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Timber Trail’s Epic experiences for sale
23 Apr 2024   /

Timber Trail’s Epic experiences for sale

Pureora Forest’s Epic Cycle Adventures and Camp Epic business is up for sale.


Accessibility, monetisation, ecotourism opportunities for Great Taste Trail – report
20 Mar 2024   /

Accessibility, monetisation, ecotourism opportunities for Great Taste Trail – report

A new analysis estimates visitors to the Nelson Tasman experience boosted the region by $34m.


Crankworx delivers economic, social benefits – govt
15 Mar 2024   /

Crankworx delivers economic, social benefits – govt

Economic Development Minister Melissa Lee says Crankworx continues to provide both economic and social benefits to Rotorua.


Construction begins on Kawarau Gorge Trail
6 Mar 2024   /

Construction begins on Kawarau Gorge Trail

Construction of the 32km Kawarau Gorge Trail has begun, with earthmoving diggers now on the road between Queenstown and Cromwell.


Firefighters continue to tackle hot spots in Christchurch Adventure Park
26 Feb 2024  

Firefighters continue to tackle hot spots in Christchurch Adventure Park

Fire and Emergency New Zealand says its crews have been digging out and extinguishing hot spots in Christchurch Adventure Park.


Christchurch Crankworx cancelled
21 Feb 2024   /

Christchurch Crankworx cancelled

The Crankworx Summer Series in Christchurch has been cancelled due to the impacts of the Port Hills fire on host venue Christchurch Adventure Park.


Christchurch Crankworx decision by midweek
19 Feb 2024   /

Christchurch Crankworx decision by midweek

Christchurch Adventure Park is meeting Crankworx Summer Series organisers by midweek to decide whether the event will proceed at the attraction.


Hawke’s Bay’s Tākaro Trails on getting through a disaster
16 Feb 2024   /

Hawke’s Bay’s Tākaro Trails on getting through a disaster

The importance of insurance cover, contingency planning, industry relationships, and stress management are some of the key lessons from last year’s weather events.


Christchurch Adventure Park: Some zipline damage from fire
16 Feb 2024   /

Christchurch Adventure Park: Some zipline damage from fire

Christchurch Adventure Park says it has suffered some damage to its ziplines from the Port Hills fire.


Fire breaches Christchurch Adventure Park boundary
15 Feb 2024   /

Fire breaches Christchurch Adventure Park boundary

The popular attraction faces another disaster, with the 2017 Port Hills blaze forcing it closed for 10 months.


Mountain bike event relocated due to fire risk
13 Feb 2024   /

Mountain bike event relocated due to fire risk

Nine tracks around Picton’s Victoria Domain will be closed on Sunday for the fourth round of the Mountain Bike New Zealand National Cross Country Series 2024.


TRC’s Sustainable Trails Conference returns to NZ

TRC’s Sustainable Trails Conference returns to NZ

The Sustainable Trails Conference is returning to New Zealand for the first time since 2019.


Perspectives: Can e-bikes be a solution to sustainable transport in rural tourist areas?
8 Feb 2024   /

Perspectives: Can e-bikes be a solution to sustainable transport in rural tourist areas?

The provision of greater e-bike access in national parks and rural areas can benefit sustainability, writes UK researcher Ian Philips.


…while NatGeo ranks Rotorua Great Ride among world’s wellness best
5 Feb 2024   /

…while NatGeo ranks Rotorua Great Ride among world’s wellness best

The Whakarewarewa Forest Loop in Rotorua has featured on a list of National Geographic’s Best of the World list.


Bike Challenge returns to Queenstown Lakes
30 Jan 2024  

Bike Challenge returns to Queenstown Lakes

The Aotearoa Bike Challenge is returning to Queenstown Lakes this February.


New Fiordland cycle experience could generate $20m in first year – report
16 Jan 2024   /

New Fiordland cycle experience could generate $20m in first year – report

A cycle trail connecting Manapouri to Cascade Creek in Fiordland National Park could bring in $19.8m by 2028 and create 173 jobs, according to an impact assessment.


