New Zealand Docos
New Zealand has a rich tradition of quality documentary-making. We may not be able to get Merita Mita's 'Patu' but we do have the searing social commentary of 'In A Land of Plenty' or 'Out of Sight'. Look into New Zealand's history with 'The New Zealand Wars' or 'The Toogood Years'. These are New Zealand stories made by New Zealanders and a great treasure for us here.
Pictured: The tragic story of the Wahine ferry disaster is told in 'Shipwreck! Deadly Harbour'
Beautiful New Zealand: The Four Seasons (2006)
In a country where the landscape confronts one at every corner, it is hard not to be affected by its beauty. From its rugged mountains to idyllic beac... Read more
Pioneering Aviation in New Zealand (2006)
Four programmes covering the history and innovations of New Zealand's aviation industry. Includes 'Boeing 737 - 25 Years in Kiwi Service'; 'Flying the... Read more
Who Laughs Last?: A Documentary About Roger Hall (2006)
8.5/10
Director: Shirley Horrocks
Starring: Peter Elliott, John Clarke, Ginette McDonald, Fiona Samuel, Roger Hall, Grant Ti...
One of New Zealand's best known playwrights, Roger Hall has been tickling the kiwi funnybone for 30 years. This documentary from Shirley Horrocks inv... Read more
Hunger for the Wild: Series 1 (2006)
Director: Peter Young
Starring: Steve Logan, Alister Brown
Steve Logan and Al Brown share a love for fishing, hunting and the great outdoors. They also run one of New Zealand's best fine-dining restaurants, Lo... Read more
No Latitude for Error / No Good Calling For Mum (2006)
Starring: Sir Peter Blake
'No Latitude for Error' - Until the Jules Verne Trophy, nobody could be certain that 80 days around the world by sail was even possible. This tale of... Read more
Kiwi Kitchen: Series 1 (2006)
Starring: Richard Till
From muttonbird on Stewart Island, to a Central Otago high-country roast, to Bombe Alaska created by a TV chef from days gone by. Travelling the leng... Read more
Manapouri: The Toughest Tunnel (2006)
In 1964 more than 1000 men confronted seemingly insurmountable odds, undertaking New Zealand's largest ever construction project - a hydroelectric pow... Read more
Lindon Puffin's Figure 8000: A Road Movie (2006)
Director: Lindon Puffin
2 guys - 4 islands - 8000kms - 1 dodgy motorhome. Ride alongside folk/punk's lunch-time legend Lindon Puffin as he attempts a liverbending 108 night n... Read more
The Living Room: Series 3 (2006)
5.6/10
Director: Simon Baumfield, Mark Albiston, Nathan Morris, James Anderson, Makerita Urale
Starring: Steve Abel, Tusiata Avia, Rod Bridgeman, Ed Davis, Caitlin Devoy, Grenell Family...
From Sticky Pictures comes the award-winning third season of the show that showcases Aotearoa's creative culture. With inspirational and creative 'ho... Read more
Country Calendar: A Celebration of 40 Years (2006)
To celebrate "Country Calendar's" 40th Birthday, TVNZ presents a collection of stories, featuring a special hour-long episode tracing the history of "... Read more