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For those looking for an off-the-beaten-path excursion in New Zealand, I’d recommend visiting Lake Tekapo, in the center of the country's South Island. The small town is a cluster of homes and motels ...

An area in Pines Beach on the shores of Lake Tekapo has been tabled for development. The Lake Tekapo Recreational Park Incorporated Society has proposed the development of an area within the Lake ...

Located on New Zealand’s South Island, Lake Tekapo is known for its turquoise waters and wide alpine vistas. Each spring and ...

Tekapo: Construction has begun on a brand new youth hostel in the lakefront development site in Tekapo. The Youth Hostel Association (YHA New Zealand) broke ground in September, and is in full swing ...

Lake Tekapo, one of the most beautiful scenic spots in New Zealand, is located in the heart of the Mackenzie country of the country's South Island. It sits between Christchurch and Queenstown, and its ...

The sky above Lake Tekapo has been declared some of clearest in the world for stargazing. Booking.com has endorsed San Pedro de Atacama in Chile as the best stargazing spot followed by Lake Tekapo, ...

A wildfire at Lake Tekapo yesterday morning went very close to the Tekapo power station, prompting a strong warning for landowners to make sure any old land management fires are completely ...