Resource Directory
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MOTAT (Museum of Transport and Technology)
MOTAT is New Zealand’s largest transport, technology and social history museum. Within 40 acres, MOTAT will take you on an interactive journey to explore and discover the achievements that have helped shape New Zealand. MOTAT houses an extensive collection of objects telling stories about New Zealand aviation, printing, rail, road transport, steam, telecommunications and trams. …
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Pleasant Point Museum & Railway
Want something different to do, WHY NOT visit The Pleasant Point Museum & Railway, 19kms west of Timaru. It’s the place where 1000’s of happy visitors come back year after year for a truly great experience. WHY, it’s affordable, a welcoming fun place run entirely by friendly volunteers. History comes alive with high quality exhibits, …
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Auckland Dockline Tram
A romantic vintage form of transport has returned to Auckland after some 55 years, offering a classic travel experience around the exciting Wynyard Quarter. It’s a journey of vibrant experiences featuring parks, plazas, restaurants, cafes, events, markets, shops and super yachts all in close proximity. There are two Trams which make four stops and take …
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Black Cat Cruises
Depart the charming historic French township of Akaroa, just 90 minutes from Christchurch, aboard the large modern catamaran, Black Cat, into the sweeping scenic splendour of Akaroa Harbour. Enjoy your skipper’s fascinating commentary as you discover playful, rare New Zealand Hector’s dolphins, fur seals, penguins and many other kinds of sea birds. Visit the startling …
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Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
The ideal place to visit with children to hand feed the animals, go on a Lemur Encounter, or even be a Junior Keeper for the day! From farmyard animals to monkeys and gibbons. A fantastic place for Childrens Birthday Parties. Picnics in the farmyard or donkey rides on weekends and school holidays. An Annual Pass …
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Orana Park, Christchurch – NZs only open range zoo.
Hand feed Giraffe, see Tigers, meet Rhinos, Kiwis, reptiles and more. Visitors can pat friendly domestic animals in the Farmyard. Open from 10.00am – 5.00pm daily (closed Christmas Day).
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Glacier Hot Pools
Relaxing under nature’s leafy canopy at The Glacier Hot Pools is a wonderfully rejuvenating experience to be enjoyed all year round.
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Colonial Cottage Museum
Step back in time and tour Wellington’s oldest original cottage and garden to experience family life in colonial Wellington. Original 1850′s furniture, objects and wallpaper remain in the cottage with careful restoration showcasing the construction techniques and materials of the era. Entry: adults $8, children $4 (under 5 free).Open weekends 12 noon to 4pm or …
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Ferrymead Heritage Park
Early 1900s Christchurch township, technology park, transport and other museums. Trams run every weekend, during school holidays and on Event Days. Steam trains run the First Sunday of every month, every Summer Sunday (Dec, Jan, Feb) and on Event Days. See website for event information. Adult $15, Concession $12, Child $5, Under 5s Free, Annual …
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Alpine Springs, Spa & Winter Park
Three Hot Pools, 3 room Day Spa, International sized Ice Rink, 100m Snow Tubing Park & licensed Cafe.
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