TIA in the News - 2011
TIA works hard to raise public awareness about the value of tourism. We comment on a range of tourism issues in the media, to highlight matters of importance to our members, and to make sure tourism is better understood.
December 2011
Tourism sector cheers Kiwis' holiday season plans - New Zealand Herald - 22nd Dec 2011
A rise in the number of people planning to head away during the festive season is great news for Kiwi firms, says the Tourism Industry Association.
Wake up call for tour operators – Newstalk ZB, 15 Dec 2011
A hefty fine handed down to a Picton tour operator should be a wake up call to other tourist-based businesses ahead of the busy summer season.
300 exhibitors signed up for Trenz - Otago Daily Times - 16th Dec 2011
Almost 300 exhibitors including Tourism New Zealand, Air New Zealand, Qantas and Southern Lakes tourism organisations have registered to exhibit at Trenz 2012 in Queenstown.
Tauranga tourism rebounding after Rena – TV3 Firstline, 15 Dec 2011
After the grounding of the MV Rena there were concerns the Bay of Plenty would not see its traditional summer tourism boost.
Adventure safety review workshop - Otago Daily Times - 15th Dec 2011
Representatives from AJ Hackett Bungy, Shotover Canyon Swing, mountain-guiding companies and other operators gathered for a closed-session workshop in the Queenstown Resort College this week.
New Zealand rugby madness revealed – National Business Review, 14 Dec 2011
Nearly all Kiwis managed to find some sporting spirit during the world cup, a new survey shows.
Are freedom camping laws making any difference? – Radio NZ Nine to Noon, 13 Dec 2011
Have new laws designed to crack down on freedom campers had any effect? (18′45″)
British tax increase threatens NZ tourism - Dominion Post - 11th Dec 2011
A Britishtax on long-haul flights could cost New Zealand's tourism industry. The British government has announced the UK Air Passenger Duty will increase next April from $170 to $185 per New...
Tourism bosses’ long-hop tax fears – Mountain Scene, 9 Dec 2011
A Queenstown tourism chief fears a green tax hike on long haul flights from the UK could set a harmful precedent.
Workshop to update tour firms - Nelson Mail, 7 Dec 2011
Tourism operators in the Nelson-Tasman region will soon have the chance to learn how new regulations will affect their businesses.
Tourism operators at loggerheads - Marlborough Express, 7 Dec 2011
Marlborough tourism is divided into two camps, with some operators suspicious of Destination Marlborough and its board and others frustrated at all the commotion those operations are creating.
Hike in UK departure tax to NZ slammed - TVNZ, 7 Dec 2011
The British Government has announced an increase in departure tax for air travellers to New Zealand.
Warning from tourism industry over departure tax hike - Newstalk ZB, 7 Dec 2011
The New Zealand tourism industry says the British Government's hike in departure tax will unfairly penalise long-haul travellers.
UK tax hike targets travellers to Aust, NZ - Sydney Morning Herald, 7 Dec 2011
Trans-Tasman tourism groups are calling for government intervention following the announcement travellers from Britain will face a hike in passenger duty.
New adventure tourism safety website – Newstalk ZB, 1 Dec 2011
Adventure tourism operators now have a one-stop shop for information and advice on running safe operations.
New safety website for adventure tourism operators – Mountain Scene, 2 Dec 2011
Adventure tourism and commercial outdoor operators have easy access to running a safe business with a new website.
A rise in the number of people planning to head away during the festive season is great news for Kiwi firms, says the Tourism Industry Association.
A hefty fine handed down to a Picton tour operator should be a wake up call to other tourist-based businesses ahead of the busy summer season.
Almost 300 exhibitors including Tourism New Zealand, Air New Zealand, Qantas and Southern Lakes tourism organisations have registered to exhibit at Trenz 2012 in Queenstown.
After the grounding of the MV Rena there were concerns the Bay of Plenty would not see its traditional summer tourism boost.
Representatives from AJ Hackett Bungy, Shotover Canyon Swing, mountain-guiding companies and other operators gathered for a closed-session workshop in the Queenstown Resort College this week.
Nearly all Kiwis managed to find some sporting spirit during the world cup, a new survey shows.
Have new laws designed to crack down on freedom campers had any effect? (18′45″)
A Britishtax on long-haul flights could cost New Zealand's tourism industry. The British government has announced the UK Air Passenger Duty will increase next April from $170 to $185 per New...
A Queenstown tourism chief fears a green tax hike on long haul flights from the UK could set a harmful precedent.
Tourism operators in the Nelson-Tasman region will soon have the chance to learn how new regulations will affect their businesses.
Marlborough tourism is divided into two camps, with some operators suspicious of Destination Marlborough and its board and others frustrated at all the commotion those operations are creating.
The British Government has announced an increase in departure tax for air travellers to New Zealand.
The New Zealand tourism industry says the British Government's hike in departure tax will unfairly penalise long-haul travellers.
Trans-Tasman tourism groups are calling for government intervention following the announcement travellers from Britain will face a hike in passenger duty.
Adventure tourism operators now have a one-stop shop for information and advice on running safe operations.
Adventure tourism and commercial outdoor operators have easy access to running a safe business with a new website.
November 2011
Another event secured - Otago Daily Times - 30th Nov 2011
Queenstown has secured several key visitor industry events for next year, demonstrating the resort's growing appeal as a business tourism destination.
Deed changes contested - Marlborough Express - 28th Nov 2011
Marlborough tourism operators are fighting plans to alter Destination Marlborough's trust deed to say stakeholders can't elect members of the board of trustees.
New Te Puia boss feels like he’s coming home – The Daily Post, 23 Nov 2011
A national tourism leader is returning to Rotorua to become chief executive at the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute Te Puia.
Rugby World Cup fans salvaged tough tourism year – Dominion Post, 23 Nov 2011
More than 133,000 foreign fans came to New Zealand to see the Rugby World Cup, easily beating earlier predictions of up to 100,000 and helping to balance out a tough year for some tourist operators.
Tourism chief exec quits for Rotorua job – National Business Review, 22 Nov 2011
Tourism Industry Association New Zealand chief executive Tim Cossar is to step down from his role.
Tourism industry boss Cossar resigns – NZ Herald, 22 Nov 2011
Tourism Industry Association (TIA) New Zealand's chief executive Tim Cossar has resigned to take up the reins at one of New Zealand's top tourist attractions.
Tim Cossar to head up Te Puia – Newstalk ZB, 22 Nov 2011
After three years at the helm, the Chief Executive of the Tourism Industry Association is stepping down.
New board members confirmed for airport - Otago Daily Times - 22nd Nov 2011
Proposed appointments to the Queenstown Airport Corporation board were confirmed at the corporation's annual meeting yesterday, with existing director Murray Valentine also reappointed for...
Tourism group to plan growth with Australia - Otago Daily Times - 21st Nov 2011
Closer working ties with the archrival across the Tasman will help grow New Zealand's $23 billion tourism industry, the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand says.
NI men may join board - Otago Daily Times - 18th Nov 2011
The Queenstown Airport Corporation will be asked to consider a recommendation to appoint two North Island businessmen to the board at its annual meeting on Monday.
Potential of bike man recognised – Otago Daily Times, 16 Nov 2011
Judges who last week named Skyline Queenstown's Brad Rowe as Tourism Industry Association (TIA) Tourism Trainee of the Year believe he has potential to be an industry leader.
Skyline hotshot’s national award – Mountain Scene, 14 Nov 2011
A QUEENSTOWN tourism hotshot who developed Skyline’s mountain bike park has won a national award.
