A symbol of effortless style, the slip-on Penny Loafer is more timeless and comfortable than it’s ever been. While it’ll serve you well for myriad occasions and with almost any ensemble year round, the loafer especially comes into its own in autumn and winter.
Able to be styled with socks or tights, trousers or skirts, dresses or denim, the loafer is the undisputed versatile shoe of choice for fashion-forward dressing in 2021, prioritising aesthetics without sacrificing comfort.
Men’s loafers
Eden Terrace often seems fairly off-the-radar when it comes to dining out, but the Uptown suburb, while compact, is overflowing with excellent food and drink offerings for any occasion and inclination. From legendary sandwiches to fine dining stalwarts, here are the places you should be eating in Eden Terrace.
Start the day
Coffee Pen
This sweet cafe is tucked away down Basque Road, and has a cult following for its delicious cabinet food, excellent coffee and warm, welcoming atmosphere cultivated by owners Yasuji and Fumi Hisai. Pull up in the sunshine at one of the outdoor tables, and enjoy a delicious piece of cake or a tart with your hot drink.
Benedict’s Cafe
Boasting an all-day menu filled with enticing dishes, Benedict’s Cafe (previously Benediction) on peaceful St Benedicts Street is a real gem. Owners Emma Zhao and Jay Yang have created dishes that often tie in tasty Korean flavours, like a kimchi pancake with tiger prawns, or a bulgogi beef bowl. They also offer some classic Kiwi brunch fare like bacon eggs Benedict (only fitting, given the location), and pancakes with berries and vanilla mascarpone.
Goodness Gracious
This cafe and bagelry has three locations city-wide, and its Eden Terrace spot is always humming at brunchtime — on the weekends, especially. Peruse the large selection of New York-style grilled bagels with delicious sweet and savoury toppings, and get your caffeine hit with a cup of in-house roasted coffee.
Lush lunch options
Hero Sandwich House
It’s well-known that the maestroes at Hero Sandwich House are behind some of the best sandwiches in the city, and with good reason. From sourdough sammies filled with the likes of chicken, bacon jam and cheddar, or the Philly cheese steak roll, Hero’s offering will always have you walking out happier (and far more full) than when you went in.
Mizu Bread
These guys also specialise in sandwiches, but they’re completely different to Hero’s. Mizu’s famed chicken katsu sandwich is a thing of beauty, with juicy pieces of crumbed chicken in teriyaki sauce, ensconced in cloud-like white milk bread. The egg sandwich is also unmissable, and it’d be rude not to indulge in one of Mizu’s delicious desserts.
Bian Sushi & Donburi
You can’t beat a classic, and Bien Sushi never lets us down. Whether eating inside its humble, no-frills space or taking away, Bian’s sushi selection may not be as fancy as somewhere like &Sushi, but it’s always delicious all the same.
Easy dinner destinations
Ramen Do
Open for both lunch and dinner six days a week, Ramen Do’s bowls of warming noodles and broth are some of the best in the city. The Hokkaido Miso Ramen is the star of the show, featuring a complex and flavourful soup topped with pork, a jammy egg and some vegetables. They also do a selection of Donburi, with meat, fish and vegetarian options available, and tasty sides like gyoza dumplings and agedashi tofu.
Burger Geek
The founders of this Symonds Street joint pride themselves on not taking any shortcuts when it comes to their burgers. Grinding their own, special blend of Wagyu and Angus beef each day, the proof is in the final, mouth-watering result. On the menu, find a variety of beef-based burgers, plus free-range chicken and a couple of vegetarian burgers. Hot Wings are also available, and some indulgent sides like jalapeno poppers, mac ‘n’ cheese balls and beer battered onion rings.
Kokoro Kitchen — 37 Symonds Street
Another great sushi spot that also offers Donburi, Bento boxes, noodles like Udon, Ramen and Yakisoba, and more, Kokoro is open for both lunch and dinner. Fans of affordable, approachable Japanese fare will know that this eatery is the place to go.
Special occasion spots
Sid at the French Cafe
Eden Terrace’s collection of fine dining restaurants is impressive indeed, and Sid at the French Cafe is famed for its elevated fare and impeccable service. Whether you’re after a private dining room for an event, or are out to celebrate, this stalwart will ensure it’s an occasion to remember.
