You can't help but wonder about the stories behind the unusual buildings you see around New Zealand - from cute colonial cottages to abandoned industrial buildings or ghost towns. Nicola McCloy went looking to find out ... who lived there? From basic stone cottages in barren-looking countryside to...
Travel writer Peter Janssen has travelled extensively around the North and South Island and here he shares special quirky experiences and sublime scenery that are known to locals but are most often bypassed by visitors heading to better-known attractions. Avoid the mass of tourists and stroll empty...
Encounter New Zealand's amazing array of wildlife in this award-winning illustrated companion volume to Aotearoa- The New Zealand Story A spectacular illustrated picture book exploring New Zealand's unique landscapes and its incredible wildlife by the author of Aotearoa- The New Zealand Story....
An inspirational memoir from the authors of Every Bastard Says No about the peaks and troughs of a life in the high country In 2017 the Ross family left behind their inner-city lives in Auckland and their successful vodka business, 42 Below, to follow their dreams of a life on the land. Risk-takers...
The accessible and fun guide for everyday Kiwis looking to learn and speak the Maori language around the home. Kei hea o pūtu whutuporo? Where are your rugby boots? Homai te ranu tomato Pass me the tomato sauce Kei te pēhea te huarere i tēnei ra? How is the weather today? Kei hea to mahi kainga?...
. Celebrating the 20th birthday of the hugely successful and well respected Ripe Deli team. . Fabulous photography by Sophie Merkens (author of Grow - Wahine Finding Connection Through Food - Beatnik 2022) . As well as the usual great recipes, this book addresses the issues of sustainability and...
The moa were the most unusual and unique family of birds that ever lived, a clan of feathered monsters that developed in isolation for many, many millions of years. They became extinct reasonably quickly after the arrival of the Maori, and were a distant memory by the time European explorers...
Sustainability enthusiast and climate activist Sam Bentley shares details on the hopeful developments combatting the effects of climate change, while giving readers actionable steps to help play their part. If you feel like climate change and the state of our planet just keeps getting worse and...
An illuminating tour through the native sea creatures of Aotearoa, by the bestselling author of The Meaning of Trees Secrets of the Sea is a fascinating introduction to New Zealand's fish and shellfish, weaving together history, biology and culture to reveal how these unique and intriguing...
From Vincents to Moto Guzzis and the legendary Britten to the BSA Goldstar 350, Kiwi Bikers captures the love affair New Zealanders have with motorcycles. From north to south and from veteran bikes to the latest high performers, this book showcases 85 incredible motorbikes and their passionate...
This book is for people who enjoy driving and exploring the stories of our back roads, but most of all it is for people who love New Zealand, whether they choose to do it from behind the wheel of their SUV or the comfort of their sofa. Stories from our Backroads: South lsland will introduce you to...
Complete coverage for your Holden Commodore VE & VF 2006-2017 Sedan, wagon, utility. V6: 3.0 litre (LF1, LFW), 3.6 litre (LE0, LY7, LLT, LFX). V8: 6.0 litre (L98, LS2, L76, L77), 6.2 litre (LS3)
Less than a thousand years of human occupation have massively altered Aotearoa. In this fascinating work, cultural historian Richard Wolfe explores how and why settlers have impacted on nature and what this means for our future. Footprints on the Land is a timely review of the human place in our...
Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions; climate is the weather of a region averaged over a long period. In this info-packed addition to The NZ Series, Sandra Carrod explores the main elements of New Zealand's climate and weather in global, regional and local terms. Weather and Climate...
The must-read book on what New Zealand's changing climate means for our everyday lives A warmer world will change more than just our weather patterns. It will change the look of the land around us, what grows and lives on it - including us. In this must-read book, Professor James Renwick untangles...
Can you tell a skink from a gecko? Is that a kea or a kaka? Can you spot the difference between a northern rata and a pohutukawa? This “101 Guide” is designed to help readers better understand New Zealand's natural history. Written in a straightforward style, Danenhauer explains why the country is...
There was a time when every New Zealander either owned a Ford Cortina or had a parent, sister, brother, grandparent or friend who did. While we can't claim these hugely popular cars as our own, the Cortina's place in New Zealand motoring history makes it something of a Kiwi cultural icon. This book...
A love letter to Mother Earth and entertaining must-read that goes to the heart of our survival Charles Massy, author of Call of the Reed Warbler. Perfect for fans of Wilding by Isabella Tree. What we do to the soil, we do to ourselves. Soil is the unlikely story of our most maligned resource as...
Many New Zealanders do not realise that New Zealand is home to one of the most significant collections of World War One aircraft in the world. This is the work of Sir Peter Jackson's company The Vintage Aviator, who restore and build replicas and reproductions of Great War aircraft from their...
A stunning illustrated memoir of one man's journey across New Zealand's stunning yet challenging Te Araroa Trail. This book documents Voors' adventurous hike across New Zealand's infamous Te Araroa Trail. First, he is alone, but soon meets two women who become his travelling companions and the...