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Dec 07 2009

Posted by lizclark under North Island Golf Courses, Northland

New Zealand holiday report from Karikari Estate Winery

Having brought to fruition several award-winning wines from New Zealand’s northernmost vineyard and winery, Vintner Ben Dugdale shares some hilarious insights into preparing for the big holiday rush and I quote: Continue Reading »

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Oct 16 2009

Posted by lizclark under Jack's Point Golf Club, South Island, South Island Golf Courses

Golfing New Zealand – look at the prices

Jacks Point - View from clubhouse restaurantOne of my favourite golf courses is Jack’s Point in the alpine wonderland near Queenstown on the South Island. “Tremendous course,” agrees Steve Williams, Tiger Wood’s long term caddy in an interview with the Southland Press. Having walked some of the greatest courses in the world, this is awesome praise from Williams. And what an awesome setting!

In a recent review of the Jack’s Point website I couldn’t believe the prices…

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Nov 05 2008

Posted by lizclark under Bay of Plenty, North Island Golf Courses

Wairakei: New Zealand’s True Wonderland

The Rogue

The Rogue

Wairakei International Golf Course is the favourite of many golfers around the world. I asked New Zealand Golf Guide Publisher, Richard Frankland why Wairakei is special to him: ”I confess I’m not sure I can tell you why. I’ve only managed to play there a few times, and not very well, but the overall experience seemed very special. Although the weather wasn’t great the first time I played, my overseas client really enjoyed the experience. The next time I played with my wife, Terri. We shared our round with so few other people Continue Reading »

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