Tourism sector backs Monday holiday – Newstalk ZB, 12 Nov 2011
The tourism sector has come out in favour of Monday-ising Waitangi Day and Anzac Day.
More public holidays seen as boost for tourism – Radio New Zealand, 13 Nov 2011
The Tourism Industry Association sees more public holidays as a way to help boost the domestic tourism market.
TIA: More long weekends, please - 3 News - 12th Nov 2011
By Ally MullordThe Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA) has a suggestion the majority of Kiwis would approve of more long weekends.
Public toilets important to tourism – RadioLive, 4 Nov 2011
(audio link, click on Friday 4 Nov, 15.15pm. Item begins at 0’20”) TIA Chief Executive Tim Cossar discusses the importance of public toilets to tourism.
October 2011
Rugby World Cup: 'The best ever? Probably' - New Zealand Herald - 26th Oct 2011
Michael Dickison examines how the World Cup became such a resounding successOpening up the Auckland waterfront International Rugby Board chief executive Mike Miller said the World Cup was...
Tourism Industry Association Tim Cossar interview – TV3 Firstline, 25 Oct 2011
The Rugby World Cup has been a mixed bag for the tourism industry.
Estimates of $62 million benefit to NZ from RWC win – Radio NZ Morning Report, 25 Oct 2011
(audio link) Financially a new report says winning the Rugby World Cup could inject an extra $62 million into the economy. The research, commissioned by world cup sponsor, Mastercard, estimates that money is in addition to $78 million passing through tills, courtesy of thousands of New Zealand and overseas fans flocking to Auckland to witness the final. (8′35″)
What has the RWC done for tourism? – Radio Live, 23 Oct 2011
(audio link, click on Sunday 9.30am; item begins at 13’15”) While the Rugby World Cup has probably exceeded the expectations of sports fan, has the event really delivered tangible benefits for the wider economy? In this Sunday Business special, we examine the impact of the RWC on the NZ economy as a whole and the trade and tourism sectors in particular. Tim Cossar (NZ Tourism Industry Assn) offers his perspective on the outcome of New Zealand's biggest ever sporting event.
World Cup 'very patchy' for NZ tourism industry – TVNZ Breakfast, 21 Oct 2011
The Rugby World Cup has been "very patchy" for the New Zealand tourism indsutry, according to the head of its peak body.
New adventure tourism regulations released – Newstalk ZB, 13 Oct 2011
(item begins at 20’43”) TIA Advocacy Manager Geoff Ensor discusses the news adventure tourism regulations.
New regulations for adventure tourism - 3 News - 14th Oct 2011
New regulations aimed at improving safety in the commercial adventure tourism and outdoor education industries will take effect from November 1.
Kiwi dollar tipped to keep tumbling – NZ Herald, 4 Oct 2011
The New Zealand dollar hit a six-month low against the greenback last night, and a bank strategist says more bad news on Europe's debt crisis this week could push the kiwi even lower.
September 2011
Fish and Game want separate licence for visiting fishers – Radio NZ Morning Report, 27 Sept 2011
(audio link) The Fish and Game Council is calling for overseas anglers to be charged for a non-resident licence to fish back country rivers, charged at about three times the price of a standard licence. (2′39″)
Fears over Canterbury tourism loss - Dominion Post - 22nd Sep 2011
Canterbury will lose $500 million of tourism spending from international visitors in the year after the February 22 earthquake as visitors avoid Christchurch, according to an industry...
Domestic and Asian tourism is key – Newstalk ZB, 20 Sept 2011
Asia and the Asia Pacific are expected to become increasingly important to the tourism sector.
More tourists from Asia visit NZ - 3 News - 20th Sep 2011
New Zealand is welcoming more tourists from China and Malaysia than ever before, while the numbers of visitors from traditional markets have flat-lined.
Domestic tourism vital to industry – TIA – TV3, 21 Sept 2011
(video link) The TIA says maintaining market share overseas and increasing domestic tourism are important focuses for the NZ industry.
Chinese tourism to double in five years - Dominion Post - 21st Sep 2011
The number of tourists visiting New Zealand from China is expected to more than double in the next five years following increased flights, smoother visitor visa processing and major...
Faster processing of work visas promised - Southland Times - 19th Sep 2011
Immigration New Zealand has vowed to streamline processing times in Queenstown after tourism operators were forced to turn customers away because skilled staff were waiting for work visas.
Tourism industry looks for unique symbol for Christchurch – Newstalk ZB, 19 Sept 2011
The tourism industry is calling for a powerful city icon to 'wow' visitors and attract them to Christchurch.
Business and tourism chiefs want faster quake rebuild - Christchurch Press - 18th Sep 2011
Pressure ismounting on authorities to accelerate the rebuild of Christchurch's quake-damaged CBD, with business and tourism leaders warning the economy will suffer unless development is...
Chch businesses worry about rebuild – The Press, 17 Sept 2011
Business leaders say the rebuild of downtown Christchurch will be delayed if a prescriptive draft city plan is not eased to allow developments to stack up financially.
Tourism vital to future of Chch – TIA – TV3, 17 Sept 2011
Christchurch must take urgent steps to maintain tourism number, industry representatives say.
Plea to cut red tape for work visas – Southland Times, 15 Sept 2011
Queenstown hospitality employers want red tape removed from Immigration New Zealand work visa regulations with some reporting delays of one to three months to get overseas staff visas renewed.
Rugby refugees flee to sunny spots - Dominion Post - 15th Sep 2011
A tropical island escape, a long lunch, painting the fence it appears some Kiwis would rather be doing any other activity than watch the Rugby World Cup final.
Mad Dog's boss could face ban – Mountain Scene, 8 Sept 2011
The Government’s tough new adventure tourism regulations may ensnare the Queenstown riverboarder who triggered them.
Tourism industry seeks Govt support - Otago Daily Times - 5th Sep 2011
A request by the New Zealand tourism industry that the next government stimulate domestic tourism is backed by two Queenstown tourism chiefs.
(audio link) The Fish and Game Council is calling for overseas anglers to be charged for a non-resident licence to fish back country rivers, charged at about three times the price of a standard licence. (2′39″)
Canterbury will lose $500 million of tourism spending from international visitors in the year after the February 22 earthquake as visitors avoid Christchurch, according to an industry...
Asia and the Asia Pacific are expected to become increasingly important to the tourism sector.
New Zealand is welcoming more tourists from China and Malaysia than ever before, while the numbers of visitors from traditional markets have flat-lined.
(video link) The TIA says maintaining market share overseas and increasing domestic tourism are important focuses for the NZ industry.
The number of tourists visiting New Zealand from China is expected to more than double in the next five years following increased flights, smoother visitor visa processing and major...
Immigration New Zealand has vowed to streamline processing times in Queenstown after tourism operators were forced to turn customers away because skilled staff were waiting for work visas.
The tourism industry is calling for a powerful city icon to 'wow' visitors and attract them to Christchurch.
Pressure ismounting on authorities to accelerate the rebuild of Christchurch's quake-damaged CBD, with business and tourism leaders warning the economy will suffer unless development is...
Business leaders say the rebuild of downtown Christchurch will be delayed if a prescriptive draft city plan is not eased to allow developments to stack up financially.
Christchurch must take urgent steps to maintain tourism number, industry representatives say.
Queenstown hospitality employers want red tape removed from Immigration New Zealand work visa regulations with some reporting delays of one to three months to get overseas staff visas renewed.
