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Changing behaviours
While not a silver bullet, there’s a new movement sweeping the country that’s helping to reduce the threat dogs pose to kiwi.
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Nose to the trail
The entire family can enjoy the dog-friendly Nydia Track.
![TranzAlpine TN](/assets/Directions/Autumn-2021/TRAVELLER/TranzAlpine-TN.jpg?m=1615943663?m=1615943663)
On a roll aboard the TranzAlpine
Kathryn Webster takes the luxury option aboard the famous TranzAlpine.
![Te Arai TN](/assets/Directions/Autumn-2021/TRAVELLER/Te-Arai-TN.jpg?m=1615695156?m=1615695156)
Take a drive north
Whether it’s a day trip from Auckland, a long weekend to one of Northland’s coastal attractions or a few days spent in luxury with views of a stunning, wild beach – a road trip north from the big city will take you somewhere surprising.
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Jordan Watson's Top Spot
Also known as 'How to Dad’, he's amassed more than a million YouTube subscribers with his funny videos on navigating parenthood. His top spot to holiday is Port Waikato on the North Island’s west coast.
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Taking the waters of Rotorua
Indulgence and history attract Josie Steenhart to Rotorua.
![Rotorua TN](/assets/Directions/Spring-2020/TRAVELLER/Rotorua-TN.jpg?m=1598240982?m=1598240982)
Above & beyond in Rotorua
Monica Tischler and her family have fun in New Zealand's effervescent adventure capital.
![Paparoa TN](/assets/Directions/Spring-2020/TRAVELLER/Paparoa-TN.jpg?m=1598240803?m=1598240803)
Paparoa Track: Close to the sky
Michael Lamb walks New Zealand's newest Great Walk.
![GBI TN](/assets/Directions/Spring-2020/TRAVELLER/GBI-TN.jpg?m=1598240695?m=1598240695)
Back in time on Great Barrier Island
Laura Waters checks out the predator-free island's night life.
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A road trip with a difference
Kathryn Webster drives three of the best.