“Hobbit” mania is in full swing in ... there are still several parties and advance screenings planned around town. Meanwhile, Tourism New Zealand and Warner Brothers have teamed up for ...

Hobbiton at Matamata on New Zealand’s North Island is the location of the hobbit village in the Lord Of The Rings films and will continue to operate as a tourist park once The Hobbit crew depart.

"I don't think the town ... Hobbit after being burned to the ground for The Return of the King. After punters finish their tour of the set, they will be able to enjoy a swift beer in the pub ...

Photo: CRAIG SIMCOX/Fairfax NZ The cast and crew of 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey', pose infront of an Air New Zealand Hobbit-inspired 777-300 in Wellington, New Zealand. Photo by Laura ...

Hobbit fans and media have descended on New Zealand for an exclusive Hobbit tour and screening of the final film in the trilogy. The Hobbit Fan Fellowship is made up of 75 fans and 40 ...

Mark Harrison, an Auckland actor and founder of the Keep The Hobbit Film Shoot in NZ page on Facebook, is leading the call for actors, all other related trades and the public to join in a show of ...