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A Walk A Day has 365 short walks (and a bonus walk for the leap year)

If you're looking for great travel ideas for taking your family around New Zealand then The Guide to Travelling in New Zealand with the Family is the perfect companion. When you are travelling with toddlers or teenagers, the better prepared you are, the more the children will enjoy the holiday and the more you will enjoy your time together. Filled with family-friendly activities and suggestions for all of the family, whether you are travelling to the far north or to Stewart Island, there is something in this book for everyone.

A journey across New Zealand's leading wine regions.

Inspired by the adventure annuals of the 50s and 60s, Flying Furballs Take-off! is a large format full-color collection of stories and fun facts for fans of the hilarious, adventure-filled series Includes: An exciting 25 page full-color comic (split over 4 sections)Maps and character biosHow to draw Flying Furballs charactersA look and find spreadCut-away diagrams of iconic WW1 aircraftPuzzling problems with the code-crackers at Barkly ParkFunnies and comic stripsDogfight tactics and maneuversAnd an outrageous new standalone Furballs story--an excerpt from Major Tom's autobiography High as a Kite! Crammed with illustrations, hilarious antics, hair-raising aerobatic action and amazing facts and diagrams, Flying Furballs Take-Off! is everything you'd expect from a Donovan Bixley book. It is a fun introduction to the world of Flying Furballs for readers new to the existing nine chapter books. Also, Flying Furballs Take-Off! is a great continuation of the series for existing fans.

"When an athlete with an exceptional record of achievement and longevity comes to the end of their career, the numbers can speak for themselves. Ross Taylor has scored the most runs, made the most centuries and taken the most catches by a New Zealander in international cricket. He's the first New Zealand cricketer to play 450 international matches. He's the first player from any country to make 100 international appearances in all three formats of the game: test cricket, one-day internationals and Twenty20. The numbers are extraordinary but they don't tell the whole story. They don't capture the unlikely, if not unique, aspects of Ross Taylor's journey to becoming one of our true sporting greats: the part-Samoan youngster, brought up in humble circumstances and a loving and supportive family environment, who quickly made his mark in a predominantly white sport; the dashing batsman who found fame and fortune amidst the glitz and glamour of the Indian Premier League, then adapted his game in order to realise his ambition of becoming a champion in the most demanding format, test cricket; the young captain whose dream of leading his country turned into a nightmare that took a heavy toll on his well-being; the resilient performer who overcame rejection and adversity to play a central role in New Zealand cricket's golden era. Here is the whole story - in black and white."--Publisher.

Planning for retirement can be a scary thought, whether it is just around the corner or years in the future.

A selected group of NZ writers have chosen a favourite New Zealander to write an essay on. These pieces are personal, illuminating and often moving. Around 5,000 words per essay, the writers had full choice on who to write about and what approach to take, so there is great variety in the styles. Writers are; Lloyd Jones on Paul Melser (potter), Paula Morris on Matiu Rata (politician), Catherine Robertson on Dame Margaret Sparrow (doctor and health advocate), Greg McGee on Ken Gray (all black), Stephanie Johnson on Carole Beu (bookseller), Malcolm Mulholland on Ranginui Walker(academic) Selina Tusitala Marsh on Albert Wendt (writer), Elspeth Sandys on Rewi Alley (writer and activist), and Paul Thomas on John Wright (cricketer).

Poppa reveals a war medal in his hand to his grandson. Manu asks, 'Did you win it?' 'Sort of, a King gave it to me,' the old man says. He then tells Manu how his Anzac platoon rescued the Greek King, Prime Minister and the rest of their party on a Greek Island during World War II.

Extraordinary stories from a lifetime spent conducting interviews. This is the world of the dreaded door-knock from the other side of the door. Trish Palmer has been working as an interviewer and area manager for market research companies for over 20 years, invited into the homes and private lives of an astonishing array of folk from every lifestyle imaginable. Her experiences on the job entail everything from bare bottoms to angry cats, the desperately struggling to the well-off, and everyone in between. There is comedy and sadness, surprises and the downright odd, from witches to boat-builders, dope growers and more. Poignant, hilarious, and always thought-provoking, this is a highly entertaining read.

