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Early surge as new visa-free pathway boosts tourism arrivals

New Zealand’s new visa-free travel pathway for eligible Chinese and Pacific travellers holding Australian visas is already delivering a tourism boost, with more than...

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Sector unites at Taranaki Tourism Summit to shape regional visitor economy

Taranaki’s tourism sector gathered this week for the Taranaki Tourism Summit, bringing together operators, iwi, industry leaders and regional partners to explore the region’s...

Wētā Workshop Unleashed celebrates Innovation Win at Bizzy Awards

Wētā Workshop Unleashed has taken home the Innovation Award at the 2025 Bizzy Awards November 26- a recognition that Wētā Workshop Head of Tourism...

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Surprise chicks found as rare kiwi pukupuku population grows

Two kiwi pukupuku (little spotted kiwi) chicks have been uplifted from a recently rediscovered population in South Westland, offering early evidence that the species...

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Major events package delivers initial $5m boost for 2026 line-up

The Government has released the first tranche of major events funding for 2026, confirming support for international and homegrown music acts, sports fixtures, and...

Air New Zealand delivers world-first SYNTHONY in the Sky inflight concert

Air New Zealand has transformed a Tasman crossing into a live concert venue, delivering the first-ever SYNTHONY in the Sky experience onboard NZ1331 and...

MSC Group appoints Katrina McAlpine to lead ANZ cruise operations

Cruise industry executive Katrina McAlpine has been appointed managing director, Australia and New Zealand, for the MSC Group’s Cruise Division, overseeing both MSC Cruises...

DOC sting operation stops illegal export of rare geckos

A South Korean citizen has been sentenced in the Manukau District Court for purchasing and attempting to export jewelled geckos/moko kākāriki, a protected native...

Wētā Workshop Unleashed marks five years and 450,000 visitors

Wētā Workshop Unleashed is celebrating its fifth anniversary, marking five years since the immersive attraction opened at SkyCity Auckland and welcoming more than 450,000...
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