Tourism

As tourist numbers increase, the lack of a freedom camping ambassador is being felt by locals in the Catlins, with an urgent call made to replace a vacant role.

The lack of quality tourism data has been an industry bugbear for years - the new $400,000 contestable fund is hoped to turn things around.

Many Pacific Islands have "strong views" on what's appropriate for tourists to wear - and "teeny tiny swimwear" doesn't cut it, an expert says.

Waterfront business in Auckland are celebrating the return of the Sail GP regatta next year, but stress a vital link to the district needs to be up and running when it happens.

The event is expected to generate over $10 million during a traditionally quiet month for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Some businesses around the skifields have taken drastic measures, but others left behind say they now see some hope.

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Visitors are flocking to beaches and national parks while visiting New Zealand, DOC says.

The Milford Opportunities Project says it will hit a major milestone this week when it reports back to ministers on the feasibility of their masterplan.

The iconic hotel was permanently closed in February last year and has simply been deteriorating while it sits empty, petitioners say. Audio

An investigation will look at how Ashburton district's local economy could benefit from a bite-size portion of the Te Araroa trail.

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