fissures in this unique city.

Rotorua artist Janet Keen found inspiration for her mosaic garden in an unlikely place. A visit to public conveniences led her to create her living work of art.

Free activities for families are easy to find in Rotorua New Zealand. Kuirau Park provides a colourful children's playground, a fresh food market and bubbling mud pools.

Whether it's the rapids and Tutea Falls on the Kaituna River, rubber balls at the Agrodome or a skydive simulator, there's an adrenalin rush for everyone.

In Rotorua, New Zealand, you can get up to all manner of fearsome adrenalin and adventure activities. Luging downhill in a kart is just one of them.

Each year around 100,000 trout are hatched at the Ngongotaha Hatchery in Rotorua. These fish are then released to provide new stock for trout fishing in New Zealand.

New Zealand is the world's youngest country. It is home to prehistoric lizards, flightless birds and the more recently introduced brown and rainbow trout.

Skyline Skyrides on Mt Ngongotaha is an activity worth including in any tourist diary. The range of experiences suit any age group and the views are unforgettable.

Sir Howard Morrison, KBE, OBE, one of New Zealand's best loved sons, died yesterday, aged 74. Sir Howard succumbed to a heart attack at his home at Ohinemutu.

Geothermal activity, geysers, hot springs, volcanic rock, Whakarewarewa, Pohutu, Maori culture, a hangi and jetboating... all in NZ's adventure hot spot.

There are swings, and then there are swings. The Swoop at the Agrodome in Rotorua, New Zealand is sure to get the adrenalin going for those who like extreme adventure.

To maximise the New Zealand travel experience, try exiting the busiest highways. SH 30 offers forests, river trails, farmlands, and a whisper of old New Zealand.

Rotorua NZ is a great place for family holidays. The grounds of the Ngongotaha Trout Hatchery provide a tranquil spot for picnics and streamside walks without entry fee.

New Zealand has many possibilities for a different kind of wedding. This bride and groom chose an amphibious vehicle, a luge ride to the reception and outdoor vows.

NZ rivers present exhilarating opportunities for extreme travel adventures. Don a wetsuit, lifejacket and helmet and experience the thrill of whitewater action.

Winter breaks in the Southern Hemisphere needn't be frosty. Take your choice of a fabulous winter festival, invigorating outdoor adventures or a sensuous spa and massage.

New Zealand attracts all kinds of tourism - from luxury travel to student backpacking. Find the best places to vacation in the beautiful North Island.

Layla Robinson ensured she was well informed when she opened her new business. She constructed a business plan that included more factors than just the financials.

The colors of New Zealand are a delight to the senses. Clarity of light intensifies the hues of natural earth forms, verdant rural valleys and jewel-like waterways.

New Zealand's Corrugated Capital makes an energising shopping or coffee break. Boutiques, gift shops and cafés are crowned by Tirau's landmark corrugated iron signage.

The major centres of Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch have the lion's share of matches but ten other New Zealand cities will also host Rugby World Cup 2011 matches.

Rangitoto and Kapiti Islands, havens of unique flora and rare birds, are examples of more than 800 offshore islands that offer rich experiences to visitors.

Helping out at harvest time in New Zealand is a great way for seniors to finance their travels. These "grey nomads" are sought after employees for seasonal work.

From five-star hotels to comfy bed and breakfasts, New Zealand has accommodation for all. Adventure tourism and leisurely activities cater for all ages and abilities.

From the tranquility of Firodlands to the bustling cities of Auckland & Wellington, New Zealand - known as the adventure capital of the world, has something for everyone

Neither lions nor trout are native to NZ but they are at home in the surroundings of this Rotorua nature park. Pools are fed by pure water bubbling from a natural spring.

Hiring temporary workers can be an office manager's nightmare. It is crucial to find win-win solutions when temporary office staff are recruited during shortages.

No capital city is further south than Wellington in New Zealand. Here are some facts and information about Te Papa, the harbour, Maori history and more.

Travel to New Zealand, Land of the Long White Cloud, to tour a panorama of crystal clear lakes, snow-capped mountains, magnificent ski slopes and unspoiled wilderness

During North American winters, many vacationers travel to warmer climes to escape from the cold weather. Read about the best winter getaways in the Asia-Pacific.

Levelled by an earthquake in 1931 Napier was rebuilt in the architectural style of the time. Napier's blend of Art Deco and coastal chic lends the city a unique charm.

Make the most of the New Zealand travel experience by exiting well-travelled highways. SH 30 offers scenic forests, lush farmlands and a hint of old-time New Zealand.

Taupo may be a geothermal wonderland and one of New Zealand's adrenaline capitals, but water is undeniably its greatest resource and major tourist attraction.

Diving off a 134-metre-high platform might not be every traveler's activity of choice. But bungying also suits those who prefer the safety net of a controlled adventure.

December is early summer in New Zealand. It's not always sunny but for many people Christmas dinner means a barbecue at the beach, a Maori hangi or a lakeside picnic.