Tauranga scenic cycleway completed
15 Dec 2023  

Tauranga scenic cycleway completed

The final stage of the 19km Ōmokoroa to Tauranga cycleway is now complete, with the last 800m section between Wairoa Bridge and Bethlehem in service.


Crankworx coming to Christchurch Adventure Park
29 Nov 2023   /

Crankworx coming to Christchurch Adventure Park

The Crankworx Summer Series will be held in Christchurch for the first time when it returns to New Zealand in 2024.


Great Taste Trail completes 220km loop
14 Nov 2023   /

Great Taste Trail completes 220km loop

The final section of the Great Taste Trail linking Nelson Golf Course with Awatea Place in the town has now been completed.


Cycle Journeys expands into Pacific Islands with acquisition
9 Nov 2023   /

Cycle Journeys expands into Pacific Islands with acquisition

The Christchurch-based operator says the purchase provides diversification of location and season.


Mountain biking event generates $2.4m
20 Oct 2023   /

Mountain biking event generates $2.4m

The Skoda Cycling NZ Schools National Mountain Bike Championships earlier this month attracted around 1,400 people, including close to 500 riders.


Taupō’s Craters Mountain Bike Park reopens
19 Oct 2023   /

Taupō’s Craters Mountain Bike Park reopens

Craters Mountain Bike Park in Taupō is reopening to the public this weekend after months of closure and work to restore the area due to damage from Cyclone Gabrielle.


Construction starts on Mountains to Sea addition
3 Oct 2023   /

Construction starts on Mountains to Sea addition

Construction on a new section of the Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail is starting today.


Govt carves out $5m annually for Great Rides from IVL
2 Oct 2023   /

Govt carves out $5m annually for Great Rides from IVL

A cabinet paper from Tourism Minister Peeni Henare says without the funding some Great Rides may close.


Kaipara cycle network project given go-ahead
2 Oct 2023  

Kaipara cycle network project given go-ahead

Kaipara District Council is going ahead with plans to develop a bike and walking network around the town of Dargaville.


Hamilton launches Biketober to encourage cycling
29 Sep 2023   /

Hamilton launches Biketober to encourage cycling

Hamilton City Council is launching a month-long festival to encourage people to get on their bikes and explore the city this October.


Council declines to invest $1.9m in adventure park
22 Sep 2023   /

Council declines to invest $1.9m in adventure park

Porirua District Council has declined a request to invest $1.9m in an adventure park project, citing the project’s high risk and lack of affordability for ratepayers.


Funding secured for Hawke’s Bay Great Rides repairs
18 Sep 2023   /

Funding secured for Hawke’s Bay Great Rides repairs

Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has secured another $1.92m to repair and upgrade closed sections of the region’s Great Rides network.


Adventure South adds foodie cycle tour experience
11 Sep 2023  

Adventure South adds foodie cycle tour experience

Adventure South has launched a new food tour across the Alps to Ocean bike trail for the coming season.


Trails, transport, toilets funded in final $14m TIF round
31 Aug 2023   /

Trails, transport, toilets funded in final $14m TIF round

The TIF, which was launched in 2017 to support tourism infrastructure, comes to an end after supporting nearly 300 projects.


Clutha Gold trail extension expected to attract 15k annually
22 Aug 2023   /

Clutha Gold trail extension expected to attract 15k annually

The latest section of the Clutha Gold Cycling and Walking Trail is now open to the public.


Ferry cuts prove need for harbour crossing options – Bike Auckland
21 Aug 2023   /

Ferry cuts prove need for harbour crossing options – Bike Auckland

Fullers360’s plans to cut back its key Auckland services underscore the importance of having more options for harbour crossings, says Bike Auckland.


Feedback sought on Hauraki Coromandel biking strategy
18 Aug 2023   /

Feedback sought on Hauraki Coromandel biking strategy

Thames Hauraki District Council is seeking public feedback on its draft biking strategy for the region.


