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Tourism supports 327,888 jobs as spending hits $46.6b

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Figures released by Stats NZ show tourism continues to be a major driver of the New Zealand economy, supporting 327,888 jobs directly and indirectly...

Tourism spending reaches $46.6b in year to March 2025

Air New Zealand posts $59m first-half loss amid engine delays

New Domestic Visitor Survey offers fresh insight into Kiwi travel

Tourism and hospitality sector will thrive when its workers do – AUT report

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Delegates today, tourists tomorrow

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Research released recently at the newly opened New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) shows multi-day conferences are doing far more than hosting meetings —...
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Business events sector delivers $925m in 2025, new research finds

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New research released at the New Zealand International Convention Centre shows multi-day conferences and business events contributed $925 million to New Zealand’s economy in...

Te Pae reports strong year for international conventions

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

New research highlights long-term legacy of business events in Christchurch

NZ International Convention Centre awarded Qualmark Gold ahead of opening

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Jetstar to launch seasonal Christchurch–Perth flights

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Christchurch Airport will add Perth to its Australian network, with Jetstar confirming new seasonal direct services from October 2026 to March 2027. The non-stop flights...

Flavours of Plenty returns with almost 60 events

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Christchurch Airport Spitfire removed for refurbishment

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The iconic Spitfire at Christchurch Airport’s Spitfire Square retail precinct was carefully removed on Friday morning for refurbishment. The aircraft is a replica of the...

Flavours of Plenty returns with almost 60 events

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Tickets are now on sale for almost 60 events in this year’s Flavours of Plenty Festival, with Tourism Bay of Plenty unveiling its 2026...

Hotel Catalina to open on Lyall Bay waterfront

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A new beachfront hospitality venue, Hotel Catalina, will open in Lyall Bay on Monday, March 2, operating from the former Spruce Goose site. The venue...

DOC suspends Tongariro shuttle operator after weather breach

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A transport company providing visitor shuttles to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing has had its Department of Conservation concession suspended for two weeks after operating...

Brand USA spotlights 2026 milestone year in trans-Tasman trade push

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Brand USA has concluded a series of trade and media events in New Zealand and Australia, highlighting 2026 as a milestone year for travel...
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