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New Zealand from Above

New Zealand from Above

★ 7.7/10•2012•45m•0•Documentary
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An aerial journey from the deep south of the South Island to the northern tip of the North Island. We discover the landscapes and meet New Zealanders who talk about their work, interests and culture.

Leanne Pooley · Director

Serge Ou · Director

Bruce Morrison · Writer

Bruce Morrison · Director

StatusEnded
Runtime45m
LanguageEN
First Air DateOct 8, 2012

Episodes

Episode 1 - The Far SouthE145m

The Far South

In the far south of New Zealand, we discover the southern city of Dunedin, Southland and the world heritage listed Fiordland National Park. From there we fly to the alpine resort of Queenstown and explore the surrounding region.

Oct 8, 2012

Episode 2 - Central South IslandE245m

Central South Island

We travel to the Southern Alps in the Central South Island and discover from above how the dramatic high alpine landscape was carved by glaciers. We learn about the 1860's gold rush era and discover how the region is producing great Pinot Noir for the international market.

Oct 9, 2012

Episode 3 - The West Coast and Northern South IslandE345m

The West Coast and Northern South Island

The Wild West coast boasts a pristine environment of rain forest, glaciers and fast flowing rivers. Like Fiordland in Episode 1 the West Coast has also been awarded World Heritage Park status. We crossover to the East coast and see the whales feeding before flying to the city of Christchurch and onto the Northern region of the South Island.

Oct 10, 2012

Episode 4 - Southern North Island and Volcanic PlateauE445m

Southern North Island and Volcanic Plateau

We cross from the South to the North Island, flying over Cook Strait and the capital city - Wellington - to the centre of the North Island. The Volcanic Plateau is located on the fault line defining the Pacific "rim of fire" and we view from above active volcanoes, bubbling mud pools and boiling geysers.

Oct 11, 2012

Episode 5 - NorthlandE545m

Northland

As our aerial journey continues towards the Far North we pass Auckland, New Zealand's largest city and see the harbour being enjoyed by thousands of boat owners. The region of Northland is home to many Maori and is where New Zealand's founding document; the Treaty of Waitangi was signed. We meet a craftsman who constructs stringed instruments from Kauri timber and learn about Maori creation mythology.

Oct 12, 2012

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