Kiwi Journeys expands to Otago as revenue jumps on strong demand
17 Aug 2023   /

Kiwi Journeys expands to Otago as revenue jumps on strong demand

The Nelson-based cycle tour operator invests in new southern offerings “with lots of bookings already”.


Construction starts on Ruapehu walking, cycling trail
21 Jul 2023  

Construction starts on Ruapehu walking, cycling trail

The first sod has been turned on a new hiking and cycling trail connecting Tūroa on Mt Ruapehu with Ohakune.


Lake Dunstan trail’s floating hospo outlets up for sale
10 Jul 2023   /

Lake Dunstan trail’s floating hospo outlets up for sale

The unique floating coffee and burger stop on the popular Lake Dunstan Cycle and Walking Trail is up for sale.


Cycle Journeys invests in carbon offsetting
4 Jul 2023   /

Cycle Journeys invests in carbon offsetting

Tour operator Cycle Journeys is committing to offset its carbon emissions from its fuel-powered vehicle fleet and its clients’ accommodation.


Weather-damaged cycle trails see $2.5m funding boost
16 Jun 2023   /

Weather-damaged cycle trails see $2.5m funding boost

The Hauraki Rail Trail will receive $2m from the government to enable the repair, recovery and maintenance of the popular cycle route.


First stage of Kaihu Valley Trail opens
14 Jun 2023  

First stage of Kaihu Valley Trail opens

The first stage of Northland’s Kaihu Valley Trail has been officially opened.


Wellington adds more e-bike tours of creative spaces
9 Jun 2023   /

Wellington adds more e-bike tours of creative spaces

Wellington City Council has given the green light to a series of bookable e-bike tours across the city’s creative spaces.


Wellington wins $650k for innovative bike network
6 Jun 2023  

Wellington wins $650k for innovative bike network

Wellington’s cycle network has won $650,000 from the Bloomberg Initiative for Cycling Infrastructure (BICI).


Final stage of Tauranga cycleway under construction
4 May 2023  

Final stage of Tauranga cycleway under construction

The last 800m of the Ōmokoroa to Tauranga cycleway is now under construction.


New bridge planned for St James Cycle Trail
28 Apr 2023   /

New bridge planned for St James Cycle Trail

A 64-metre bridge is planned to reconnect key points on the St James Cycle Trail.


Collaborative aim to make Nelson recreation land more accessible
26 Apr 2023   /

Collaborative aim to make Nelson recreation land more accessible

Nelson City Council and Ngāti Koata are working through a plan to establish long-term recreation access across iwi-owned land popular for more cyclists and walkers.


Nelson outdoors trailblazer recognised
29 Mar 2023   /

Nelson outdoors trailblazer recognised

Bill Gilbertson has been recognised for his work and dedication to Nelson’s Great Taste Trail and access improvements to the Abel Tasman National Park.


Sites of cultural significance marked in Wellington
17 Mar 2023   /

Sites of cultural significance marked in Wellington

Cyclists around Pōneke Wellington will soon see blue and green designs representing hidden waterways and sites of historic cultural significance around the city.


Taupō mountain bike park out of action for six months
16 Mar 2023   /

Taupō mountain bike park out of action for six months

Taupō’s Craters Mountain Bike Park is likely to be closed for at least six months because it is not safe, says the region’s district council.


BOP park opens with trails for bikers, walkers, horse riders
10 Mar 2023   /

BOP park opens with trails for bikers, walkers, horse riders

Waitekohekohe Recreational Park has opened in Katikati, featuring five trails for mountain bikers and others for walkers and horse riders.


500+ competitors head to NZ’s biggest MTB race to help showcase regions
7 Mar 2023   /

500+ competitors head to NZ’s biggest MTB race to help showcase regions

The biggest mountain bike stage race in New Zealand is being held across 200 kilometres of the North Island’s geothermal regions in Rotorua, Taupō and Tokoroa.


Marlborough track users cautioned on fire risks
23 Feb 2023  

Marlborough track users cautioned on fire risks

Visitors to Wither Hills Farm Park in Marlborough are being urged to take care and be aware of fire risks.