Opinion<i>Martin Snedden:</i> Rugby profiteering will hurt NZTaint the Rugby World Cup by irresponsible profiteering within any aspect of hosting the event as a nation and we'll suffer badly.12 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandHunt for $250,000 Lotto ticketRuawai residents are emptying their handbags to try to find an unclaimed $250,000 lotto ticket - but some have already had a win.12 May 01:37 AM
WorldDark days in DisneylandFor staff at Disneyland Paris, there's a less magical side to the Kingdom, with long hours and job cuts reportedly leading some to suicide.08 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandBungy horror: Woman slips out of harnessThrill Seeker Adventures was closed today following an incident which saw a woman plunge into the Waiau River after a bungy jumping mishap.08 May 07:00 AM
Small BusinessRWC minister issues hotels price-gouge warningMurray McCully has written to the Hotel Council asking it to persuade its members not to risk damaging NZ's reputation by over-charging.07 May 12:00 AM
OpinionBrian Rudman<i>Brian Rudman:</i> Tax on hospitality cowboys might trim our $507m bill06 May 04:00 PM
TourismRugby fans set sights on private propertiesAs hotels begin cashing in on next year's Rugby World Cup by increasing prices, interest in private homes is also picking up pace.06 May 04:00 PM
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
