New ZealandHelicopter in near-miss with skydivers: Pilot 'completely unaware'An unscheduled refueling stop nearly went horribly wrong.28 Jul 05:00 PM
TourismTourists spend estimated $8.4b this yearOf the money spent on Auckland tourism for the past year, $3.9 billion was spent by Kiwis.26 Jul 03:20 AM
TourismNew Queen St hotel planned for AucklandThe news follows a string of other big new hotel announcements in the last few days.25 Jul 06:18 AM
Airlines$120m milestone for 'airport of the future'Fancy a walk? New gates at Auckland Airport are 1.7km from international processing.25 Jul 01:16 AM
TourismCruise facilities squeeze means industry misses targetKiwis are cruising in record numbers but the industry is worried about facilities.24 Jul 12:22 AM
TourismTourist groups flex their muscles on taxThe $25 - $35 charge could cause problems unless it is well designed23 Jul 04:48 AM
TourismSudima Hotel chain founder plans overseas expansionHotel developer has five more buildings up his sleeve.23 Jul 04:00 AM
TourismQueenstown needs $278m to remain tourist meccaA new report shows Queenstown requires major investment to boost infrastructure.22 Jul 11:12 PM
New ZealandUS duck boat tragedy: 'Where they were operating is just ridiculous'The incident is being reported as the deadliest such accident in almost two decades.22 Jul 08:23 AM
TourismFrom corporate world to an award winning B&BGarth and Angie London realised it was time for a change in their early 50s22 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandMike's Minute: Tourism can go so wrongMike's Minute: Tourism can go so wrongWatch18 Jul 07:25 PM
TourismNew high-rise hotel for Auckland CBDA new Sudima Hotel of up to 200 rooms has been announced for Auckland's CBD.18 Jul 05:00 PM
TourismNZ near top of Chinese tourist wish listNew Zealand ranks fourth on the bucket list for millions of Chinese tourists.17 Jul 12:01 PM
TourismSoap from a Dunedin hotel is helping keep Ghana cleanUnused soap from Scenic Hotels is going to needy communities.17 Jul 03:50 AM
KahuWatch: First images of Auckland's 'Statue of Liberty'Video shows a giant pou, or pole, using fallen kauri from the Waitākere Ranges.16 Jul 01:59 AM
TourismHotels vs Airbnb: the fight over bed taxThe hotel sector says it is being unfairly targeted by taxes.15 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuTentative support for huge statue at Bastion PointA 50-metre statue at Bastion Point could be a masterpiece, readers say.15 Jul 05:58 AM
Kahu30 to 50 metres tall statue for Auckland harbour: Tell us what you thinkGiant Bastion Pt statue could rival New York's Statue of Liberty and Rio's Christ statue.14 Jul 05:00 PM
Travel'Transformative travel' is changing operators but will it change you?There is a growing demand for ever-deeper travel experiences.14 Jul 01:45 AM
TourismFancy a night on a luxury yacht? It will set you back $12,500A Queenstown hotel is offering a water-based experience - but it doesn't come cheap.11 Jul 07:05 PM
TourismStaff at remote hotels take out big awardsHotels in a small centre have overcome challenges of being in a remote area.09 Jul 03:49 AM
WorldFrench campaign woos too many touristsSuccessful campaign sees France now struggling to cope with record numbers of visitors.08 Jul 05:00 PM
TourismNew Britomart hotel plannedBars, restaurants shut for new 10-level downtown Auckland hotel.04 Jul 09:41 PM
TourismTourism NZ's 100% Pure campaign shifts directionThe emphasis is on people and culture as the 19-year-old campaign changes gear.02 Jul 03:38 AM
TourismFresh snow dump readies Tūroa for openingFresh snow dumping primes ski field for big opening.28 Jun 12:12 AM
TourismVisa spend up: How tourists are flashing the plastic in NZSpending by Visa card holders is being mainly done in shops, lodgings and restaurants.25 Jun 05:00 PM
TourismManaBus and Nakedbus to end servicesThe company will be shifting its focus to its ferry services.24 Jun 12:51 AM
WorldDreamworld worker fired for 'almost identical' accidentTwo years before four people died on ride, a worker was fired for a similar accident.22 Jun 04:51 AM
EntertainmentBrockhampton announce New Zealand showThe 13-piece hip-hop boyband will play the Logan Campbell Centre on September 21.21 Jun 04:40 AM
New ZealandRegional healthcare needs cut of any tourist tax, say rural GPsRural GPs say healthcare in regions is affected heavily during peak tourist season.18 Jun 02:03 AM
Freight and logisticsLuxury cruise giant's $1.4b dealUS mega ship operator Royal Caribbean takes a majority stake in Silversea Cruises.15 Jun 05:00 PM
TourismGovt chips in $10m for new ski gondolaGovernment will provide Ruapehu Alpine Lifts with $10 million for its new gondola.14 Jun 10:30 PM
TravelTourists charged double for access to 'Great Walks'DOC is hiking prices for overseas tourists, with visitors paying double on Great Walks.06 Jun 10:33 PM