Kazuya
A truly enduring presence on Symonds Street, Kazuya’s artful plates combine European and Japanese culinary traditions. Evening diners can choose a five-or-seven-course degustation, which will be presented with quiet ceremony rarely seen these days. Kazuya also has a less fine-dining but still tasty lunch offering from Thursday to Saturday, called Kozzy Ricebox — a fresh and tasty combination of vegetables, rice and your choice of protein, to takeaway.
Lillius
Run by Fraser McCarthy and Shannon Vandy, Lillius is a modern fine dining restaurant with a focus on highlighting local growers and producers, and hyper-seasonal ingredients. The menu is ever-changing, which keeps things exciting, and there are both a la carte and tasting menus available — both of which are usually spectacular.
Forest
Founded and run by innovative chef Plabita Florence, Forest is a plant-based experience unlike anything else in this city. Sourcing the majority of her ingredients locally, and aiming to minimize waste as much as possible, Florence does things with vegetables we’re sure you’ll have never seen before. For example: A dessert of fried feijoa rolled in feijoa skin sugar, with roast cauliflower and Earl Grey ice cream, popped caramel barley, and sorrel syrup.
Good for a brew
Galbraith’s Alehouse
Open every day, rain or shine, we love Galbraith’s for an easy and casual meeting place to grab a drink with friends. Fireplaces inside and out ensure it’s always cosy, the perfect, unpretentious place for a pint and a bowl of hot chips.
The power of a well-chosen piece of jewellery to anchor or elevate an ensemble should not be overlooked. Consider the effect you wish to have — whether it be adding detail and dimension to a daytime look, or making an impact for after-dark dressing — and the perfect piece to help you achieve this. It might be a delicate necklace or a spectacular cocktail ring; sparkling diamonds or a bold statement stone.
Applying equal amounts of skill, expertise and a finely-honed eye for beauty to each piece, no matter how big or small, the team at Sutcliffe Jewellery know more than most about how important jewellery is for channelling a mood and capturing a moment. While Brent Sutcliffe’s pieces are undeniably, jaw-droppingly beautiful, they’re also versatile and are sure to be reached for time and time again.
Consider the following suggestions, a reminder to never forget the final step: essential jewels for every occasion.
Day
A fine necklace like this sweet butterfly pendant from the Blossom by Sutcliffe range, would be a never-take-off staple piece to accentuate a daytime ensemble. It is also beautiful when layered with other necklaces and pendants.
Night
Allow an elegant, sophisticated bracelet to catch the light during an evening soirée or dinner. This divine Diamond Trail tennis bracelet comprises a handcrafted, 18-carat white gold chain that grasps a collection of brilliant cut white diamonds. Effortlessly aligning itself to the wrist, it comes together in the bow of a pear-shaped diamond clasp.
Glam
An occasion that denotes more than the regular soupçon of glamour, calls for something utterly breathtaking. The Azores ring certainly fits that mould, an emerald and tsavorite garnet bouquet, handcrafted as all Sutcliffe’s pieces are. A 4-carat, cushion-cut emerald sits on a masterful setting for maximum presence, amidst a bed of brilliant cut diamonds and tsavorite garnets.
Any beauty look is only as good as the tools you’re working with. Whether it’s fluttery, lengthened lashes you’re after, or high-octane volume, there’s a mascara brush that is designed especially for each desired effect.
Volumising
Kevyn Aucoin Indecent Mascara
This recent release from Kevyn Aucoin is designed to improve the appearance of eyelash density, leaving lashes looking defined, voluminous and lusciously full. It also contains lash-enhancing ingredients in an aim to promote healthy eyelash growth, improving even no-makeup days.
Lengthening
Hourglass Unlocked™ Instant Extensions Mascara
This no-smudge tubing mascara is your ticket to ultra-long lashes. Clever technology coats each lash from root to tip, separating and lengthening while staying put all day — and sliding off effortlessly with just warm water to remove.
Separating
Benefit Cosmetics They’re Real! Mascara
This cult favourite is a must for easily defined and separated lashes. Long-wearing, non-flaking and dramatic, you’ll have people convinced there’s some enhancement going on beyond just a great mascara.
Curling
Dior Beauty Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara
Offering ultimate volume and curl, this curved mascara brush will help open up the eyes and distribute pigment easily from root to tip. Designed for all types of lashes, from short and straight to long and sparse, the formula is enriched with cotton nectar to promote stronger, shinier lashes.
Available from Dior Perfume & Beauty Boutique at Commercial Bay.
