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
TourismKeep some tourism funding in NZ - SneddenOne leader says some of the Government's $158 million boost for promoting tourism should stay in this country.16 Apr 05:30 PM
TourismAuckland moves to cash in on travellersAuckland city's tourism and economic development body is hoping for a big return from a major conference for travel industry leaders from around the world.14 Apr 05:30 PM
TourismLove boats' romance with NZ shoresWith more than 1.1 million passenger days spent in New Zealand, the country's ports have survived the biggest cruise season on record - but only just.11 Apr 05:30 PM
TourismNational appeal to help DoC gets underwayA national appeal to help a cash strapped government department will get underway today.10 Apr 08:29 PM
TourismDoC cuts alarm tourism operatorsA tourist industry group is worried about the impact of cuts at the Department of Conservation while another organisation says more charging for visitors is inevitable.09 Apr 05:30 PM
TourismCall to free up tourismA Government-commissioned report into the booming Chinese tourism market finds visa processes should be streamlined to encourage travel by "low risk" high-spending visitors.09 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: On nudity, burgers and other weighty mattersLike many, I have the occasional dream in which I've arrived somewhere - usually on a form of public transport - stark naked.08 Apr 11:00 PM