Justin Bieber shares photos from New Zealand trip and performs in Russell

Canadian singer Justin Bieber has confirmed a recent visit to New Zealand by sharing various photos on Instagram. The 32-year-old posted images of himself participating in activities such as golfing, fishing, clay target shooting, and riding a helicopter. He also shared content of friends using body boards on sand dunes.

During his time in the North Island, Bieber was reportedly seen at the Tara Iti Golf Club in Mangawhai. Other reported locations include Kauri Cliffs, The Landing, and a luxury clay bird shooting venue called The Range.

Bieber reportedly provided an impromptu piano performance at The Duke of Marlborough in the Bay of Islands. Restaurant co-owner Anton Haagh said Bieber, who was with seven others, played modern music on a baby grand piano but did not sing. Haagh described the experience as "really surreal".

The singer's social media posts included photos with friends, such as Australian entrepreneur Nick Molnar and pastor Judah Smith. Bieber's recent travels also included a performance at the Coachella Music Festival in California in April.

How it developed

• Sun 18 Oct, 1:23pmCo-owner Anton Haagh provided details of Bieber's impromptu piano performance, noting he played modern music without singing and was accompanied by seven others.

Where reports differ

• One report states approximately 30 locals attended the performance at The Duke of Marlborough, while another report says about 50 people were inside the restaurant.

Compiled from reports by Stuff, NZ Herald, 1News and Otago Daily Times.