Statement
Shiseido Controlled Chaos MascaraInk
A coloured mascara is more wearable than you might think. This sapphire shade from Shiseido is particularly striking with brown eyes, while the purple will make green eyes pop. Wear alone or layer over a coat of black mascara to tone it down.
Hard-to-reach lashes
Lancôme Grandiose Mascara
Crafted to give unprecedented access to even the smallest lashes, Lancôme’s Grandiose Mascara has a cleverly designed (and trademarked) swan-neck™ wand. The waterproof formula contains less waxes to help it stay put all day, and the elastomer moulded brush will allow for an even deposit of product.
Auckland has welcomed a new eatery that is bringing a taste of Greece to the bustling streets of Ponsonby. Named Daphnes Taverna, the new opening comes courtesy of Clare and Joost van den Berg, the well-known restaurateurs behind Odettes Eatery and Hugo’s Bistro (which they sold in 2019).
Having spent a blissful four months travelling around Greece in pre-Covid times, the van den Bergs were inspired to harness the philosophy and cuisine of the richly-historic country and its islands, filling a gap in the local culinary offering in the process.
With its high, vaulted ceilings, painted brick walls, varied lighting and eye-catching art, the space makes you feel instantly at home as soon as you sit down, with a purposeful eclecticism that feels comfortable yet polished. Clare utilised her years of interior design experience to curate the space, aiming to create the vibe of a fun, Greek-style family gathering for each and every diner.
Daphnes’ head chef is Anna Weir, formerly of Odettes and Amano, who designed a modern Greek menu inspired by this family-style sensibility, with a range of small, mid-sized and larger sharing plates that span light snacks and more substantial dishes.
Olives, pita breads and dips like taramosalata, melitzanosalata (Greek eggplant dip) and hummus introduce the offering, snacky plates to complement one of Daphnes’ moreish house cocktails. A selection of ‘mezedes’ follow, including the likes of saganaki (fried cheese) with fermented honey and oregano; spinach and feta Spanakopita; smoked Warehou fish cakes; and kingfish lakerda, a pickled fish dish served with labne and fermented chilli.
There’s whole flounder with capers and tomatoes, and a lamb shoulder to be shared between groups; a range of souvlaki, or skewers, sees octopus, ox tongue, eggplant, chicken and more given the charcoal treatment. A selection of vegetable dishes is also on hand to freshen up the spread, with a succinct offering of desserts including baklava and katoumari, a kind of sweet pie, with blueberries and honey.
With seemingly the whole town abuzz with word of this new opening, we have no doubt Daphnes Taverna will be a sought-after spot for anyone keen on a lively atmosphere and tasty, modern-Greek fare.
Opening hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 5PM — Late
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 11:30AM — Late
Saturday: 11:30AM — Late
Sunday: 11:30AM — 3PM
Daphnes Taverna
71 Ponsonby Road
Auckland, 1011
These days, it’s not unusual for at least one person in a dining-out duo or group to have some kind of dietary requirement. From vegan to keto, gluten free or dairy-free, the trick is finding dishes that manage to bridge the Venn diagram of catering to these demands while still being delicious for everyone — especially given the overwhelming trend for sharing plates. If you yourself are vegan, or are not but your dining partner is, these dishes are sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Teriyaki tofu from Ebisu
Delectable cubes of teriyaki tofu sit atop black miso jam, garnished with zucchini carrot julienne, cherry tomatoes and white truffle oil for a fresh yet delectably umami dish.
Butternut squash risotto from Non Solo Pizza
Sometimes only a nourishing risotto will do. This one is delicious, garnished with almonds, oregano, balsamic and truffle oil — order without the cheese on top and it’s instantly vegan.
Aubergine, pickled chilli, mint and coriander pizza from Clay
No need to sacrifice pizza — K’ Road wine bar Clay’s version forgoes dairy products and instead has a slightly smoky, puréed aubergine base, topped with plenty of fresh, fragrant coriander and mint, pickled chilli and lashings of extra virgin olive oil.
Korean fried cauliflower from Hello Beasty
Addictive from the get-go, these cauliflower bites are slathered in a spicy gochujang glaze and topped with toasted sesame seeds — the perfect accompaniment to Hello Beasty’s other vegan dishes like the heirloom tomatoes with whipped tofu and yuzu dressing.