Retired judge Rosemary Riddell shares her reminiscences of life on the bench, complete with its humour, frustrations and poignant moments. A unique glimpse into a world most of us can only imagine, her story is a fascinating commentary on New Zealand life from the point of view of a woman involved in the top levels of our justice system.

A delightful story for younger children about a Little Rhino who gets really mad but can't explain why. In the end, everything works out just as it should! What Do You Need, Little Rhino? shows children how to find comfort when everything gets too much.

Michael Kenneth Moore was probably New Zealand's last working-class Prime Minister and while the book is inevitably political, it is also a remarkable New Zealand story about an ordinary kiwi achieving extraordinary things.

Donovan Bixley re-tells the story of how Maui captured the secret of fire.

One Lonely Kakapo has been a classic New Zealand counting book since the early 1990s when it won the Russell Clark Award. It combines counting with our native fauna and flora, stunningly illustrated by one of our most celebrated nature artists, with a memorable rhyme kids have loved for generations.

An hilarious tale about an epic event, written from a unique perspective. The Tour Aotearoa is a mountain bike 'brevet' (a timed, long-distance cycling event) covering the length of New Zealand. The writer took part in the 2018 edition of the Tour and wrote about his experiences.

Moon is sad. She feels dull next to her bright happy sister, Sun. She hides away at night until Sun tells Moon how special she is and how she would love to share the sky with her. This beautifully illustrated children's book explains how our differences are our strengths and how together we can make the world a better place!

Charles Upham was the most highly decorated soldier in the Commonwealth forces of WWII, and could arguably be called the bravest soldier of the war. He won two Victoria Crosses (the only combat soldier ever to do so) and in the opinion of his superiors deserved many more.

The Rugby Almanack is the world's longest running rugby book of record.

The New Zealand Cricket Almanack is the cricket lover's bible and is regarded worldwide as one of the finest books of its kind. The 73rd edition contains all the details of another full year of cricket at all levels. As usual, there is a detailed records section and a fascinating collection of the season's happenings.

Flying Furballs, a hilarious action-packed adventure series, captures the romance and excitement of the era at the dawn of aviation - set in a world of cats versus dogs. In "Downfall", Claude D'Bonair uncovers the DOGZ spy at CATS HQ and an epic catfight develops . . . but just who will be left standing?

The year 2020 marks the 150th anniversary of the first game of rugby in Nelson; this book celebrates 150 years of New Zealand's national game, the game more than any other that has helped shape the New Zealand psyche and identity.

The Big O by Patrick Skene is the story of Olsen Filipaina, a New Zealand Hall of Fame rugby league legend who was a pathfinder for the Maori and Pasifika players who today dominate the Australian National Rugby League.

Authoritative record of the NZ 2019 rugby season; 84th year of publication; Indispensable for all serious students of the game

Pussycat, Pussycat includes 'Two Little Kittens', and 'Hey Diddle Diddle', 'The Owl and the Pussycat' and 'Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat', as you've never seen them, with Donovan's beautiful, vibrant, amusing illustrations.

Serena Freeman is a 15-year-old girl with her life ahead of her. From a dysfunctional family on the wrong side of the law, she is determined to escape the prejudices of her community and attend university.

We all love a good joke book, but many of them are boring. It makes sense that joke books for children be colourful and fun! Ainsley Waite started designing wall art and sold it at her local market. Because of the its amazing popularity, Ainsley decided to put the joke-art together in a book. Hence, The First Doolally Daft Blinkin' Bonkers Book.

The New Zealand Cricket Almanack is the cricket lover's bible and is regarded worldwide as one of the finest books of its kind.

Flying Furballs, a hilarious action-packed adventure series, captures the romance and excitement of the era at the dawn of aviation. In Breakout, Claude finds himself in Russia working with an old enemy to save important CAT allies.

In Double Cross (Flying Furballs 6) Claude and Syd are on leave in London when they are called on for one of their most dangerous missions yet. Who is the traitor that is working against CATS?

The colouring book version of the counting book featuring Donovan Bixley's most popular characters from his uniquely Kiwi `Wheels on the Bus' and `Old MacDonald's Farm'. Look out for the milkshake-making cow, the All Black lambs, the cute pink ski-bunny, and the colossal squid and many more of Donovan's vibrant, amusing illustrations.