TourismNZ hot spot for summer tourismNew Zealand is enjoying its best summer for overseas tourist arrivals but operators are worried that demand from our most important market, Australia, could be dented by the fall in the value of the Aussie dollar.01 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldBulldozers lurk for Earls CourtIt has housed the world's largest water chute, welcomed the Empire of India exhibition and hosted David Bowie and the most disastrous concert of his career.13 Dec 04:00 PM
AirlinesChinese airlines swoop inChina's big three state-owned airlines are spreading their wings and heading for New Zealand this summer and have room for the number of flights to double.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAmerica's Cup in Bermuda a tough sellEconomic Development Minister Steven Joyce has confirmed it would be harder to justify government funding if the America's Cup is Bermuda-bound in 2017.30 Nov 04:00 PM
TourismForeign worker limits 'choking tourism'Tourist operators say a chronic labour shortage because of problems hiring overseas workers could choke the booming tourism sector.09 Nov 04:00 PM
TourismKey issues warning to tourist industry'I'm deadly serious, I will close you down'. The Prime Minister has issued a stern warning to adventure tourism operators over safety breaches.03 Nov 09:05 PM
EntertainmentHobbit fans descend on NZHobbit fans and media have descended on New Zealand for an exclusive Hobbit tour and screening of the final film in the trilogy.02 Nov 05:46 AM
New ZealandLoving Aucklands tourist lifeFrench tourists Caroline Claudon and Alexis Rebours chose Auckland to begin their working holiday but a clean break from big cities was what they hoped for.22 Oct 04:00 PM
TourismTV show introduces 400m Chinese to NZTourism New Zealand says it has scored a $170 million coup after more than 400 million viewers across China tuned in for the reality show <i>"Dad, where are we going?"</i>.21 Oct 12:50 AM
TourismNZ surfing the superyacht waveA study of the superyacht industry has found visiting vessels generated more than $40 million for New Zealand last summer - which could rocket if facilities were expanded.30 Sep 04:00 PM
TourismJohn Key tops tourism's wishlistTourist industry leaders have a short wishlist for the next John Key Government and topping it is having the Prime Minister continue in the tourism portfolio.23 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessTourism aims to beat ministry forecastsThe tourism industry wants to outperform Government forecasts to cement its position as one of New Zealand's biggest export sectors.09 Sep 05:00 PM
TourismReality show raises NZ profileNew Zealand has scored a starring role in China's most popular reality TV show.07 Sep 05:00 PM
AirlinesSpending by tourists continues to surgeTotal visitor spending in New Zealand grew by 11 per cent to $7.1 billion in the past year, driven by strong growth from the United States, Germany and China.14 Aug 12:29 AM
TourismTourism chief no stranger to firing lineChris Roberts is no stranger to being in the firing line.29 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandChain strung across Hole in RockA chain stretched across an entrance to the Hole in the Rock scenic marine attraction in the Bay of Islands has been removed after being deemed a navigational hazard.26 Jul 02:54 AM
New ZealandTougher route for touristsTourist drivers are being quizzed and in some cases denied their hired vehicle as the industry looks at ways to improve safety.08 Jul 05:00 PM
AirlinesHoliday arrivals hit new highOverseas holiday arrivals hit a new high last month, reaching 64,000 - up 12.8 per cent on the same month a year ago.24 Jun 05:00 PM
TourismHotel sector's 'golden years'New Zealand hotels are on the brink of "golden years" thanks to more international visitor spending but room rates have to increase to make top-end hotels more viable.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil delay decision on Hobsonville rezoningA 20ha block of land at Hobsonville set aside for the marine industry will now be used for housing after a vote by Auckland councillors today.12 Jun 12:37 AM
TourismInside word on state of tourismOf the 83 million Chinese who travelled overseas last year, about 240,000 came here.27 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesSpending by tourists soars 18 per centSpending by tourists is up 18 per cent in the past year as the tourism industry continues its recovery from tough times.21 May 05:30 PM
TourismNZ's glacier tourism industry potentially under threatNew Zealand's multimillion-dollar glacier tourism industry is potentially under threat by ongoing glacial retreat, according to a university researcher.09 May 04:02 AM
TourismFacebook says apps key to travelFacebook has advice for New Zealand travel firms: get a good app.29 Apr 05:00 PM
Freight and logistics$190m plan targets superyacht ownersA new partnership between tourism agencies and the marine industry aims to double spending by wealthy superyacht owners and their crew to $190 million a year.20 Apr 05:30 PM
RoyalsRoyal visit provides boost industryThe royals have crossed the Ditch but those they visited in New Zealand are seeing signs of an economic legacy.16 Apr 04:15 PM
RoyalsFood fit for a kingPremium NZ lamb, beef and seafood - from Waiheke Island in the north to Dunedin in the south - will be laid out for the the royal media pack tomorrow.04 Apr 03:15 PM
AirlinesMiddle Earth tourism upA successful Middle- earth marketing campaign appears to be driving a resurgence in Western visitors to New Zealand, according to a new report.27 Mar 03:15 PM
TourismTickling tourists' tastebudsAuckland Airport is backing a push to attract food tourists to New Zealand from emerging markets.25 Mar 03:15 PM
TourismTourism chiefs hope for $41b revenue +videoA decade ago tourism revenue was growing at around 6 per cent a year. Average spending per visitor was close to $3000 and international tourism topped dairy as our top export earner.23 Mar 06:30 PM
AirlinesAir NZ tempts Japanese with cheap faresAir New Zealand has launched a campaign to attract Japanese travellers by offering special fares 30 per cent below the standard lead-in fares.18 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandSnedden in clash over cycle trackTourism chief Martin Snedden is fighting construction of a concrete cycleway running past the family holiday home even though it is considered a boon for tourists.06 Jan 04:30 PM