A tropical island escape, a long lunch, painting the fence it appears some Kiwis would rather be doing any other activity than watch the Rugby World Cup final.
The Government’s tough new adventure tourism regulations may ensnare the Queenstown riverboarder who triggered them.
A request by the New Zealand tourism industry that the next government stimulate domestic tourism is backed by two Queenstown tourism chiefs.
August 2011
Mondayising public holidays suggested by Tourism Industry Association – RadioLive, 31 Aug 2011
Paul Henry talks to Simon Wallace, Policy and Research Manager, Tourism Industry Association about the Tourism Future Statement it has launched outlining the top five priorities for the incoming government. One of these is stimulating domestic tourism by mondayising public holidays. 31 August 2011.
TIA launches Tourism Future Statement – Newstalk ZB, 31 Aug 2011
(audio link, item starts at 18’55”) Mike Hoskings interviews TIA Advocacy Manager Geoff Ensor about the Tourism Future Statement 2011-14.
Tourism body outlines five national priorities – Mountain Scene – 30th Aug 2011
Tourism Industry Association today (Tuesday) launches its election-year manifesto. TIA, comprising most of the country’s major tourism operators, is outlining its five priorities for the next Government...
Tourism industry concerned about UK departure tax – Newstalk ZB – 31st Aug 2011
The Tourism Industry Association is concerned about the impact of overseas government taxes like departure taxes.
100% Pure campaign works for NZ - PM – Newstalk ZB – 31st Aug 2011
The Prime Minister says the 100 Percent Pure tourism brand is the right one for New Zealand.
Two major convention centres possible – Newstalk ZB – 31st Aug 2011
The Prime Minister says it's possible under the national infrastructure tag to have two major convention centres, one in Auckland the other in Christchurch.
The Tourism Future Statement 2011-14 - TVNZ Breakfast – 30 Aug 2011
TIA Policy & Research Manager Simon Wallace previews tonight’s launch of The Tourism Future Statement 2011-14: The Visitor Economy – Creating Wealth, highlighting tourism’s priorities for the incoming government.
Stewart Island considers visitor tax – TV3, 25 Aug 2011
There are only two ways to get to Stewart Island and they are both set to become more expensive, but only for visitors.
Disasters no match for resilience - Otago Daily Times - 17th Aug 2011
As we entered this decade, 2011 looked to be the year of opportunity for Queenstown, with major events Trenz, Winter Games NZ and the Rugby World Cup all lined up to deliver visitors, media...
Camp grounds can be cycle hubs - Otago Daily Times - 15th Aug 2011
A "cycle hub" accreditation programme to help holiday parks attract international and New Zealand cyclists has been launched by the Holiday Accommodation Parks Association New Zealand.
Faster visa process for Chinese visitors welcomed - New Zealand Herald - 12th Aug 2011
The tourism industry is welcoming moves to make visa applications easier for the fast growing number of Chinese visitors.
Tourism could be dropped as school subject – NewstalkZB, 11 Aug 2011
There's concern from the industry that tourism may be dropped as a secondary school subject.
Visitors spend $390m less before turmoil - New Zealand Herald - 10th Aug 2011
International visitor spending is down $390 million but the Christchurch earthquake and Chilean volcano have not hit the tourism sector as hard as had been feared, says the Ministry of...
Queenstown scores Trenz event - Otago Daily Times - 7th Aug 2011
Queenstown will host next year's Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (Trenz) conference, New Zealand's premier international tourism trade event.
July 2011
$920k project 'won't meet target' - Dominion Post - 25th Jul 2011
When Prime Minister John Key launched the KiaOraMai training programme two years ago, it was touted as raising the skills of 10,000 service-industry workers in time for the Rugby World Cup.
Tourism hopes for end to black run - New Zealand Herald - 22nd Jul 2011
The tourism industry is optimistic visitor numbers will bounce back after plunging as Chile's volcanic ash cloud and late snow battered the vital export-earning sector.
Snow sport popularity on a roll: poll - Otago Daily Times - 18th Jul 2011
Destination Queenstown says it is encouraged by a poll that suggests more than 80,000 New Zealanders will be give skiing or snowboarding a try for the first time this winter.
No surprises in tourism snapshot - Otago Daily Times - 15th Jul 2011
A snapshot of the New Zealand tourism industry and the challenges it faces offers no surprises for the resort, which "lives and breathes tourism", Destination Queenstown (DQ) says.
Tourism summit in Wellington – Newstalk ZB, 13 July 2011
Tourism big-wigs are meeting in Wellington today.
NZ tourism market changing – Newstalk ZB, 14 July 2011
Latest research shows New Zealand's tourist market is changing.
Masses expected in city for RWC - Otago Daily Times - 14th Jul 2011
A mass of people, the size of the population of Timaru, is expected to descend on Dunedin for the Rugby World Cup, a new survey reveals.
Kiwi tourism markets 'stuffed' - Christchurch Press - 14th Jul 2011
Two of New Zealand's largest tourism markets "are stuffed" and the industry must prepare to change to tap into new markets, Finance Minister Bill English warns.
Quake rebuild a chance to 'refresh' tourism sector - Otago Daily Times - 13th Jul 2011
The earthquakes which have racked Canterbury and devastated parts of Christchurch have given the tourism industry there an unprecedented opportunity to re-invent itself and "push the refresh...
Real NZ Festival? The what? - Dominion Post - 13th Jul 2011
Only 10 per cent of New Zealanders have heard of the World Cup's main cultural event which features Wellington's World of WearableArt.
Roads and visas on agenda as tourism chiefs get together - New Zealand Herald - 13th Jul 2011
Tourism industry leaders are gathering in Wellington today for a summit aimed at pushing the political agenda and examining issues facing the export sector.
Asia, Pacific leading world tourism rebound - New Zealand Herald - 7th Jul 2011
Asia and the Pacific are leading international tourism's recovery from the global financial crisis, a new report says.
Big noise over lifting sound's aircraft cap - Southland Times - 7th Jul 2011
A federation of tramping and mountaineering clubs is disappointed a cap on aircraft landings in Milford Sound has been lifted.
Cap on Milford flight operators to be lifted - Mountain Scene, 6 July 2011
Milford flight operators who feared being squeezed out by a cap on aircraft landings can breathe a sigh of relief.
Queenstown calls for govt help with its camper bans - The Southland Times, 5 July 2011
The Queenstown Lakes District Council pushed to enforce freedom-camping bans on state highways and for instant fines to be deducted from perpetrators' credit cards at parliamentary select committee hearings in Wellington yesterday.
Hindsight - TVNZ7, 5 July 2011
As a nation heavily reliant on the tourist dollar, how do we sell NZ overseas? How has this changed over the years, and how do we continue to compete?
Green light for $160m resort – The Press, 2 July 2011
Eight years after it was first planned by a South Korean businessman, a $160 million golf academy and resort near Spencerville, north of Christchurch, has been given the go-ahead.
When Prime Minister John Key launched the KiaOraMai training programme two years ago, it was touted as raising the skills of 10,000 service-industry workers in time for the Rugby World Cup.
The tourism industry is optimistic visitor numbers will bounce back after plunging as Chile's volcanic ash cloud and late snow battered the vital export-earning sector.
Destination Queenstown says it is encouraged by a poll that suggests more than 80,000 New Zealanders will be give skiing or snowboarding a try for the first time this winter.
A snapshot of the New Zealand tourism industry and the challenges it faces offers no surprises for the resort, which "lives and breathes tourism", Destination Queenstown (DQ) says.
Tourism big-wigs are meeting in Wellington today.
