Travel
Tourism Minister defends self-isolation rules as border reopens
The New Zealand border is gradually reopening, but the barrier to tourists is not changing any time soon.
Tourism operators say keeping a self isolation requirement leaves them starved of business.
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Self-isolation rules may put skids on NZ ski seasons
The isolation rules for travellers could put the skids on this year's ski season. The border announcement means Australians and other travellers who don't need a visa will be allowed in by July at the… Audio
Airline representatives want self-isolation requirement dropped
The industry body representing international airlines in this country says the requirement for travellers to self-isolate must be removed as soon as possible.
The Government yesterday unveiled a… Audio
Grounded Kiwis react to border reopening
Today the government announced New Zealand's border will be reopening in a 5-step plan. Grounded Kiwis spokesperson Martin Newell joins Karyn to discuss his reaction to the news. Audio
Kiwis rejoice in border plan, but it's 'too little, too late' for some
Some New Zealanders have jumped at the chance to reunite with loved ones and travel overseas, after learning the country's borders will slowly creak open this year. Audio
'There will be life after Covid' - PM reveals decision for NZ's border reopening
Jacinda Ardern has outlined the details about when New Zealand's borders will reopen.
Dates for NZ's border reopening confirmed - what you need to know
New Zealanders in Australia will be able to return home by the end of the month under a five-stage reopening plan announced by the government today.
Closed border could risk Australia becoming 'pariah' in international community
Late last year, Australia's international border was finally edged open, prompting reunions and relief at airports around the country.
Man shares story of terminally ill dad, MIQ issues
After a stoush which has made headlines around the world, pregnant journalist Charlotte Bellis has been granted an emergency MIQ spot so can come home from Afghanistan. But of course there are more… Audio
The Pre-Panel with Heather Roy and Raf Manji
Panellists Heather Roy and Raf Manji share what they have been thinking. We talk to Wendy Shaw from the New Zealand Geographic Board about rules around apostrophes in place names. Audio
Calling Home: Kylee Dillane in Inishmore
If Kylee Dillane and Irish husband Liam could channel the old Cher song and turn back time, they might reconsider their move back to Liam's homeland in early 2020. But they're making the most of life… Audio
Stranded Australians and NZ face anxious wait to return home
Cancelled flights and managed isolation have stranded an unknown number of people on either side of the Tasman.
Omicron risk turns off some domestic travellers from plans
Some in the tourism industry are taking another hit as the threat of a full-scale Omicron outbreak prompts people to cancel their holiday plans.
Covid-19: Tourism industry takes another hit
The tourism industry is taking another hit as the threat of a full-scale omicron outbreak prompts people to cancel their holiday plans.
Some travel and accommodation providers say cancellations have… Audio
Covid-19: Govt on track to make major light rail announcement
The government is on track to make a major announcement about Auckland's light rail system on Friday, which will cost between nine and 14.6 billion dollars.
Tāmaki Makaurau's city centre business… Audio
Stranded Kiwis and Aussies want to go home
Australians stuck in New Zealand and New Zealanders in Australia say they still have no idea when they will be able to return to their home countries.
The two groups say they are trapped between the… Audio
Covid-19: NZers overseas wait for MIQ news
New Zealanders overseas will learn in a matter of weeks when they can return home without booking a stay in an MIQ facility.
They've been waiting for an exact date ever since the government delayed… Audio
Cook Islands travel bubble with NZ stays open despite Omicron
Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council president Liana Scott says with the country relying heavily on the tourist industry, it's a balance between "the economy and surviving and getting through… Audio
MIQ's purpose would change with Omicron spread - Baker
Border restrictions are still needed, and MIQ will remain valuable even if Omicron is spreading widely in the community, the epidemiologist says.
Teenager becomes youngest woman to fly solo around the world
British-Belgian teenager Zara Rutherford became the youngest woman to fly solo around the world after a five-month, five-continent odyssey.
