Seal in the city: ‘Very determined’ visitor stops traffic in downtown Wellington
“I was like, oh my goodness! I slowed right down and stopped. That’s when I took out the…
New survey shows two-thirds of Kiwis want wealth tax, Labour’s control of main issues slipping
The survey asked respondents which political party they felt was most capable of managing issues facing the country.…
Chinese visitor numbers increase as South Island tourism market rebounds
He credited increased flight connectivity and capacity and visa changes as three of the main drivers. Callaway said…
Visitor levy sharing is a good start but more needed – Editorial
The country as a whole benefits greatly from that, but it doesn’t come without a bill. And that…
Young NZ fur seal found at Rangitīkei College, more than 20km inland
As she left, she got a phone call from one of her sons. “There’s a seal. There’s a…
Immigration NZ cancels transgender woman’s visitor visa, denies entry at gate for Santiago-Auckland flight
“I was genuinely happy and excited to see him again, meet his friends, spend time with him, and…
Alligator attacks: Florida wildlife officials urge residents, visitors to stay alert
Alligator attacks: Florida wildlife officials urge residents, visitors to stay alert Experts from the Florida Fish and Wildlife…
New 158-room hotel begins construction just 50m from Tauranga waterfront
EVT director of development Peter Hill said in a media release: “We’re pleased to be partnering on a…
Role Model’s new album, Chuck Timely and The Hourglass, is heartfelt with a vintage sheen – The Irish Times
Chuck Timely and The Hourglass Artist: Role Model Genre: Country rock Label: Interscope…
Why Tauranga’s major events need to deliver more than visitor spending
The challenge for event funders is knowing the difference. That means looking beyond headline visitor numbers and asking…
Sarjeant Happenings: Richard Wotton exhibition illustrates photography’s potential
Wotton focuses on the spaces workers inhabit: the smoko and tea rooms, fish and chip shops and backstages.…
Super Round drives $13m boost for Christchurch economy
“The sellout crowds, quality of rugby and atmosphere across the three days made Super Round a memorable occasion…