Tourism
Milford Sound plans: 'We've got to get on with it'
Tourism operators are welcoming more clarity on the government's plans for Milford Sound, but say it is now time for action.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 4 June 2025
In today's episode, a new poll shows more New Zealanders oppose rather than favour the government's pay equity shakeup, demolition crews are racing against the tide to remove the burnt-out wreck of an… Audio
Government rejects plan to bar cruise ships from Milford Sound
It has also given the thumbs down to a proposal to close the airstrip.
Rotorua business leaders worried about geopolitical events
Geopolitical volatility was the highest-ranked concern for Rotorua business leaders in a recent survey.
Regional airlines hanging on in a high-risk business
The small plane routes that keep our country connected are becoming increasingly fragile links.
The headwinds facing regional airlines
The small plane routes that keep our country connected are becoming increasingly fragile links. Audio
'We want to get Queenstown moving again' - cable car companies target resort town
A race is underway as two companies unveil their schemes to connect Queenstown by high-wire. Audio
To build rock cairns or not - ongoing debate
Rock cairns are at the centre of debate around Lake Tekapo, Chen Liu has the story Audio
Overtourism: ruining it for everyone
The OE is considered a rite of passage for many, and Instagram boasts all the hot spots. But many locals are feeling squeezed out. Audio
Fiji resort alcohol 'poisoning' victim speaks after near-death experience
It was supposed to be a relaxing mother-daughter holiday in Fiji - and it was, until one of them bought a pina colada from the pool bar.
Mackenzie District residents say they are 'adversely impacted' by tourism: Survey
A council survey into residents' views on tourism found that 99 percent of residents reported being adversely impacted, but at the same time 92 percent believed tourism was good for the region. Acting… Audio
Residents believe tourism good for region, despite being negatively affected
The findings come from a survey which has been released by the district council.
Planning a holiday? Here's where your dollar might go further than normal
New Zealand's dollar has become a little stronger against the US in the past month.
Rotorua tourism 'on the up' with investment and planned growth
Iconic for its history, culture and geothermal wonders Rotorua is also an adventure seeker's playground.
The Panel with Zoe George & David Farrar (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Zoe George & David Farrar. They discuss a workforce crisis facing the hospitality industry, and the huge decline in tourists visiting the… Audio
Devcich farm shines a light on Dalmatian pioneers
The story of a pioneering family of Dalmatian immigrants is kept alive through a cluster of rustic sheds on an historic farm near Thames. Lorenza Devcich's ancestors ran a gumdiggers trading post… Audio
Tourism industry eager to attract Chinese visitors back to NZ
It was once our second largest overseas visitor market.
Tourism's Covid hangover slow to shake off
There's buoyancy and optimism in the tourism industry in spite of New Zealand's long slow slog when it comes to the post-Covid airline bounce-back.
Prime Minister keen to roll out red carpet for more tourists
Some hotspots have expressed unease about the government's push for more international visitors. Audio
NZ's largest tourism event underway in Rotorua
The tourism industry is eager to welcome more visitors as a leader warns growth must have the blessing of Kiwis to be successful. The country's largest tourism business event, TRENZ, is underway in… Audio
