Taniwhā's Tail
Community & Environment, Walking, Ride Guides, Otago Central Rail Trail
The Upper Taiari River Scroll Plains are one of the most important and unique wetlands in NZ, and an…
GET INSPIRED
You’ll probably arrive talking about our spectacular landscapes; more than likely thinking about our sensational food and wine; as well as planning those awesome trails you’re going to ride. But you’re likely to leave talking about the people you’ve met, the experiences you’ve shared and the new stories you’ve made.
In the meantime, until you’ve made your own, here are some great stories to get you started…
Up-Cycles
Up-Cycles repairs old bikes and donates them to those in need via local community groups.
Trail Rescue
Community & Environment, Ride Guides, Lake Dunstan Trail
The Coastguard is a crucial resource for rescuing injured walkers or cyclists across the Otago trail…
The Clutha Gold Trail Expansion
Ride Guides, Community & Environment, Clutha Gold Trail
A remarkable 62km extension to the Clutha Gold Trail is nearing completion. This ambitious project w…
Women's Bike Dress
1964 Magazine recounts how women's bike dress played a part in the campaign for equality.
The Movie Pedlar
Community & Environment, Photography & Video
Brett is the Taupō-based founder, curator, and self-described pedlar, of the Big Bike Film Night – a…
Rail:Lines
Community & Environment, Trail Towns, Otago Central Rail Trail
A pedal-powered poetry tour of the Otago Central Rail Trail with 1964 magazine.
Build It and They Will Come
Photography & Video, Lake Dunstan Trail, Community & Environment
A fascinating video about the construction of the Lake Dunstan Trail.
Fast Eddie
Community & Environment, Photography & Video, Lake Dunstan Trail
Seeking joy after his life-threatening diagnosis, a determined father attempts one last adventure wi…
Restoring Native Habitats on the Clutha Gold Trail
Community & Environment, Clutha Gold Trail
An exciting project called Te Nukuroa o Matamata has the vision of restoring native habitats around …
Let the Good Times Roll
Ride Guides, Community & Environment, Quick Reads
1964 Magazine's guide to the best cheese rolls in Otago and across the South Island.
Trail Towns - Ranfurly
Trail Towns, Ride Guides, Community & Environment, Otago Central Rail Trail
A cyclists guide to Ranfurly on the Otago Central Rail Trail