Ōpōtiki offers a quieter way into New Zealand’s eastern Bay of Plenty, where coastal dunes, rainforest tracks, and sacred lowland forest sit close to town. From the remote Pakihi Track to the sea-facing Dunes Trail, these walks reveal a rich, nature-first side of the region.

Pack talk

WILD reviews the Cotopaxi Teca Calido Hooded Reversible Jacket, a jack of almost all trades that does a little extra for people and the planet.

New Caledonia offers far more than a quick tropical break near Australia. From the open landscapes of Bourail to Nouméa’s waterfront cafés and the rainforest silence of Blue River Park, this French-Pacific escape rewards travellers who slow down and explore.

WILD reviews The North Face Summit Series Mountain Gore-Tex Pro Jacket and Bib, including fit, durability, weather protection and alpine performance.

We explain Gore-Tex ePE technology and explore what the shift to PFAS-free membranes means for Arc'teryx outerwear users.

The Asolo Acadia Mid Leather GTX is put to the test across trails, coast and alpine country.

Lightweight sleep system tested in cool conditions

A yearbook celebrating Oceania downhill racing

Norco's Torrent DH, built for bike park laps

New upgrades to the Tallboy

East Gippsland feels worlds away from Melbourne — a place of wild estuaries, overgrown forests, towering coastal dunes, and remote walking trails. From the solitude of Croajingolong National Park to paddling the Gippsland Lakes, this corner of eastern Victoria rewards those willing to venture further.