Small BusinessB&B 'free' to charge $1600 - and risk scaring tourists off43,000 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.05 May 07:35 AM
Small BusinessRWC B&B shock quote - $1600 a nightA 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.04 May 11:45 PM
AirlinesCheaper flights tipped as Air NZ unveils Virgin Blue allianceA proposed Tasman alliance between rivals Air New Zealand and Virgin Blue has both companies promising lower fares.03 May 03:30 AM
InvestmentRWC rental alert - tell your insurer firstHomeowners 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.03 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandChinese audiences treated to NZ filmsA 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.02 May 04:00 PM
WorldBali police round-up the gigolosThe "Kuta cowboys" who offer friendship to tourists face an uncertain future, thanks to an uproar provoked by a warts-and-all documentary.01 May 10:06 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand baffles Top Model contestantsThey met "May-oris" wearing "butt flaps", posed with "horny beasts", and were confused about their geography.01 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandOutlook brighter for QueenstownLake Wakatipu's brimming water level rose no further overnight and dropped slightly today, easing the risk of flooding in Queenstown.01 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandFalling water levels ease flood riskRiver flow levels and a minimal rain forecast suggest Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu might only rise by a further 10cm.30 Apr 01:18 AM
TourismRWC warning issued over misleading rental claimsHomeowners exploiting others with misleading claims about their properties ahead of the World Cup are sounded a warning by industry leaders.28 Apr 04:51 AM
Small BusinessRWC safe from liquor law changesClosing times at 4am could put a dampener on RWC festivities but the Government says any changes would likely come in after 2011.27 Apr 12:20 AM
TravelStorm clouds over freedom camping 'birthright'Freedom camping could become anything but under proposals designed to stop tourists disrespecting their surroundings.24 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandTrio resolves $17m lotto disputeA battle between three friends over a $17m prize has been settled on the day a trial was due to begin.19 Apr 07:15 AM
New ZealandLotto winner almost misses deadlineA tardy but lucky Aucklander has claimed a $500k Lotto prize, just one day before it expired.19 Apr 05:29 AM
Opinion<i>David Morris:</i> A good try, but rugby tourist numbers just don't add upLet's cut the rubbish that's being hyped about the Rugby World Cup and its effect on tourism, writes David Morris.18 Apr 04:00 PM
TourismFewer UK fans expected for RWC 2011Estimates from the Ministry of Tourism point to lower numbers of British rugby fans traveling here for the 2011 World Cup.12 Apr 11:00 PM
TourismInternational guest nights up in FebruaryOverseas visitors spent 1.7 million guest nights in commercial accommodation in February.12 Apr 12:16 AM
AirlinesAir NZ to code share with Continental AirlinesA new agreement gives Air NZ access to parts of the US not previously available with its current airline partners.09 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil charged $100,000 for blocking Waiheke airfield revampThe Auckland Regional Council has been ordered to pay almost $100,000 to a developer.06 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandNeighbours give Shore 'love motel' cold shoulderA bid to set up a North Shore version of a Brazilian "love motel" has struck trouble after neighbouring businesses withdrew offers to hire out their carparking spaces on busy nights.05 Apr 04:00 PM
