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Rugby cup boss warns greedy providers
The boss of the Rugby World Cup has warned that hoteliers and renters looking to make a fast buck have the potential to harm NZ's reputation.
<i>Martin Snedden:</i> Rugby profiteering will hurt NZ
Taint the Rugby World Cup by irresponsible profiteering within any aspect of hosting the event as a nation and we'll suffer badly.
Hunt for $250,000 Lotto ticket
Ruawai residents are emptying their handbags to try to find an unclaimed $250,000 lotto ticket - but some have already had a win.
Dark days in Disneyland
For staff at Disneyland Paris, there's a less magical side to the Kingdom, with long hours and job cuts reportedly leading some to suicide.
Bungy horror: Woman slips out of harness
Thrill Seeker Adventures was closed today following an incident which saw a woman plunge into the Waiau River after a bungy jumping mishap.
RWC minister issues hotels price-gouge warning
Murray McCully has written to the Hotel Council asking it to persuade its members not to risk damaging NZ's reputation by over-charging.
Rugby fans set sights on private properties
As hotels begin cashing in on next year's Rugby World Cup by increasing prices, interest in private homes is also picking up pace.
B&B 'free' to charge $1600 - and risk scaring tourists off
43,000 people may be in Auckland for the Rugby World Cup finals, but "reckless" pricing from hospitality providers could drive business out of town, says Tourism Auckland's CEO.
RWC B&B shock quote - $1600 a night
A Yorkshire woman was horrified to discover she had been quoted NZ$1600 for a one-night stay in a Mt Eden bed and breakfast during next year's Rugby World Cup.
Cheaper flights tipped as Air NZ unveils Virgin Blue alliance
A proposed Tasman alliance between rivals Air New Zealand and Virgin Blue has both companies promising lower fares.
RWC rental alert - tell your insurer first
Homeowners looking to rent their properties out for the Rugby World Cup have been warned to let their insurance company know - or risk being hit with the bill if damage is done.
Chinese audiences treated to NZ films
A New Zealand film festival to screen in China next month is aimed at showing Chinese audiences that anyone in New Zealand can be a successful film-maker.
Bali police round-up the gigolos
The "Kuta cowboys" who offer friendship to tourists face an uncertain future, thanks to an uproar provoked by a warts-and-all documentary.
New Zealand baffles Top Model contestants
They met "May-oris" wearing "butt flaps", posed with "horny beasts", and were confused about their geography.
Outlook brighter for Queenstown
Lake Wakatipu's brimming water level rose no further overnight and dropped slightly today, easing the risk of flooding in Queenstown.
Falling water levels ease flood risk
River flow levels and a minimal rain forecast suggest Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu might only rise by a further 10cm.