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B&B 'free' to charge $1600 - and risk scaring tourists off
43,000 people may be in Auckland for the Rugby World Cup finals, but "reckless" pricing from hospitality providers could drive business out of town, says Tourism Auckland's CEO.
RWC B&B shock quote - $1600 a night
A Yorkshire woman was horrified to discover she had been quoted NZ$1600 for a one-night stay in a Mt Eden bed and breakfast during next year's Rugby World Cup.
Cheaper flights tipped as Air NZ unveils Virgin Blue alliance
A proposed Tasman alliance between rivals Air New Zealand and Virgin Blue has both companies promising lower fares.
RWC rental alert - tell your insurer first
Homeowners looking to rent their properties out for the Rugby World Cup have been warned to let their insurance company know - or risk being hit with the bill if damage is done.
Chinese audiences treated to NZ films
A New Zealand film festival to screen in China next month is aimed at showing Chinese audiences that anyone in New Zealand can be a successful film-maker.
Bali police round-up the gigolos
The "Kuta cowboys" who offer friendship to tourists face an uncertain future, thanks to an uproar provoked by a warts-and-all documentary.
New Zealand baffles Top Model contestants
They met "May-oris" wearing "butt flaps", posed with "horny beasts", and were confused about their geography.
Outlook brighter for Queenstown
Lake Wakatipu's brimming water level rose no further overnight and dropped slightly today, easing the risk of flooding in Queenstown.
Falling water levels ease flood risk
River flow levels and a minimal rain forecast suggest Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu might only rise by a further 10cm.
RWC warning issued over misleading rental claims
Homeowners exploiting others with misleading claims about their properties ahead of the World Cup are sounded a warning by industry leaders.
RWC safe from liquor law changes
Closing times at 4am could put a dampener on RWC festivities but the Government says any changes would likely come in after 2011.
Storm clouds over freedom camping 'birthright'
Freedom camping could become anything but under proposals designed to stop tourists disrespecting their surroundings.
Trio resolves $17m lotto dispute
A battle between three friends over a $17m prize has been settled on the day a trial was due to begin.
Lotto winner almost misses deadline
A tardy but lucky Aucklander has claimed a $500k Lotto prize, just one day before it expired.
<i>David Morris:</i> A good try, but rugby tourist numbers just don't add up
Let's cut the rubbish that's being hyped about the Rugby World Cup and its effect on tourism, writes David Morris.
Fewer UK fans expected for RWC 2011
Estimates from the Ministry of Tourism point to lower numbers of British rugby fans traveling here for the 2011 World Cup.
International guest nights up in February
Overseas visitors spent 1.7 million guest nights in commercial accommodation in February.
Air NZ to code share with Continental Airlines
A new agreement gives Air NZ access to parts of the US not previously available with its current airline partners.
Council charged $100,000 for blocking Waiheke airfield revamp
The Auckland Regional Council has been ordered to pay almost $100,000 to a developer.