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New Zealand has no plans to test international arrivals, as some countries tighten restrictions for travellers from China where case numbers are soaring.

Here's 12 up-and-coming bits of legislation that haven't had much attention in amongst everything else.

Fiji's tourism industry is on track to smashing all its recovery targets for 2022.

Fiji's tourism industry is on track to smashing all its recovery targets for 2022.

Northland councils are gearing up for Aotearoa's peak freedom camping season as the country's first summer in three years without Covid-19 travel restrictions arrives.

Tourism operators have joined forces to establish a bus service between Nelson and the Abel Tasman National Park.

The youth and adventure tourism industry says small businesses are missing out on the government fund to boost the sector's recovery.

Aotearoa boasts many out-of-the-way camping and tramping spots that take some time and effort to reach.

Sitiveni Rabuka is Fiji's new prime minister, unseating Frank Bainimarama after 16 years. .

Trampers are being urged to ensure they're well-prepared before striking out.

Waka Kotahi has chosen this summer to carry out major roadworks as well.

Suspended councillors back at work; FSM wants Filippino workers again; and Palau backs Aussie COP bid

A Gisborne train group needs to raise the money for repairs to a KiwiRail line so its fabled steam locomotive can continue its usual route.

Retailers are in a heightened state of anxiety in the lead-up to Christmas following a spate of crimes, including shots being fired at police, Waipa mayor Susan O'Regan says. Audio

Party angry at personal attacks; audits ordered in Samoa; and tuna alert system in the pipeline

Our emergency departments are already bursting at the seams, Auckland City Hospital surgeon Li Hsee says. Audio

Service sector activity has eased back last month to its slowest rate since April, but remains in expansion and proving to be the engine room for the economy.

Election observer MP Todd McClay says he believes Fiji's election was fair and that the country must now democratically decide the composition of the next government. Audio

Tourism New Zealand says the industry is making promising steps towards recovery but it will take years for it to bounce back after years of disruptions.

The Cooks Islands has run out of petrol.

An easing in the labour market looks likely in the year ahead as the number of job applicants begins to increase and the number of ads decline.

The economy grew faster than expected coming out of winter lifted by a demand for travel and construction.