Tourism
'Open for business': Flood hit Tasman Great Taste Trail bounces back
Floods caused over $2m in damage, but the popular Great Taste Trail is set to be largely restored for summer.
Unpacking the risks of medical tourism in India
Explainer - Why is the South Asian nation increasingly becoming a preferred destination for medical tourists from New Zealand?
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 12 September 2025
In today's episode, a teachers union says a high school curriculum overhaul lacks detail, despite its far-reaching implications. Up to seventy thousand more tourists are set to arrive in New Zealand… Audio
Swirling steam, laser lights, and geysers: Rotorua's newest attraction
It's a new way to see the geothermal valley of Te Puia, one visitor said.
Jetstar announces new domestic, trans-Tasman flights
The airline says it is the single-biggest expansion ever of its New Zealand and trans-Tasman network.
Why charging entry fees at iconic NZ natural attractions could have hidden costs
The public will likely support the new site-specific fees, but overseas visitors may well be confused.
Len Lye Centre reflected in music to celebrate 10th anniversary
Australian composer Mia Salsjö has created Score for the Len Lye Centre as a tribute to the Kiwi artist and his legacy. Audio
What 'continuous vetting' means for Kiwis in the US
Explainer - If you're thinking about going over to the United States as more than a tourist, be ready for an ever-changing reality.
Cruise industry jumps ship on New Zealand
Visits are down and industry insiders worry that the fallout for the tourism industry will be severe
Mayday call for New Zealand's sinking cruise industry
Cruise ship visits to Aotearoa are down, and industry insiders worry that the economic fallout for the tourism industry will be severe. Audio
Outdoor Education and Tourism teachers concerned about NCEA overhaul
Outdoor education and tourism teachers fear the government's overhaul of school qualifications will short-change thousands of teens. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 25th August 2025
In today's episode, the trial of a man charged with murdering five people by setting fire to Wellington's Loafers Lodge hostel on May 16th 2023 has started at the High Court in Wellington; A retailer… Audio
Locals say Queenstown is suffering from overtourism
Otago Regional Councillor Councillor Alexa Forbes says Queenstown is suffering from overtourism. Forbes spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
'Key lever': Call for spending on new airline routes, major events
The government needs to spend more on attracting major events and more air capacity to lift international visitor numbers, the head of Tourism Holdings says. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 21st August
In today's episode, a tourism leader is warning New Zealand's being left behind by Australia and is calling on the government to ramp up efforts to bring big events here; New Zealand is facing one of… Audio
Tourism operator's plea to let tourists over 35 work in New Zealand
Currently, working holiday visas are available to people aged between 18- and 35-years-old. Audio
Hotel industry supports calls for bed levy
The hotel industry is broadly in favour of the bed levy Auckland mayor Wayne Brown wants, but is keen to see it extend beyond the supercity. Sudima Hotels and Hind Management chief operating officer… Audio
'Not a drill': Cruise industry brainstorms over falling visitor numbers
The industry conference in Napier is wrestling with the issues facing the tourism sector.
Cruise ship season sinking fast
Napier Port has revealed its cruise ship revenue is down nearly 10%. Bookings for the upcoming season that starts in October are headed in the same direction. Cruise ship numbers in the Bay of Island… Audio
