Saddle up for a leisurely tour of the pioneering landscapes of the Hauraki Plains on a cycle journey along the Hauraki Rail Trail, writes Ceana Priest.
Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit built sets on location in the town of Matamata, and New Zealand was changed forever. In new interviews, residents, Maori leaders, and the owner of the tourist attraction speak on the 20-year impact.
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