THE collie chained to the fence sets off a ruckus as we pull up at the farm gate and Bev Forrester bustles out to meet us. The enchanting forest environment at Hanmer Springs can be explored on foot, bike or horseback. She's wearing a poke bonnet and an apron that almost covers the checked brown skirt swirling around her ankles. It's an outfit that suggests the milk … [Read more...] about Explore Hanmer Springs
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Hanmer Springs Alpine Pacific Triangle
Nature on display in NZ’s South Island We know of the attractions in Hanmer Springs. This from an Australian source… Vincent Van Gogh could easily have been referring to New Zealand’s Alpine Pacific Triangle when he said: “If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” Situated two hours north of Christchurch and taking in the alpine spa village of Hanmer … [Read more...] about Hanmer Springs Alpine Pacific Triangle