About this episode

The episode explores Rainbow Valley, an alternative community in New Zealand celebrating its 50th anniversary.

Rainbow Valley in Golden Bay is one of New Zealand's longest running alternative communities. Country Life paid the community a visit last year as it turned 50 years old. You can find photos and read more about this story here . With thanks to: The Rainbow Valley community Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Topics covered

• alternative communities
• New Zealand
• Rainbow Valley
• society
• culture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rainbow Valley community

Places: Rainbow Valley, Golden Bay

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