Twizel photographer Jeff Ng took took the photo at Lake Ruataniwha. Photo: Jeff NgTwizel astrophotography enthusiast Jeff Ng says the region has seen a few auroras lately, after he captured a magnificent view on Saturday night. The Airbnb owner with a passion for photography took the colourful photo at Lake Ruataniwha about 10.30pm. Twizel is located within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, one of two reserves in the country, with the other being in Wairarapa. The reserve spans 4367 square kilometres, with other parts of the South Island certified as dark sky sanctuaries, including the more recent Tāhuna Glenorchy Sanctuary.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 15, 2026 03:27 UTC