Tourism
New plan launched to explore regenerative tourism
A new vision for the tourism industry aims to explore low-carbon aviation fuel and more collaboration with local communities.
Fox Glacier residents optimistic about impact of proposed cycle and walking trails on business
After a busy summer, Fox Glacier residents remain optimistic about town's future
Aviation sector couple of years away from full recovery - Qantas boss
The head of Qantas says it will probably take a couple of years before the aviation industry returns to pre-Covid levels.
Foot traffic bounces back, as Auckland's Queen Street slowly comes back to life
The Auckland CBD is coming back to life after years of pandemic slow down and disruption caused by construction works.
Qantas' NYC flight aims to take bite of big apple from Air NZ
Qantas' boss is in the country touting his new route which is in direct competition with Air New Zealand. New Zealanders now have two options to fly to the Big Apple. Qantas will launch its direct… Video, Audio
'We feel confident': Christchurch on track to be destination - not just South Island gateway
Christchurch tourism chiefs are predicting bumper winter and summer seasons as the city re-establishes itself as a key travel destination.
Bumper tourist seasons expected in Christchurch
Tourism leaders in Ōtautahi Christchurch are predicting bumper winter and summer seasons, as the city re-establishes itself as a key travel destination.
Data shows the number of international… Audio
South Island ski season kicks off this week
South Island ski fields are celebrating a dump of snow that has set them up for the start of the season which kicks off this week.
And the snow has also sparked a warning to adventurers heading into… Audio
Making sure nothing of kai moana caught is going to waste
A holiday park in the Far North is making sure our kai moana doesn't go to waste. Ngapae Holiday Park at Waipapakauri smokes fish frames and heads and then gives them to guests at the park. Audio
Tourism businesses disappointed by another false start to DOC's booking system
Trampers and tourism businesses were yet again disappointed, as DOC's Great Walks booking system had another false start.
Tech glitches hold up Great Walks booking dates
Keen trampers will not be able to book walks until probably July, DOC says.
Responsible Campers Association fight freedom camping 'crap' law
A law aimed at stopping freedom campers leaving number twos around the country side is crap according to opponents who say they will continue fight it.
The Self Contained Motor Vehicle… Video, Audio
Karamea community excited to welcome people back for Great Walk
A small West Coast community says fully reopening the Heaphy Track will breathe fresh life back into their town.
Tourism operators facing lower demand after extreme weather
Tourism businesses in cyclone-hit regions say the welcome mat is out, but not enough people have come in.
Cyclone-hit regions' tourism outlets keen for more visitors
Tourism businesses in cyclone-hit regions say the welcome mat is out, but not enough people have come in.
For many in the tourism industry, winter usually signals a time to hunker down and survive… Audio
The Panel with Penny Ashton and Simon Pound (Part 2)
Today on part two of The Panel, Wallace and panellists Penny Ashton and Simon Pound discuss news that bank transactions will noe be processed seven days a week, whether or not zoos should be a thing… Audio
Otago geopark receives UNESCO accreditation
Waitaki Whitestone Geopark has become New Zealand's first and Australasia's only UNESCO accredited Global Geopark. Audio
With doors remaining shut, others say Chateau Tongariro's absence is being felt
The Chateau Tongariro hotel looks unlikely to reopen its doors any time soon while its earthquake resilience is assessed.
Tarras airport plan: Proposed runway site to be revealed soon
Few details about Christchurch International Airport's plans to build an airport in Central Otago have been made public since they were first revealed in July 2020.
Waitaki Whitestone set to become UNESCO Global Geopark
With its unique rocks, boulders and cliffs, the Waitaki Whitestone region is set to become New Zealand's first UNESCO global geopark. After four years of work by the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark Trust… Audio