Tempura zucchini flowers from Soul Bar & Bistro
This zucchini flower dish is a colourful and textural vegan option, light yet full of flavour. It is served with poached greens and a paprika salsa verde, garnished with mint and extra virgin olive oil.
Qualified personal trainer Amélie Creusy steps out of her comfort zone and explores the ancient practice of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with some surprising results.
“As a personal EMS-trainer (running my own training business for three years), a runner and a dedicated yogi, I have always been fit. After all, when fitness is as much a part of my down time as it is inherent to my professional life, how could I not be?
But it wasn’t until I decided to step out of my comfort zone and try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu nearly a year ago — thinking it would fast-track my ‘bikini body’— that I quickly realised how different being fit was from being strong. A year later and my goal is no longer bikini-centric. It’s about being strong enough to protect, defend and assert myself if I ever needed to. The importance of that ability, I’ve learned, far outweighs how I look, and this has given me the kind of body confidence I have never had before.
My first Jiu-Jitsu class was an eye-opener. There I was, dressed like the Karate Kid, facing a stranger whose objective was to overpower me (and mine to overpower them). And while the get-up and set-up felt silly at first, Jiu-Jitsu’s various choke holds, shoulder locks, wrist locks and armbars demanded that I took it seriously — quickly showing me how dangerous it could be if I didn’t. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, your opponent will come up against you with a number of techniques and all of their force. You need to be prepared to stop them from breaking your arm or suffocating you by indicating submission and ‘tapping out’ (by tapping the ground or them). It might sound confrontational and violent, but actually it’s a game of strategy and strength.
That was one of the first things I learned — that the fundamental pillars of this sport are consent, trust and support. That isn’t to say that I avoided the inevitable bumps, scratches and bruises that came with a session of Jiu-Jitsu. It’s a serious workout, and the people who practice it are there to work hard. Being in pain after Jiu-Jitsu is part of the game, almost half of the fun and is strangely satisfying — it’s like a lasting reminder that you have conquered a gruelling workout.
The other thing I quickly learned about Jiu-Jitsu, is that it isn’t reserved for big burly men, or muscle-bound, athletic women. People are surprised when I tell them I practice it, which is probably because they see me as a petite Parisian who would be more suited to barre classes than wrestling on the ground. The truth is, Jiu-Jitsu is perfect for anyone with the impetus to give it a go.
I also love the solitude that Jiu-Jitsu provides. After fielding non-stop questions from my three inquisitive kids all day, a session of Jiu-Jitsu offers some much-needed respite from the busyness of my regular routine.
When you’re wrestling or focusing on techniques, concentration is key. Trying to stay upright while your training partner is grappling you is a great way of clearing your mind of anything that has been worrying you. I’ll tell you now, there’s no time for self-pity or misery when you are pinned to the ground under someone 20kgs heavier. Now, rather than fight against them, I relish these meditative moments in the middle of my week for the way they leave me both mentally and physically calm — a feeling I often return to when I feel under pressure in my day-to-day life.
But the real beauty of Jiu-Jitsu is that you never stop learning. If you don’t win your fight, or you are struggling to master a technique, you must develop the patience to learn how to be better. As in Jiu-Jitsu, so too in life. When you finally get something right, or you win your first fight, the joy is insurmountable.
Jiu-Jitsu has given me a newfound appreciation for my body’s abilities. Being able to pin an adult larger than me on the floor and have them eventually submit is empowering to say the least and I’m not ashamed to say that I am completely hooked.
Despite the fact that it will probably take me the better part of a decade to reach Jiu-Jitsu’s prestigious black belt status, it’s a journey I’m very happy to embark upon. The pursuit of progress and mastery in this sport runs through your veins forever.”
While we would happily head to Culprit for any kind of special occasion, the good news is you don’t have to wait for one to enjoy the delicious fare from one of Auckland’s most innovative eateries, thanks to its affordable Trolley Derby menu.
Culprit founders Kyle Street and Jordan MacDonald created the ever-evolving Trolley Derby to be their most accessible offering, a compilation of four clever bites from the trolley that travels around the dining room, plus a mouthwatering main — all for only $55 per person.
Speedy and seasonal, the Trolley Derby menu is designed with the Auckland local in mind. As the selection of dishes changes every two weeks or so, the team enjoys seeing some of the same faces making repeat visits to try the fresh fare coming out of the kitchen. Never fear, however, if you don’t want to see your favourite go — the additions menu “Oysters, Offal & More” contains their famous chicken liver parfait and donuts, the roast bone marrow and other iconic Culprit dishes.
