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Winter festivals set to boost hospitality

Major food and drink events are expected to deliver a welcome boost for hospitality businesses during August, with Restaurant Month in Auckland, Visa Wellington...

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MEETINGS sets new business record

MEETINGS 2026 generated a record NZ$170 million in projected business, a 55 per cent increase on last year, according to Business Events Industry Aotearoa. Held...

Global tourism trends to headline TECNZ conference

The Tourism Export Council of New Zealand has unveiled the programme for its 2026 annual conference, bringing together economists, tourism leaders and international travel...

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TAANZ launches training initiative

The Travel Agents' Association of New Zealand has launched a co-funded training initiative with ServiceIQ to help travel businesses develop and retain skilled staff. The...

Government invests $800,000 to boost AI tourism searches

The Government is investing $800,000 to help ensure New Zealand tourism businesses are more visible through artificial intelligence-powered travel searches. Funded through the International Visitor...

NZ Airports appoints chief executive

NZ Airports has appointed Graeme Sharman as chief executive, with the aviation and infrastructure specialist taking up the role on August 1. Graeme succeeds Billie...

Whakapapa lodge gets major refresh

A refurbished lodge at Whakapapa Holiday Park is offering a warmer and more comfortable stay for visitors following a major upgrade by the Department...

Tourism NZ prepares industry for AI

Tourism New Zealand has completed a nationwide series of workshops to help tourism operators adapt to the growing use of artificial intelligence in travel...
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