Latest research shows New Zealand's tourist market is changing.
A mass of people, the size of the population of Timaru, is expected to descend on Dunedin for the Rugby World Cup, a new survey reveals.
Kiwi tourism markets 'stuffed' - Christchurch Press - 14th Jul 2011
Two of New Zealand's largest tourism markets "are stuffed" and the industry must prepare to change to tap into new markets, Finance Minister Bill English warns.
The earthquakes which have racked Canterbury and devastated parts of Christchurch have given the tourism industry there an unprecedented opportunity to re-invent itself and "push the refresh...
Only 10 per cent of New Zealanders have heard of the World Cup's main cultural event which features Wellington's World of WearableArt.
Tourism industry leaders are gathering in Wellington today for a summit aimed at pushing the political agenda and examining issues facing the export sector.
Asia and the Pacific are leading international tourism's recovery from the global financial crisis, a new report says.
Big noise over lifting sound's aircraft cap - Southland Times - 7th Jul 2011
A federation of tramping and mountaineering clubs is disappointed a cap on aircraft landings in Milford Sound has been lifted.
Milford flight operators who feared being squeezed out by a cap on aircraft landings can breathe a sigh of relief.
The Queenstown Lakes District Council pushed to enforce freedom-camping bans on state highways and for instant fines to be deducted from perpetrators' credit cards at parliamentary select committee hearings in Wellington yesterday.
As a nation heavily reliant on the tourist dollar, how do we sell NZ overseas? How has this changed over the years, and how do we continue to compete?
Eight years after it was first planned by a South Korean businessman, a $160 million golf academy and resort near Spencerville, north of Christchurch, has been given the go-ahead.
June 2011
Queenstown missing out: PM - Otago Daily Times - 25th Jun 2011
Queenstown needed a convention centre and should look to Auckland for guidance in funding it, Prime Minister John Key said yesterday.
No decision on Trenz venue for 2012 - Otago Daily Times - 18th Jun 2011
The venue for next year's travel trade expo Trenz could be announced next month, but event managing body the Tourism Industry Association is "neither confirming nor denying at this point"...
NZ tourism bodies slam British air tax - Otago Daily Times - 17th Jun 2011
New Zealand's tourism industry bodies have again attacked Britain's tax on long-haul flights, saying the money is not being spent on environmental projects.
Ash casts cloud over ski operators - New Zealand Herald - 17th Jun 2011
Industry sources are warning that the volcanic ash cloud's impact on the tourism sector will be serious if the disruptions continue much longer.
Losing convention centre bidders never asked for funding details - Dominion Post - 14th Jun 2011
Losing bidders for the proposed National Convention Centre in Auckland are staying tight-lipped about the government's deal with SkyCity, but say their plans had contained no details of who...
Tourism: Rotorua can beat Queenstown - Rotorua Daily Post - 12th Jun 2011
Rotorua is New Zealand's tourism capital by range of offerings and can top Queenstown for visitor numbers if it works with the wider region, according to Rotorua MP Todd McClay.
Tourism rate hike proposed - Timaru Herald - 11th Jun 2011
The Mackenzie District Council is considering huge increases in its targeted tourism rate. Mackenzie Tourism and Development Trust general manager Phil Brownie has proposed the council...
Airlines get set for Cup take-off - New Zealand Herald - 11th Jun 2011
Air New Zealand will fly thousands of extra passengers around the country during the Rugby World Cup, but the national carrier says it's more than ready for the logistical challenge.
Kiwi OE travels hurting tourism at home - New Zealand Herald - 11th Jun 2011
Kiwis are taking more overseas holidays and fewer at home, leaving the local tourism industry hurting.
Playing by Aussie rules - Sunday Star Times - 12th Jun 2011
Australian money is crucial in tourism, investment and exports, writes Greg Ninness. AS THIS country's economy languishes in the doldrums, it is increasingly Australian money that is keeping...
DOC accounts to be investigated – TVNZ, 11 June 2011
Questions are being asked over whether the Department of Conservation is earning enough money on the huge tracts of land it is in charge of.
Adventure guidelines for tourism sector – Radio NZ, 8 June 2011
Adventure tourism operators in Canterbury, Marlborough and Wellington are being asked for ideas about new guidelines for the industry.
NZ top earners at odds over suggested biosecurity levy – Radio NZ Morning Report, 9 June 2011
(audio link) New Zealand's top two foreign currency earning sectors are at loggerheads over a suggested biosecurity levy for passengers arriving into the country. (3′57″)
New tourism guidelines hoped to save lives – Radio Live, 8 Jun 2011
A group representing tourism operators hopes that guidelines for the adventure tourism sector will help save lives.
Tourism summit chance to question politicians – Daily Post, 7 June 2011
Political leaders from all the major parties will attend the 2011 Tourism Summit in Wellington next month.
Tourism revival hopes bullish - Nelson Mail - 4th Jun 2011
Nelson Tasman Tourism are hoping a strong showing at a recent conference in Queenstown will help revive a struggling industry, as newly released figures show March was yet another tough month.
Lock in Queenstown as TRENZ – it’s a no-brainer – Mountain Scene, 2 June 2011
The best ideas in life are often the simplest.
How to attract wealthy Chinese tourists – Daily Post, 2 June 2011
Wealthy Chinese want luxury goods and recognition of their social status
Region seizing its opportunities - Otago Daily Times - 1st Jun 2011
In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Destination Queenstown chief executive Tony Everitt looks back at Trenz - and looks ahead to its most recent announcement - Australia and New Zealand's largest...
Tourism update this month - Otago Daily Times - 1st Jun 2011
Market updates and research on Chinese visitors will be heard from both of New Zealand's tourism organisations when the Tourism Industry Roadshow pulls up in Queenstown.
Important education travel show for resort - Otago Daily Times - 1st Jun 2011
Less than a week after Queenstown hosted Trenz, the resort has been named as the host for Australia and New Zealand's largest education and student travel trade show.
May 2011
Fishing guides baulk at cost of safety standards audit – Radio NZ, 31 May 2011
(audio link) Fishing guides are concerned an audit of safety standards in the tourism industry will add more compliance costs for already struggling operators. (2′21″)
Turn of moteliers to shine - Otago Daily Times - 30th May 2011
Queenstown will host another significant tourism convention next month, less than three weeks after the successful Trenz travel trade show.
Pressure for national convention centre - Dominion Post - 30th May 2011
The tourism industry is set to push for commitments to key infrastructure projects before the November election, including demanding progress on a national convention centre.
Town gains more custom - Otago Daily Times - 28th May 2011
International tourism buyers say they will be sending travellers Wanaka's way, after a visit this week as part of the international travel trade show, Trenz.
Waitaki shows off at TRENZ – Oamaru Mail, 31 May 2011
Tourism Waitaki showcased the district to the world at TRENZ this year by promoting hot tubs, cycling, steampunk, food and Oamaru stone.
Top tenor on song at TRENZ – Mountain Scene, 30 May 2011
A famous Kiwi tenor entertained VIP guests of hotel chain Accor New Zealand during last week’s tourism trade show Trenz.
Trenz feedback pleases - Otago Daily Times - 27th May 2011
Millions of dollars worth of travel deals were brokered during the annual international trade event Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (Trenz), when it was held in Queenstown for the first time this week.
Qtown Trenz pays real dividends: tourism boss – Southland Times, 25 May 2011
Staging New Zealand's largest tourism trade event in Queenstown again is definitely an option, says the Tourism Industry Association.
