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'Late stage cancer' but promoter of theatrical bomb still seeking comeback

Businessman optimistic despite $12m production's closure after weeks of non-payments.

January was Hawke's Bay's biggest tourism month

International tourists drove the increase, especially our friends from across the ditch.

Tourism jobs 'tarred with a certain brush'

According to research, young people have bad perceptions of a career in tourism.

Why Lucy's back on board with House of Travel

Travel agent says the increasingly fragmented booking market works in its favour.

Airlines admit 'disturbing' seat cameras on NZ flights

Singapore and United Airlines admit some local flights have cameras aboard.

'Chokingly excessive': Shane Jones blasts Air NZ fares

Air New Zealand will slash airfares but Shane Jones warns it may not make a difference.

Jet boat community in 'total shock' after death

The boat skidded 40 metres along a bank after leaving the river.

Ghost pools: Photos reveal Waiwera in decrepit state

The hot pools have been closed for a year, and renovations have been halted.

Heather du Plessis-Allan: China squeezing 'reckless' NZ

Don't blame China - NZ has been acting so recklessly it's almost invited this reaction.

Audrey Young: Relationship with China a diplomatic mess

COMMENT: Peters described the relationship as excellent. Deluded or pretending?

Govt on the defensive over China

Opposition claims relations between the two nations are under threat.

SkyCity half-year result, NZICC update due tomorrow

SkyCity will give an update on progress of the troubled International Convention Centre.

Tourist hotspot working on local tax on top of govt levy

Although tourism growth is level ing off Queenstown is still feeling the pressure

Flybnb? Home share site breaking into the transport market

Airbnb wants to get you to your rental with new airline and ground transport partners

NZ's tourism tax catching on in Barcelona, Venice

Travelling to the most popular destinations could become more expensive.

Family watched in horror as tourist killed by bus

Bus driver is thought to have not seen the man prior to running him over.

Spring breaks: Tourism NZ tactics draw in visitors

Promoting off-peak tourism has helped boost numbers in spring.

Kiwi-flavoured lubricants, goats' milk face masks make better souvenirs

Products connected with NZ's 100% Pure branding will do well, tourism expert says.