The Wairarapa’s coastline is wild and beautiful. For decades its prized surf breaks, stretching from Lake Ferry in the south to Castlepoint in the north, have served local surfers well and attracted others from afar. Whether in search of reef, point or beach breaks, those that surf here also find adventure, freedom and friendship. By Katie Farman. Photos by Esther Bunning and Charlotte Hedley.

New Zealand has a new geographic centre, and it’s not far from Greytown. David Hancock pulls on his hiking boots and takes us on a guided walk there.

There’s a whole new way to get around Martinborough – on board an electric-powered Storm Cruiser.

New Zealand has a new geographic centre, and it’s not far from Greytown. David Hancock pulls on his hiking boots and takes us on a guided walk there.