Trenz closing party venue fires on all cylinders – Mountain Scene, 25 May 2011
The final bash for New Zealand's biggest tourism party has gone off without a hitch, despite initial fears.
PM confident of New Zealand's upward Trenz – Southland Times, 26 May 2011
Prime Minister and Tourism Minister John Key named Olympic gold medallist Sarah Ulmer ambassador for the New Zealand Cycle Trail Project yesterday.
$39m loss worth it - Key – Otago Daily Times, 26 May 2011
A projected $39 million loss from staging the 2011 Rugby World Cup has to be seen as part of the marketing budget for New Zealand and is worth it, on balance, Prime Minister and Tourism Minister John Key says.
Huge spin-off expected from rugby tourists – Otago Daily Times, 26 May 2011
New Zealand tourism is in for a boost, with almost half the buyers of 2011 Rugby World Cup tickets surveyed saying they intend arriving before the tournament begins on September 9.
Trenz: New initiatives outlined – The Daily Post, 26 May 2011
Tourism Industry Association's Tim Cossar welcomed media delegates at a press conference yesterday explaining some of the new initiatives at this year's event.
Trenz: We're still open for tourists – The Daily Post, 26 May 2011
Christchurch remains a key transport and tourism hub for New Zealand's domestic and international travel market, despite areas of the central city still being cordoned off.
Success measured in visitors – Otago Daily Times, 26 May 2011
Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism John Key and exhibitors say the real measure of success for Trenz in Queenstown will be in the coming months and years, when the business done on the shop floor of the trade expo boosts international visitor numbers to New Zealand.
Qtown Trenz 'pays real dividends' – Southland Times, 26 May 2011
Staging New Zealand's largest tourism trade event in Queenstown again is definitely an option, says the Tourism Industry Association.
Exhibitors look to tap growth in Asian market – Southland Times, 26 May 2011
The potential to tap growing Asian tourism markets was the talking point among many exhibitors at Trenz.
Resort focus of $1million high-end bid - Otago Daily Times - 25th May 2011
Queenstown is the focus of a $1 million campaign by Auckland International Airport to attract high-value tourists, especially from China and the United States.
Canterbury eyes new hotel to lift tourism - Dominion Post - 25th May 2011
A company is in advanced negotiations to build a hotel of up to 400 rooms which, if confirmed, will be the largest in Christchurch, the city's tourism chief says.
Tourism show success for Hawke's Bay – Hawke's Bay Today, 25 May 2011
This week Hawke's Bay has been showcased on the world's travel stage at TRENZ (Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand) held in Queenstown.
Trenz: Tourism chief says Asian market needs addressing – The Daily Post, 25 May 2011
Tourism New Zealand chief executive Kevin Bowler is positive about the industry's future, but says the sector needs to adapt to changing markets.
Operators blow away buyers at first Queenstown Trenz – Mountain Scene, 25 May 2011
Queenstown's tourism oper-tors have pulled off their largest ever free familiarisation trip – wowing attendees at the country's biggest tourism trade show.
Key urges visitor spending – Dominion Post, 25 May 2011
Prime Minister John Key has admitted rising visitor numbers may not be contributing much to the economy, and that increasing spending is the sector's "primary focus".
Enthusiasm for Queentown's $5m cycle trail – Otago Daily Times, 25 May 2011
Queenstown's $5 million cycle trail has attracted global interest from buyers attending the Trenz tourism and travel expo hosted in the resort this week.
Resort has 'potential' for luxury-seekers – Otago Daily Times, 24 May 2011
Wealthy Chinese tourists attracted to gambling, luxury shopping, discreet boutique hotels and exclusive activities in Queenstown want to be treated like royalty, media attending Trenz were told yesterday.
NZ needs to shape up and impress Chinese tourists – 3News NZ, 24 May 2011
New Zealand tourist operators have been told to sharpen their act if they want a piece of the affluent Chinese market.
Tourism tip: target China's super-rich – Southland Times, 24 May 2011
Tourism operators and airlines are mounting campaigns to attract super-wealthy Chinese, Trenz delegates were told yesterday.
Movie star Sam's the host with the most – Mountain Scene, 24 May 2011
Queenstown-based film star Sam Neill hosted a dinner during Monday's launch of a local alliance of luxury providers.
TRENZ blog: Meet Sam and the ram – TravelMole, 24 May 2011
You bump into all sorts of interesting people at TRENZ, New Zealand’s annual travel trade showcase.
Global push for NZ's tourism rebound – Otago Daily Times, 23 May 2011
A major global push is under way to spread the message New Zealand is open for business, and tourism leaders are confident inbound tourist numbers will rebound to levels before the Christchurch earthquake.
'More tourists needed' to help Christchurch – Radio New Zealand, 23 May 2011
Some tourism operators in Christchurch have lost 75% of their turnover as the full effects of the earthquake disaster on the region's tourism industry become clear.
Aussies cut spending across the ditch – AAP, 23 May 2011
Australians might still be flocking to New Zealand but they're not opening their wallets as wide as they used to, the country's tour operators say.
Tourism chief: wealthy Chinese neglected – Dominion Post, 23 May 2011
Tourism operators are "leaving money on the table" by not offering the right service to a new market of wealthy Chinese visitors, Tourism New Zealand boss Kevin Bowler says.
NZ, Aust tourism 'side by side' – Southland Times, 23 May 2011
The Australian and New Zealand tourism sectors stood side by side during tough times, Trenz delegates were told yesterday.
Christchurch ready for tourists – New Zealand Herald, 23 May 2011
Tourists are being summoned back to Christchurch as earthquake recovery workers leave and accommodation becomes available.
Asian visitors boost to tourism – Southland Times, 23 May 2011
The New Zealand tourism industry is facing significant challenges at present, but at the same time there are some enormous opportunities, Tourism New Zealand chief executive Kevin Bowler said in Queenstown yesterday.
Tourism operators warned to prepare for Chinese visitors – Radio New Zealand Morning Report, 23 May 2011
(audio link) Queenstown retailers and restaurateurs are being urged to learn Mandarin to capitalise on a new wave of Chinese tourists. (3′35″)
Big-money deals in Qtown – Southland Times, 22 May 2011
Millions of dollars of crucial trade deals will be made in Queenstown during the next few days as 300 New Zealand tourism exhibitors vie for business from 300 of the world's leading travel buyers.
High stakes for tourism sector – Dominion Post, 22 May 2011
Tourism is facing tough times, but now is not the time to pull back from promoting New Zealand internationally, according to an industry leader.
Christchurch struggle continues – Travel Weekly, 22 May 2011
Nine out of 10 coach tours are bypassing Christchurch as the city continues to suffer in the aftermath of the February earthquake.
NZ arrivals slump – Travel Weekly, 22 May 2011
New Zealand is suffering its slowest rate of inbound arrivals for years with Australia among the areas of concern, tourist officials have said.
Snow season expected to help tough tourism times – Mountain Scene, 22 May 2011
This year's snow season is expected to be one of the saving graces for the flat state of New Zealand tourism.
Trenz is open for business in Queenstown – Mountain Scene, 22 May 2011
Trenz – or Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand – opened in the resort today (Monday) and for the next three days, about 300 international travel buyers will be doing business with 280 of the country's tourism providers.
Resort buzzing as expo takes off – Otago Daily Times, 22 May 2011
Almost 300 suppliers and contractors from around New Zealand are working behind the scenes to stage the first Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (Trenz) travel trade display in the Southern Lakes district.
Disasters no barrier to tourism industry – New Zealand Herald, 22 May 2011
Floods, earthquakes and tsunami are not enough to keep international tourism buyers from jetting into New Zealand this week for the annual Trenz industry showcase in Queenstown.