The current Trolley Derby menu is tantalising indeed. Within Trolley Bites, you’ll find a variety of flavours spanning fresh, charred, creamy and salty that all harmonise together to create a collection of utterly satisfying bites.
The Kingfish Sashimi with fermented sweetcorn, a Culprit classic, is back, along with the Burnt Brussels Sprouts which are delightfully spicy and caramelised. Pickled Pork Shoulder on Vogels brings to the fore all the flavours we love in a Reuben in a couple of bites, and the Chilled Potato Vichyssoise is supremely smooth and silky with savoury depth from fried black pudding, pearl barley salt and fresh pear.
For a main, carnivores shouldn’t go past the Braised Lamb Neck. Fragrant with curry leaves, an Indian-style eggplant relish, golden raisins and toasted almonds, the lamb itself is exceptionally tender and juicy. The Roast Hapuka dish is cooked to perfection, a lovely light option which still has depth of flavour from the chorizo and grape dressing, on a base of celeriac puree with weightless crunch from crispy cavolo nero. For a vegetable-centric main, the Green Onion and Goat Feta Soufflé is divine; a twice-baked soufflé in a reduced cream sauce with toasted walnuts, shaved pear and quince jelly imparting satisfying texture and contrast.
Culprit’s Trolley Derby menu is available Tuesday to Saturday nights for dinner, and Thursday and Friday at lunchtime. Given Street and MacDonald’s ability for staying invigorated and inspired in the kitchen, we can vouch for the fact that each new iteration is as unmissable as the last.
To celebrate the latest menu, we’re giving away a chance for you and three friends to experience Culprit’s Trolley Derby. Includes a Trolley Derby dinner (comprising 4x Trolley Bites and 1x Main each) for four guests and a welcome cocktail on arrival. We have a table of four to give away to two lucky Denizen readers.
This giveaway has now closed.
Make the most of the long weekend by catching up on some culture, whether that be new books to sink your teeth into, or catching a highly acclaimed film or series. Events Cinema is open all weekend, or if cuddling up on the couch is more your idea of heaven, there are plenty of great options to stream online.
Showing at cinemas now
French Exit
Michelle Pfeiffer gives the performance of a lifetime in this satirical, brilliantly-written film that borders on farce (without ever feeling entirely ridiculous). Frances Price, caustic and larger-than-life, falls from financial grace and must move with her sullen son from New York to Paris where she makes an unapologetic entrance and leaves a lasting impression.
The Father
Devastating in its depiction of dementia, this moving film starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman follows the degradation of a stubborn old man’s mind as he tries to make sense of his changing circumstances while his adult daughter (against his will) moves in to take care of him.
Cousins
This moving and important locally-made film has been hailed as a must-watch. An adaptation of the Patricia Grace novel by Waru directors Ainsley Gardiner and Briar Grace-Smith, it follows three Māori women, who are all related yet separated by circumstance, as they find their way back to one another.
Nomadland
Director Chloé Zhao won the Best Director Golden Globe for this acclaimed film, starring Frances McDormand as a woman in her sixties who, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey through the American West, living as a van-dwelling, modern-day nomad.
Streaming
Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry
One of the most recognisable pop stars on the planet, it’s easy to forget that Billie Eilish is still a teenager. This documentary offers an intimate look into Eilish’s extraordinary journey navigating global stardom and teenage angst, all while finishing her album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?
Watch on Apple TV+
Malcolm & Marie
Starring John David Washington and Zendaya, this two-character, black and white film follows the intimate interactions of a couple after they return home from a movie premiere. Deftly toying with the audience’s impressions as it navigates the intense peaks and troughs of an emotional, vibrant and compelling conversation, this is one movie you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from.
Watch on Netflix
Lupin
A master of disguise, a spider web of conspiracy and a certain je ne sais quoi combine in Netflix’s new French drama, Lupin. Starring Omar Sy, the story follows Asene Diope, a man whose journey of revenge sees him following the playbook of iconic French fictional character (and gentleman burglar), Arsene Lupin.
Watch on Netflix
It’s a Sin
From the mind of award-winning producer Russell T Davies, this new series delves into the HIV/Aids crisis that plagued the UK in the early 1980s. Following five friends who move to London at 18, the show’s five episodes span ten years, and tell the story of how lives were turned upside down by a disease about which (at the time) so little was known.
