Tourism
Train Traffic
Paul Francis used to be a train driver and then a country cop but he has gone back to what he absolutely loves. He's set up his own tourism venture, Awakeri Rail Adventures, which allows him to spend…
AudioQueenstown accommodation providers fear outcome of bed tax vote
Queenstown accommodation providers are fearful of the outcome of the referendum currently underway on a bed tax for tourists. Voting forms are pouring in as rate payers in the Queenstown Lakes… Audio
Tourism growth goals & Xero turns first profit
Business commentator Rod Oram looks at the tourism sector's strategy for future growth, and Xero turns in its first profit, with its record share price making its founder a billionaire. Audio
Boundaries wanted for government's tourism ambitions
Tourism leaders have welcomed the government's plans to be more active in the country's biggest export industry, but say it mustn't interfere with business.
Sustainable growth front and centre at NZ tourism summit
The tourism industry has set an ambitious target to earn $50 billion by 2025, as part of its latest strategy.
Fears tourism providers exploiting Māori culture for profit
New Zealand still has a long way to go to properly value Māori culture and language, tourism operators say.
Too many tourists
A survey has found some Kiwis are worried about tourists - mainly because of congestion, infrastructure and the environment. Audio
New Zealanders positive about tourism - survey
Traffic congestion, littering and road accidents are what worry kiwis about tourism - but most are positive about it.
Restaurant closures prompt fears Chch's hardest winter is coming
Central Christchurch hospitality operators fear they could be heading into the toughest winter to date.
Price hike for Great Walks: More money, fewer tourists
Increased pricing for tourists on the Great Walks tracks this past summer has meant far fewer tourists but an extra $2.4 million for the Department of Conservation.
Strengths and challenges facing Heartland communities
AgResearch social scientist, Dr Margaret Brown and Dr Bill Kaye-Blake, director at PricewaterhouseCoopers discuss the findings from a decade of research into the resilience of rural communities and… Audio, Gallery
New Great Walk delayed, more work needed - DOC
The final decision on the country's next Great Walk has been delayed following doubts any of them can assume the premier title.
Wanaka locals concerned about infrastructure amid airport plans
Wanaka could have jets landing at its airport within six years as part a proposed new airport model for the region, but some say decisions have been taken without proper consultation. Video, Audio
Te Ipukarea Society joins Cooks efforts in adopting best practice in tourism
An NGO is joining with the Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council and the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation to try and curb the impact visitors have on the environment. Audio
Domestic and international tourism to be reviewed
A review of Tourism New Zealand will look at the domestic and international travel environment and consider how the organisation can support current government priorities.
Question of the day for 5 April 2019
Where in the world have you been that suffers from "overtourism"? Audio
Queenstown's too popular
Dunedin based innovator Ian Taylor has spoken out about what New Zealand places that are in his words 'overtourismed'. Audio
Queenstown tourism operator given $900k funding boost
Plans to boost Destination Queenstown's budget by close to $1 million for the upcoming financial has been given the green light by its members.
Delayed China and New Zealand tourism programme launched
The delayed launch of the 2019 China-New Zealand tourism programme has taken place at Te Papa museum in Wellington today.
Tourism NZ pauses international campaign and trade activity
Tourism New Zealand has paused its international and local marketing campaign in the wake of the Christchurch terrorist attack. Audio