What is Trenz? – Otago Daily Times, 22 May 2011Queenstown, Southern Lakes and New Zealand tourism operators get down to business today to make the most of the opportunity to sell and promote their products to international buyers.
Global buyers arrive for Trenz – Southland Times, 21 May 2011
Almost 300 top level travel buyers from around the globe have been flying into Queenstown during the past 24 hours while on the ground there’s a mass national industry effort to prepare the resort as New Zealand’s showcase to the world.
Trenz show critical for competition – Otago Daily Times, 21 May 2011
Tough markets challenging New Zealand tourism operators make the Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (Trenz) especially important, the manager of the trade show says.
Let’s get TRENZ-Y – Mountain Scene, 19 May 2011
Time to get your game face on, Queenstown.
All set for big tourism push - Three-day expo in Queenstown – Daily Post, 19 May 2011
It's Trenz time again and Rotorua is gearing up to have a prominent and significant presence at the annual tourism industry expo.
Museum abuzz over expansion – Daily Post, 19 May 2011
When Rotorua Museum's new Don Stafford Wing opens in August, it will provide more room for exhibits and for visitors, opening up new opportunities in the tour group market.
Operators to show off Taupo – Daily Post, 18 May 2011
Destination Great Lake Taupo is also heading south for Trenz next week with six local operators.
Tourism hoping for repeat dose - New Zealand Herald - 18th May 2011
Holding ground rather than making gains is the target of the tourism industry for this year's Budget.
Hotel-occupancy slide persists - Otago Daily Times - 18th May 2011
Hotel occupancy in Queenstown continued to slide last month, according to figures from the New Zealand Hotel Council (NZHC).
Government tightens laws governing freedom campers - TVNZ - 16th May 2011
Despite new laws being passed on freedom camping, the practiceisn't totally banned.
Councils back 'tools' to deal with campers - Taranaki Daily News - 17th May 2011
Taranaki councils along with Local Government New Zealand have welcomed the new Freedom Camping Bill and the tools it will provide them in tackling freedom campers.
Freedom Camping bill backed - Otago Daily Times - 16th May 2011
Planned legislation clamping down on illegal freedom camping has the backing of the tourism industry as well as the New Zealand Freedom Camping Forum.
Support for freedom camping laws – NewstalkZB, 16 May 2011
There's support for new freedom camping laws that could see people breaking the rules given an instant $200 fine.
Act to tighten up freedom camping – RadioLive, 16 May 2011
(audio link, click on Monday 16 May, 7.15am – item begins at 6’10”) TIA Advocacy Manager Geoff Ensor discusses proposed freedom camping legislation.
Freedom campers will face big fines - Southland Times - 16th May 2011
Freedom camping could be eradicated once a law change enacted instant fines and maximum penalties up to $10,000, a Queenstown holiday park owner said yesterday.
Resort gears up for Trenz event - Otago Daily Times - 11th May 2011
In this week's Wakatipu Echo, New Zealand Hotel Council Queenstown regional chairwoman Penny Clark, of Goldridge Resort, puts the spotlight on one of Queenstown's biggest marketing...
Adventure tourism: big changes loom – Daily Post, 9 May 2011
Operators have responded to proposed changes to the adventure tourism sector with a mixture of enthusiasm and caution.
'Perfect storm' causes slump in tourist numbers – Radio NZ Morning Report, 5 May 2011
(audio link) Visitor numbers fell 11.4% compared with March last year, with the number of Australian visitors down by more than 11-percent. Key markets such as the UK, Japan and South Korea also showed steep declines. (3′31″)
Tourism workshop moves to Rotorua – NewstalkZB, 5 May 2011
The Tourism Industry Association is holding a workshop in Rotorua today to get operator feedback.
Visitor arrival numbers down 11% – RadioLive, 4 May 2011
(audio link) Visitor arrival numbers down 11% (215,600) we get reaction and ideas to address the situation from Tim Cossar, Tourism Industry Association Chief Executive.
Tourism New Zealand chief executive Kevin Bowler is positive about the industry's future, but says the sector needs to adapt to changing markets.
Queenstown's tourism oper-tors have pulled off their largest ever free familiarisation trip – wowing attendees at the country's biggest tourism trade show.
Prime Minister John Key has admitted rising visitor numbers may not be contributing much to the economy, and that increasing spending is the sector's "primary focus".
Queenstown's $5 million cycle trail has attracted global interest from buyers attending the Trenz tourism and travel expo hosted in the resort this week.
Wealthy Chinese tourists attracted to gambling, luxury shopping, discreet boutique hotels and exclusive activities in Queenstown want to be treated like royalty, media attending Trenz were told yesterday.
New Zealand tourist operators have been told to sharpen their act if they want a piece of the affluent Chinese market.
Tourism operators and airlines are mounting campaigns to attract super-wealthy Chinese, Trenz delegates were told yesterday.
Queenstown-based film star Sam Neill hosted a dinner during Monday's launch of a local alliance of luxury providers.
You bump into all sorts of interesting people at TRENZ, New Zealand’s annual travel trade showcase.
A major global push is under way to spread the message New Zealand is open for business, and tourism leaders are confident inbound tourist numbers will rebound to levels before the Christchurch earthquake.
Some tourism operators in Christchurch have lost 75% of their turnover as the full effects of the earthquake disaster on the region's tourism industry become clear.
Australians might still be flocking to New Zealand but they're not opening their wallets as wide as they used to, the country's tour operators say.
Tourism operators are "leaving money on the table" by not offering the right service to a new market of wealthy Chinese visitors, Tourism New Zealand boss Kevin Bowler says.
The Australian and New Zealand tourism sectors stood side by side during tough times, Trenz delegates were told yesterday.
Tourists are being summoned back to Christchurch as earthquake recovery workers leave and accommodation becomes available.
The New Zealand tourism industry is facing significant challenges at present, but at the same time there are some enormous opportunities, Tourism New Zealand chief executive Kevin Bowler said in Queenstown yesterday.
(audio link) Queenstown retailers and restaurateurs are being urged to learn Mandarin to capitalise on a new wave of Chinese tourists. (3′35″)
Millions of dollars of crucial trade deals will be made in Queenstown during the next few days as 300 New Zealand tourism exhibitors vie for business from 300 of the world's leading travel buyers.
Tourism is facing tough times, but now is not the time to pull back from promoting New Zealand internationally, according to an industry leader.
Nine out of 10 coach tours are bypassing Christchurch as the city continues to suffer in the aftermath of the February earthquake.
New Zealand is suffering its slowest rate of inbound arrivals for years with Australia among the areas of concern, tourist officials have said.
This year's snow season is expected to be one of the saving graces for the flat state of New Zealand tourism.
Trenz – or Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand – opened in the resort today (Monday) and for the next three days, about 300 international travel buyers will be doing business with 280 of the country's tourism providers.
Almost 300 suppliers and contractors from around New Zealand are working behind the scenes to stage the first Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (Trenz) travel trade display in the Southern Lakes district.
Floods, earthquakes and tsunami are not enough to keep international tourism buyers from jetting into New Zealand this week for the annual Trenz industry showcase in Queenstown.
Almost 300 top level travel buyers from around the globe have been flying into Queenstown during the past 24 hours while on the ground there’s a mass national industry effort to prepare the resort as New Zealand’s showcase to the world.
Tough markets challenging New Zealand tourism operators make the Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (Trenz) especially important, the manager of the trade show says.
