BDBDTourismSkyCity convention deadline extendedThe New Zealand government and SkyCity Entertainment Group are giving themselves another fortnight to cut a deal on the terms for the casino and hotel operator to build a $402 million convention centre in Auckland in exchange for regulatory concessions.13 Jun 09:00 PM
TourismDunedin's hotel tower plan rejectedControversial plans for a $100 million 27-level Dunedin hotel have been knocked back.04 Jun 09:45 PM
TourismIs the Captain Cook sunk?Scarfie favourite, Dunedin's Captain Cook Tavern, could close by the middle of this month.03 Jun 08:15 PM
New ZealandVibrant Auckland a must see - NY TimesA New York Times write-up has lauded Auckland as a must-see travel destination for its vibrancy and homegrown products.29 May 05:30 PM
AgribusinessSorry China: Ex-Fonterra headFormer Fonterra chairman Sir Henry van der Heyden has apologised to China, its people and Government for telling an audience never to trust the Chinese.28 May 01:45 AM
TourismTourism drive attempts to hook big-spending overseas golfersTourism New Zealand is hoping to double the number of international tourists who come here to play golf as part of a new strategy to attract higher spending visitors.21 May 05:30 PM
Freight and logisticsNZ missing boat on cruises: expertA cruise industry consultant says New Zealand risks missing out on most of the boom in the sector by not giving passengers what they want.21 May 05:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Push needed to hold mass appeal eventsSometimes it takes an outside eye to reveal the full extent of a change in circumstance.19 May 05:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: SkyCity deal too soft on social issuesEditorial: The benefits in terms of new business, growth and jobs are readily apparent. The other side of the story is, however, less alluring.13 May 05:30 PM
TourismConvention centre at new heightsMoller Architects' Gordon Moller and son Craig have been working with SkyCity Entertainment Group for some years.13 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandLabour, Greens slam SkyCity dealLabour and the Greens have slammed a deal announced for a new convention centre in Auckland today, saying the Government has handed SkyCity a licence to print money.13 May 01:04 AM
BDBDConstructionSkyCity shares jump to 5-year highSkyCity shares have jumped after details of a controversial convention centre deal with the Government were announced today.13 May 12:30 AM
ConstructionSkyCity's deal unveiled: 230 more pokiesDetails of the controversial SkyCity convention centre deal with the Government have been announced, with the listed casino operator paying $402m for the new centre.12 May 10:45 PM
OpinionMartin Snedden: Adventure tourism is getting much saferAdventure tourism inherently carries risk, writes Martin Sneddon. But the customer has a right to expect that avoidable risks are eliminated.08 May 10:00 PM
LifestyleWedding tourists to try MaoriA Kiwi wedding is on the list for a serial bride and groom who are "marrying" their way around the world.04 May 05:30 PM
BDBDFreight and logisticsAuckland Airport not profiteering - regulatorAuckland International Airport isn't profiteering and is a expecting reasonable return over the coming four years, according to the antitrust regulator.29 Apr 09:30 PM
TourismTourism trends from A to ZThe annual tourist industry showcase attracted over 1000 people this week. The Herald examines some key themes emerging from the $23 billion industry and why it is bouncing back.26 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandGovernment may fund Queenstown convention centreThe Government may contribute funding to a proposed convention centre in Queenstown, Prime Minister John Key says.25 Apr 02:10 AM
TourismDoC aims to boost islands' tourismThe Department of Conservation is working with other groups to open a multi-day visitor experience on Rangitoto and Motutapu and wants the tourism industry to come up with ideas on how to run it.23 Apr 05:30 PM
TourismVisitor attacks put tourist sector at riskA tourism chief is warning part of New Zealand's $100 million-plus marketing push overseas could be wasted if visitors continue to get attacked in this country.22 Apr 05:30 PM
TourismTourism boss: We're not too expensiveA tourism boss has defended New Zealand against claims it has a growing reputation as an expensive international destination.22 Apr 12:05 AM
TourismRainbow ruling lures pot of Aussie goldAustralian gay and lesbian couples are already lining up to marry in New Zealand, with marriage equality advocates estimating it will pump millions into the economy.18 Apr 05:30 PM