Watch on TVNZ
Two years ago, New Zealanders Topher Richwhite and Bridget Thackwray set out on an endeavour to navigate the globe. The quest would see them travel 350,000 kilometres across seven continents in their trusty purpose-built vehicle ‘Gunther’. With the global pandemic putting a hold on their journey, we check in with the duo’s on-going plans, and ask them to share some of their favourite destinations in our own country.
“We had just come out of the Yamal Peninsula in northern Siberia when we received a call from the embassy in Moscow informing us that the Russian borders were closing. Russia was country number 76 on our global adventure which we had originally thought would take only two years.
Our remaining route from Moscow to Auckland was due to be completed in 2020 but when Covid shut the borders, we had no choice but to return to New Zealand to wait out the virus.
With our Jeep ‘Gunther’ still parked outside Moscow Airport, we have spent the last few months building a new vehicle that we have named Roman. We plan to continue to explore New Zealand with Roman until the borders reopen along our Leg Three route and hope to bring Roman to Russia, where we will continue the journey with Gunther. When over-landing there is safety in numbers, so having a second vehicle will have its advantages when crossing certain terrains.
Our third leg takes us from Moscow south to Georgia, Azerbaijan and Iran. We will then head north east into Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia and China before crossing south over the Gobi desert into Nepal and India. We will drive through South East Asia and cross from East Timor to Australia before shipping Gunther and Roman across the Tasman to our finish line in Auckland.
Although we constantly have itchy feet, we feel very lucky to be home safe in New Zealand enjoying the beauty of our own backyard. Below we share some of our favourite places.”
Mount Aspiring — waterfall
Beneath an old railroad in Mount Aspiring National Park, lies a hidden waterfall in a moss-clad canyon. The water is blue from glacial erosion which causes fine silt particles known as ‘flour’. Because the water temperature fluctuation between summer and winter months is minimal, it is worth wearing some merino socks before entering. The waterfall in this photo is fed from the same source as the famous Blue Pools of Tioripatea. Established in 1964 as New Zealand’s tenth national park, Mount Aspiring National Park covers 3,562 square kilometres.
West Coast — Haast Pass
In 1960, the Haast Pass Road (part of State Highway 6) opened from Otago to Haast on the West Coast of the South Island. Five years later, the section from Haast to Lake Paringa was completed, allowing motorists to make a circuit around both the east and west coasts of the South Island. Today, it is still only one of three road passages that cross the Southern Alps. With its moody beech tree forests and emerald blue rivers, the mountain passage between Lake Hawea and Haast is one that was the inspiration for us to take on our global adventure.
Far North — Exhibition Bay
The Far North is thought to be the first part of New Zealand to be walked upon by early Māori settlers. Today, there are still vast landscapes protected by local Iwi and kept hidden from outsiders. We were invited to spend a few days inside Exhibition Bay to explore the white silica sand dunes of Parengarenga Harbour. Now gated off to the public, it was only a few years ago that this land was mined for its silica. Because of the fine grands of sand, the silica dunes are notorious for their quicksand which is known to swallow entire vehicles.
Northland — Mahinepua
Since returning to New Zealand to wait out border closures, the Far North has become our new home. Bridget grew up north of Kerikeri in a small bay called Mahinepua with her three sisters. In this photo, we were joined by Bridget’s younger sister Penny and her horses Kiara and Turk. Both horses are thought to have come from Aupouri Forest, from where wild horses can roam freely onto 90 Mile Beach.
Central Otago — Nevis Valley
In 1862 gold was discovered in the Nevis Valley. The miners tried to keep their find a secret but failed — and so began the Nevis Valley gold rush. Saved by the remoteness of this valley, the remains of numerous stone buildings from the gold mining days offer insight into the perseverance and ingenuity of early pioneers. The relics include everything from the cemetery and settlement buildings through to a woolshed and even the first ski hut. Today only the family at Ben Nevis Station occupy the area.
90 Mile Beach — Te Paki
On the northern end of 90 Mile Beach lie the giant sand dunes of Te Paki. Down the riverbed and behind the thick shrub, we found ourselves exploring landscapes we never knew existed in New Zealand. Te Paki was once its own island disconnected from the mainland. Over millions of years, sand built up from volcanic activity elsewhere in New Zealand, and the dunes were created.
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