Tourism
New slides open at Hanmer Springs
Two new state-of-the-art slides will be available at Hanmer Springs pools from Wednesday.
The Violet Vortex and Waiau Winder, named by a public vote, feature lighting and visual technology never seen… Audio
ComCom green lights Spirit of Queenstown acquisition
A South Island tourism operator is set to secure a Queenstown cruise boat enterprise from a competitor that received nearly $7 million dollars of government support during the pandemic.
Cruise industry expecting 'biggest season we've had'
The cruise industry is banking on a record summer as new luxury operators Disney and Virgin Voyages enter the market.
Fishing guides report bumper bookings by overseas anglers
After two tough, Covid-impacted years, professional fishing guides are expecting a bumper season in New Zealand with many having nearly fully booked calendars.
Bike trail bridge connects National Park and new ecosanctuary
The longest suspension bridge in Aotearoa will be built as part of the infamous "missing link" of the Mountains to Sea trail in the central North Island.
Fiordland tourism company pays out over breach of resource consent
Charges against a major tourism company over a resource consent breach at Milford Sound have been dismissed, with the company paying toward an environmental project and court costs.
Toyota NZ shifts into rentals with Ezi Car purchase
Toyota Finance New Zealand has purchased locally owned chain Ezi Car Rentals as it looks beyond car ownership.
Ruapehu administrators defend latest $7m bailout
The government this week has agreed to give the company, which is in voluntary administration, an extra $7 million.
Great Walks: Hump Ridge Track upgrade delayed to next year
Upgrades to the Hump Ridge Track near Tuatapere had been planned for completion by late 2022.
Tourists pour into Queenstown despite storm and cryptosporidium outbreak
Destination Queenstown says the town is buoyant and busy, despite the weekend storm and the cryptosporidium outbreak.
It's a crucial time as people head into the resort for the school holidays… Audio
Air Vanuatu flight cancellations maroon tourists
Passengers have been left stranded as Air Vanuatu cancels flights due to engineering problems.
Auckland Airport warns passengers to expect delays as holidays start
Auckland Airport and biosecurity officials have apologised for the delays passengers have been experiencing at the country's biggest international gateway. Audio
Turning down the lights to reach for the skies
The entire community of Naseby has decided to turn down the lights – and reach for the stars. Audio
Queenstown may be boiling water for months, businesses not happy
The news Queenstown may be boiling water for months has gone down like a cup of cold sick with businesses in the town. The Queenstown council's been served with a compliance order for its Two Mile… Video, Audio
Gastro outbreak hits Queenstown hospo industry
Cafes, bars and restaurants are scrambling to find ways to remain open without using tap water due to Queenstown's cryptosporidium outbreak. Audio
Franz Josef tourism businesses see summer rush on the horizon
Tourism operators in Franz Josef are confident summer will herald a boon for the region, which was hit hard by Covid-19 lockdowns.
Tourism operators in Franz Josef confident of summer bounce-back
Tourism operators in the South Island town of Franz Josef are confident the summer will herald a boon for the region, which was hit hard by Covid lockdowns. Last summer was a return to normal of… Video, Audio
Airbnb owners in South Wairarapa may face new council charge
South Wairarapa District Council will be asking the community for feedback on a wide-ranging review of the rating system.
Super snowfall not a windfall for all Ruapehu businesses
After a rocky start to the season, skiers and snowboarders have enjoyed some of the best snow at Ruapehu in years, but it has not translated into bumper business. Audio
Man who urged unprepared climbers to turn back laments their 'stupidity'
Two men dressed in jeans and sweatshirts had to be rescued from the summit of Mt Ngāuruhoe at the weekend.
