BDBDEconomyRugby World Cup brings 75,000 visitor surgeVisitor numbers climbed by more than a quarter in September as an inflow of people for the Rugby World Cup arrived in New Zealand.20 Oct 11:10 PM
WorldParis' Ritz aims to become 'palace'The hotel which has welcomed celebrity guests from Coco Chanel to Diana, Princess of Wales, is closing for two years.19 Oct 04:30 PM
WorldSiberian region says it has Yeti proofBold claim comes after a gathering of "Yeti experts" in Siberia's Kemerovo region.10 Oct 07:18 PM
TourismWestin exit lifts Hilton: ConsultantThe departure of hotel operator Westin from Auckland strengthens the position of Hilton Auckland, a hotel consultant says. 27 Sep 04:30 PM
Small BusinessRugby World Cup campervans upset campground ownersRotorua campground owners are upset that Rugby World Cup fans are parking up campervans at the lakefront - and not heading to their businesses.26 Sep 11:15 PM
RetailRugby World Cup spending bonanza slow to take offThe business spin-off from the Rugby World Cup is turning into a game where the bounce of the ball is crucial.23 Sep 05:30 PM
TourismFirst Rugby World Cup visitors show up in statsMore than 4,000 international visitors to New Zealand who arrived last month are here for the Rugby World Cup, latest figures from Statistics New Zealand show.20 Sep 11:15 PM
