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Kiwis set to reap big RWC dividend
Next year thousands of cashed-up rugby-going foreigners will invade NZ shores.But how much will they be prepared to pay for a comfy bed and their own kitchen during the World Cup?

Barcelona: Prankster draws a line with tourists
A mystery graffiti protester is dividing Barcelona's old quarter streets into separate lanes for the tourists and the "normal" Barcelonans.

Fun on the slopes as Turoa opens
Jason Price spent a freezing night in his car so he could be among the first snowboarders on Turoa's slopes yesterday.

<i>Pravin Gordhan:</i> South Africa a winner whoever carries off World Cup
Will the billions spent by Sth Africa on the Fifa World Cup pay off?

Tourist who died on glacier was off to see the world
John Parisis had just been made redundant and was ready to travel the world - starting with a month-long trip around NZ.

Jetstar launches daily Akl - Singapore flights
Low-cost airline Jetstar is launching a new daily direct service between Auckland and Singapore in time for the Rugby World Cup.

<i>Paul Holmes</i>: Fantasies for all on these islands
We've taken a week off and have escaped what is shaping up to be a rather aggressive winter and have come here for a treat.

Rugby World Cup strike risk
Strike action was last night threatening to disrupt the Rugby World Cup, with hotel and restaurant staff demanding a share of the profits.