Time to get your game face on, Queenstown.
It's Trenz time again and Rotorua is gearing up to have a prominent and significant presence at the annual tourism industry expo.
When Rotorua Museum's new Don Stafford Wing opens in August, it will provide more room for exhibits and for visitors, opening up new opportunities in the tour group market.
Destination Great Lake Taupo is also heading south for Trenz next week with six local operators.
Holding ground rather than making gains is the target of the tourism industry for this year's Budget.
Hotel occupancy in Queenstown continued to slide last month, according to figures from the New Zealand Hotel Council (NZHC).
Despite new laws being passed on freedom camping, the practiceisn't totally banned.
Taranaki councils along with Local Government New Zealand have welcomed the new Freedom Camping Bill and the tools it will provide them in tackling freedom campers.
Planned legislation clamping down on illegal freedom camping has the backing of the tourism industry as well as the New Zealand Freedom Camping Forum.
There's support for new freedom camping laws that could see people breaking the rules given an instant $200 fine.
(audio link, click on Monday 16 May, 7.15am – item begins at 6’10”) TIA Advocacy Manager Geoff Ensor discusses proposed freedom camping legislation.
Freedom camping could be eradicated once a law change enacted instant fines and maximum penalties up to $10,000, a Queenstown holiday park owner said yesterday.
In this week's Wakatipu Echo, New Zealand Hotel Council Queenstown regional chairwoman Penny Clark, of Goldridge Resort, puts the spotlight on one of Queenstown's biggest marketing...
Operators have responded to proposed changes to the adventure tourism sector with a mixture of enthusiasm and caution.
(audio link) Visitor numbers fell 11.4% compared with March last year, with the number of Australian visitors down by more than 11-percent. Key markets such as the UK, Japan and South Korea also showed steep declines. (3′31″)
The Tourism Industry Association is holding a workshop in Rotorua today to get operator feedback.
(audio link) Visitor arrival numbers down 11% (215,600) we get reaction and ideas to address the situation from Tim Cossar, Tourism Industry Association Chief Executive.
April 2011
Adventure tourism operators welcome guidelines – Otago Daily Times, 30 Apr 2011
Adventure and outdoor activity commercial operators welcome guidelines they consider make sense and would make the sector safer, the Tourism Industry Association (TIA) says.
Rugby World Cup bounce no sure thing – Mountain Scene, 28 Apr 2011
A leading inbound operator warns the Rugby World Cup will cost New Zealand a “significant” amount of traditional tourism business.
Workshop will help tourism operators – Newstalk ZB, 27 Apr 2011
A series of workshops are being held this week to form a generic safety guide for adventure tourism operators.
Online guide feedback sought - Southland Times - 28th Apr 2011
Adventure tourism operators in the south are being asked for their contributions this week to a new online guide being drawn up to help improve safety in the industry.
Big drop in vital UK tourists may last years - New Zealand Herald - 25th Apr 2011
Tourist numbers from Britain are down more than 11 per cent and tourism operator Malcolm Johns says the vital market could drop for three years.
Tourism operators 'realistic' - Otago Daily Times - 21st Apr 2011
Queenstown tourism operators smarting from a series of international natural disasters are not panicking but finding ways to make the winter season a success, the Tourism Industry...
Firms urged to adapt for Asian visitors - Southland Times - 21st Apr 2011
Aussies are spending less and tourism operators in the Southern Lakes district need business plans to cater for emerging Asian markets, says the Tourism Industry Association.
Anzac more important than Easter to Kiwis - New Zealand Herald - 20th Apr 2011
Anzac Day is more personally significant to New Zealanders than Easter Monday, a recent survey has found.
Rugby World Cup, quake, Hobbit on the agenda - Southland Times - 20th Apr 2011
How best to capitalise on major events like the Rugby World Cup and The Hobbit movies will feature alongside the impact of Christchurch's devastating earthquake at a Tourism Industry...
Tourism sector to map way for future - Otago Daily Times - 20th Apr 2011
Queenstown tourism operators and its civic leader will help set the agenda for the next government when a Tourism Industry Association (TIA) roadshow rolls into the resort today.
Tourism industry looks to challenges and the future – Otago Daily Times, 19 Apr 2011
The domestic tourism market is taking a hit as it faces some of its toughest trading conditions in many years - the result of the world financial crisis, compounded by domestic events such as rising fuel costs and the Christchurch earthquake.
New venture to boost Christchurch tourism - Otago Daily Times - 18th Apr 2011
Authorities in quake-damaged Christchurch are looking to get the city's tourism industry back on track with a new "roadmap to recovery".
Trenz expo bosses rapt with exhibitor numbers - Otago Daily Times - 18th Apr 2011
The number of buyer attendees for the first Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (Trenz) event in the Southern Lakes has exceeded pre-earthquake targets, the trade expo's managers say.
Asian visitor numbers dip after quake - Dominion Post - 18th Apr 2011
International visitor numbers in the weeks after the Christchurch earthquake plunged by almost 9 per cent, with a sharp drop in visitors from Japan and Korea.
Tourism firms get big cut - Southland Times - 18th Apr 2011
A new ACC employer rating system could save skifields and tourism operators hundreds of thousands of dollars in levies after exorbitant hikes last year.
Canterbury tourism businesses feeling the pinch – Radio NZ Morning Report, 15 April 2011
(audio link) Christchurch tourism businesses are starting to struggle as visitors stay away from the city. (2′49″)
Advice given on camping dos and don'ts - Otago Daily Times - 11th Apr 2011
Campervan operators are working to educate tourists and seeking consistent camping regulations as much as possible, say campervan and car hire company Jucy Rentals.
Hawke's Bay logo feedback: It just rocks - Hawkes Bay Today - 9th Apr 2011
The region's new tourism promotion was created out of passion and drive - and with a budget a fraction of what previous branding attempts had cost.
Morning Business for 11 April 2011 – Radio NZ Morning Report, 11 April 2011
(audio link, item begins at 4’58”) Tourism operators, vying for fewer visitors after the Christchurch and Japan earthquakes, are also having to adapt to fewer forward bookings and more last minute arrivals.
New game body deplored, welcomed - Dominion Post - 8th Apr 2011
The Government has been accused of giving in to the country's high-end hunting lobby by creating a game animal council.
Resort aims for $1b from tourism - Otago Daily Times - 6th Apr 2011
Destination Queenstown (DQ) yesterday unveiled its 2012 draft business plan, which focuses on achieving $1 billion in annual visitor spending in the resort by 2015.
TIA road show in Rotorua – TVNZ Te Karere, 30 March 2011
(video clip, item begins bout two-thirds of the way through Chapter 2) What do Maori operators think about the future of the tourism industry?
Takiroa Maori art site to reopen - Timaru Herald - 4th Apr 2011
Duntroon's Takiroa Maori Rock Art Site, damaged by slips almost a year ago, will reopen. The future of the site was in doubt after part of the popular tourist spot collapsed during heavy...
Exhibitors lining up for travel expo - Otago Daily Times - 1st Apr 2011
Air New Zealand, Auckland Airport, Qantas, Tourism New Zealand, Millennium Hotels and Resorts, and Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism are among major players that have signed up as...
Adventure and outdoor activity commercial operators welcome guidelines they consider make sense and would make the sector safer, the Tourism Industry Association (TIA) says.
A leading inbound operator warns the Rugby World Cup will cost New Zealand a “significant” amount of traditional tourism business.
A series of workshops are being held this week to form a generic safety guide for adventure tourism operators.
