Professor Larry Fischer returns with his children, Pete and Deb to their birthplace, New Zealand, after many years spent in England. But this proves to be the start of a family feud, starting with the scholar being arrested at the airport. And it's not only because of their beautiful vintage car, The Flying Kiwi. The family soon discovers that they have powerful enemies who want their house, land... and the Flying Kiwi itself.

Tiki is an ancient Maori amulet that puzzles Professor Fischer. What is the secret of the ancient Maori tiki, and why does it have a hold over Deb? The mysterious Maori talisman strengthens its hold on Deb.

Shady characters want to take possession of the Tiki. Deb appears to be in the grip of an ancient Maori tribe.