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Herald names NZ's top business leaders
The New Zealand Herald's pick for the New Zealander of the Year business category. Have your say.

China plan to build 'little NZ'
A $400m "little NZ" to be built in China will create up to 600 Kiwi jobs and open up "unprecedented" opportunities, say Maori involved.

Dream getaway lodge open for business
A luxury lodge has finally opened in Pakiri after a storm of protest over its prominent position on the cliff top overlooking the iconic beach.

End of an era for Kingston Flyer
The historic Kingston Flyer train, stations and railway line are being sold by receivers.

Hilton opens deluxe Taupo hotel
Tourism centre Taupo gets a boost in the arm today with the opening of a luxury hotel.

NZ whale venture scoops top tourism award
Whale Watch Kaikoura has been named the supreme winner at this year's Responsible Tourism Awards in London.

Ski season helps visitor numbers creep up
The number of people staying in commercial accommodation is recovering but is still below levels seen before the financial crisis hit.

Tourism Holdings braced for $1m loss
Tourism Holdings is predicting a first-half loss of up to $1 million as it continues to battle a tough environment.

UK travel tax threat to tourist spending
An increase in British departure taxes could mean visitors have less to spend when they get here, tourism industry experts say.