Words: Luke Robertson - Shortjaw Brewery My memories of growing up in Westport are filled with the outdoors. Swimming in tide-pools and oceans,...

Since 1980, Janet Bathgate has been a self-employed contract designer, collaboratively creating in-situ interpretation panels, orientation signs and...

We see and hear birds in our gardens, and when out in nature, but a number of the fascinating creatures also find their way across the globe. For...

Once complete, there will be many aspects of the Kawatiri Coastal Trail which are considered to be exceptional and one of a kind. However possibly...

The first meeting to discuss a proposed cycling and walking trail was held in 2015, with a further 7 years vision and commitment by many to see the...

Martin Wilson is Managing Director of Abseil Access, a company he started 30 years ago. With offices in Wellington, Christchurch, Nelson and New...

Many of us incorporate cycling in our everyday journeys, for transport, leisure, and exercise. Historically cycle trails have been designed around...

Inger Perkins has two connections to the Kawatiri Coastal Trail. Firstly, as Regional Field Advisor for Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa Outdoor Access...

Project Ecologist for the Kawatiri Coastal Trail, Richard Nichol has been involved since the very early, feasibility assessment stage of the project...

Whilst most of us enjoy a little alone time, biking or walking with others comes with multiple benefits. Our motivation to get outdoors can lessen...

It’s never too late to ride a bike… Regardless of age, fitness, or the list of aches and pains, most people can enjoy the freedom, fun and health...

Diane and Lyndon Chandler from Nelson, New Zealand are avid explorers and ‘soft’ adventurers (their words not ours!). The fun seeking duo recently...