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New Zealand's North Island - Taranaki & Whanganui
Taranaki (aka ‘the ‘Naki’) is the Texas of New Zealand: oil and gas stream in from offshore rigs, plumping the region with enviable affluence. New Plymouth is the regional hub, home to excellent art galleries and dining hot spots.
- hike up or around the massive cone of Mt Taranaki
- flex your All Blacks spirit in Palmerston North at the New Zealand Rugby Museum
- ride big breaks along Surf Highway 45
Coverage includes: New Plymouth & Around, Mt Taranaki & Around, Surf Highway 45, Whanganui, Whanganui National Park, Palmerston North & Around.
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New Zealand's North Island - Taranaki & Whanganui
Taranaki (aka ‘the ‘Naki’) is the Texas of New Zealand: oil and gas stream in from offshore rigs, plumping the region with enviable affluence. New Plymouth is the regional hub, home to excellent art galleries and dining hot spots.
- hike up or around the massive cone of Mt Taranaki
- flex your All Blacks spirit in Palmerston North at the New Zealand Rugby Museum
- ride big breaks along Surf Highway 45
Coverage includes: New Plymouth & Around, Mt Taranaki & Around, Surf Highway 45, Whanganui, Whanganui National Park, Palmerston North & Around.
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