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Milford Sound braces for Chinese New Year surge after record summer start

A further spike in visitation is expected at Piopiotahi Milford Sound over Chinese New Year, following record-breaking December and January numbers. The 2026 Chinese New...

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Te Pae reports strong year for international conventions

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre says it has delivered a record year for international business events, citing strong delegate feedback and a growing pipeline...

NZICC officially opens, with more than 120 events confirmed for 2026

The New Zealand International Convention Centre has officially opened in Auckland, marking a significant expansion of the country’s business events and large-scale exhibition capacity. Tourism...

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Ruapehu mayor says Government response on Chateau ‘encouraging but cautious’

Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says the Government’s response to council’s parliamentary petition to save the Chateau Tongariro Hotel is encouraging, but lacks ambition. The Government...

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Ruapehu mayor says Government response on Chateau ‘encouraging but cautious’

Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says the Government’s response to council’s parliamentary petition to save the Chateau Tongariro Hotel is encouraging, but lacks ambition. The Government...

Whakatipu View trail opens at Coronet Peak

A new beginner-friendly downhill mountain bike trail has opened at Coronet Peak, expanding summer riding options in the Whakatipu basin. The 5km Whakatipu View trail...

Coromandel roads reopened in time for Waitangi Day long weekend

All roads across the Coromandel Peninsula were reopened ahead of the Waitangi Day long weekend, with local hospitality operators encouraging visitors back to the...

Electric hydrofoiling passenger vessel to be trialled on Lake Whakatipu

A next-generation electric hydrofoiling passenger vessel will be trialled on Lake Whakatipu this month, as part of early work exploring future passenger connections between...

DOC issues fines as visitors bring ‘canine tourists’ into Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park

Department of Conservation staff are reminding visitors that dogs are not permitted in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park after issuing seven infringement notices in less...
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