Tourism
New Auckland convention centre tipped to spark tourism recovery
The NZ International Convention Centre is due to open in February 2026.
Tourism New Zealand launches new global campaign, with a familiar twist
It aims to encourage travellers to book now with snapshots of the iconic landscapes and experiences on offer. Video
Plan to double tourism value by 2034 unveiled
The government has unveiled how it plans to double the value of tourism exports by 2034 and boost visitor numbers.
Government invests another $13.5 million in NZ tourism
Last year, Tourism New Zealand unveiled an ambitious strategy to grow tourism by $5 billion. Audio
Govt injects a further $13 million into tourism
The government's making another pitch to get tourists to come here, with a $13 million investment. Mackenzie District Council acting mayor Karen Morgan spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Queenstown's Amisfield ranked among world top 100 restaurants
Queenstown's Amisfield Restaurant is the first ever from New Zealand to make it onto a prestigious "World's Best Restaurants" list. Audio
Milford Sound plans: 'We've got to get on with it'
Tourism operators are welcoming more clarity on the government's plans for Milford Sound, but say it is now time for action.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 4 June 2025
In today's episode, a new poll shows more New Zealanders oppose rather than favour the government's pay equity shakeup, demolition crews are racing against the tide to remove the burnt-out wreck of an… Audio
Government rejects plan to bar cruise ships from Milford Sound
It has also given the thumbs down to a proposal to close the airstrip.
Rotorua business leaders worried about geopolitical events
Geopolitical volatility was the highest-ranked concern for Rotorua business leaders in a recent survey.
Regional airlines hanging on in a high-risk business
The small plane routes that keep our country connected are becoming increasingly fragile links.
The headwinds facing regional airlines
The small plane routes that keep our country connected are becoming increasingly fragile links. Audio
'We want to get Queenstown moving again' - cable car companies target resort town
A race is underway as two companies unveil their schemes to connect Queenstown by high-wire. Audio
To build rock cairns or not - ongoing debate
Rock cairns are at the centre of debate around Lake Tekapo, Chen Liu has the story Audio
Overtourism: ruining it for everyone
The OE is considered a rite of passage for many, and Instagram boasts all the hot spots. But many locals are feeling squeezed out. Audio
Fiji resort alcohol 'poisoning' victim speaks after near-death experience
It was supposed to be a relaxing mother-daughter holiday in Fiji - and it was, until one of them bought a pina colada from the pool bar.
Mackenzie District residents say they are 'adversely impacted' by tourism: Survey
A council survey into residents' views on tourism found that 99 percent of residents reported being adversely impacted, but at the same time 92 percent believed tourism was good for the region. Acting… Audio
Residents believe tourism good for region, despite being negatively affected
The findings come from a survey which has been released by the district council.
Planning a holiday? Here's where your dollar might go further than normal
New Zealand's dollar has become a little stronger against the US in the past month.
Rotorua tourism 'on the up' with investment and planned growth
Iconic for its history, culture and geothermal wonders Rotorua is also an adventure seeker's playground.