Adventure tourism operators in the south are being asked for their contributions this week to a new online guide being drawn up to help improve safety in the industry.
Tourist numbers from Britain are down more than 11 per cent and tourism operator Malcolm Johns says the vital market could drop for three years.
Queenstown tourism operators smarting from a series of international natural disasters are not panicking but finding ways to make the winter season a success, the Tourism Industry...
Aussies are spending less and tourism operators in the Southern Lakes district need business plans to cater for emerging Asian markets, says the Tourism Industry Association.
Anzac Day is more personally significant to New Zealanders than Easter Monday, a recent survey has found.
How best to capitalise on major events like the Rugby World Cup and The Hobbit movies will feature alongside the impact of Christchurch's devastating earthquake at a Tourism Industry...
Queenstown tourism operators and its civic leader will help set the agenda for the next government when a Tourism Industry Association (TIA) roadshow rolls into the resort today.
The domestic tourism market is taking a hit as it faces some of its toughest trading conditions in many years - the result of the world financial crisis, compounded by domestic events such as rising fuel costs and the Christchurch earthquake.
Authorities in quake-damaged Christchurch are looking to get the city's tourism industry back on track with a new "roadmap to recovery".
The number of buyer attendees for the first Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (Trenz) event in the Southern Lakes has exceeded pre-earthquake targets, the trade expo's managers say.
International visitor numbers in the weeks after the Christchurch earthquake plunged by almost 9 per cent, with a sharp drop in visitors from Japan and Korea.
A new ACC employer rating system could save skifields and tourism operators hundreds of thousands of dollars in levies after exorbitant hikes last year.
(audio link) Christchurch tourism businesses are starting to struggle as visitors stay away from the city. (2′49″)
Campervan operators are working to educate tourists and seeking consistent camping regulations as much as possible, say campervan and car hire company Jucy Rentals.
The region's new tourism promotion was created out of passion and drive - and with a budget a fraction of what previous branding attempts had cost.
(audio link, item begins at 4’58”) Tourism operators, vying for fewer visitors after the Christchurch and Japan earthquakes, are also having to adapt to fewer forward bookings and more last minute arrivals.
The Government has been accused of giving in to the country's high-end hunting lobby by creating a game animal council.
Destination Queenstown (DQ) yesterday unveiled its 2012 draft business plan, which focuses on achieving $1 billion in annual visitor spending in the resort by 2015.
(video clip, item begins bout two-thirds of the way through Chapter 2) What do Maori operators think about the future of the tourism industry?
Duntroon's Takiroa Maori Rock Art Site, damaged by slips almost a year ago, will reopen. The future of the site was in doubt after part of the popular tourist spot collapsed during heavy...
Air New Zealand, Auckland Airport, Qantas, Tourism New Zealand, Millennium Hotels and Resorts, and Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism are among major players that have signed up as...
March 2011
Impact on tourism of quake and tsunami – Radio NZ Nine to Noon, 31 Mar 2011
(audio link) A discussion on the hit to tourism following the Christchurch earthquake and the Japan tsunami. Is the industry and Government moving quickly enough to buffer the countries second biggest export earner against the worst effects? (duration: 16′32″)
Disasters put holidays on hold - New Zealand Herald - 31st Mar 2011
Earthquakes and higher airfares and exchange rates mean tourist numbers will fall this year for just the second time in a decade, says Goldman Sachs.
Trans-Tasman disasters bring new tourism bond – NZ Herald, 30 Mar 2011
The Christchurch earthquake has generated new cooperation between Australian and New Zealand tourism authorities, with New Zealand offered a free platform to pitch for business at Australia's major annual tourism trade show.
NZ ski slopes gearing up for business – New Zealand Herald, 28 Mar 2011
The ski industry is gearing up for another good year as tourism leaders push the message that New Zealand is open for business.
Adventure tourism in spotlight - Dominion Post - 26th Mar 2011
The family of bridge-swing victim Catherine Peters have little faith that new safety standards for the adventure tourism industry will prevent similar deaths.
Tough times for tourism industry – TV3 Firstline, 23 Mar 2011
(video link) Tourism has suffered because of the global financial situation, and the Christchurch earthquake is now likely to have a negative impact too.
Council crackdown on illegal campers – Radio NZ Checkpoint, 21 Mar 2011
(audio link) At least half of New Zealand's city and district councils are expected to have the power to instantly fine illegal freedom campers in time for the influx of visitors for the Rugby World Cup this year. (duration: 3′37″)
Christchurch earthquake: Tourism leaders gather to count cost of quake - New Zealand Herald - 21st Mar 2011
Tourism industry leaders are meeting in Wellington today to discuss what the future holds for them after the Christchurch earthquake.
Tourism bosses meet for Christchurch earthquake crisis talks - Dominion Post - 19th Mar 2011
Dozens of tourism bosses will converge on Wellington next week to begin thrashing out an industry response to the Christchurch earthquake.
Disasters rock tourism sector - Christchurch Press - 17th Mar 2011
Tourism operators are meeting today in Auckland to discuss what to do after widespread cancellations from the earthquake-hit Japanese market.
Quake tourism hits Christchurch – AAP, 15 Mar 2011
Backpackers cocooned in sleeping bags spread out in a corner of the Christchurch international airport.
Christchurch tourism industry battles to recover – The Press, 15 Mar 2011
Christchurch's multibillion-dollar tourism industry has been devastated by the earthquake, with major operators forced to shut or cut staff.
Tourism industry on Reserve Bank Governor's comments – Radio NZ Checkpoint, 10 Mar 2011
(audio link) Dr Bollard also commented on the tourism industry saying that with the Christchurch quake spending is likely to have fallen markedly. (duration: 3′08″)
Tourism wants to correct view NZ is closed to tourists - 3 News - 7th Mar 2011
A perception overseas that New Zealand is unsafe to visit after last month's deadly Christchurch earthquake, which struck in the peak visitor season, is worrying tourism operators.
Tourists still encouraged to visit Canterbury – Radio NZ Morning Report, 5 Mar 2011
(audio link) Tourists booked to arrive here in the past fortnight have watched Christchurch crumble and the Government declare a national state of emergency. (duration: 3′57″)
Tourism industry fears impact of alcohol changes – Otago Daily Times, 4 Mar 2011
Proposed rules around opening hours and public holidays for liquor outlets could harm the tourism industry, a representative body says.
AMP Business: Tourism industry reacts to quake (4:09) – TVNZ AMP Business, 4 March 2011
(video link) The world has seen images of Christchurch's deadly earthquake - now the Tourism Industry…
Too soon to tell effect on tourism - Otago Daily Times - 3rd Mar 2011
Christchurch was a "critical gateway" for South Island visitors, and it was too soon to speculate how last week's earthquake would affect the tourism industry.
Businesses face uncertain future after NZ quake – AP News, 28 Feb 2011
Business is brisk for Steve Crosby, who is helping switch the lights back on in this ruined city by selling portable generators from a van parked in roadside rubble.
Chch tourism industry facing uncertain future - 3 News - 2nd Mar 2011
By Samantha HayesThe tourism industry is one sector nervously figuring out how to cope after the Christchurch quake.
February 2011
Exhibitors queuing up for expo - Otago Daily Times - 28th Feb 2011
More than 280 of New Zealand's leading tourism businesses will be represented when the Southern Lakes hosts international travel expo Trenz in May, and a waiting list has been set up due to...
Christchurch earthquake: City's tourist future 'pretty bleak' - New Zealand Herald, 24 Feb 2011
Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism chief executive Tim Hunter says the city has been dealt a devastating blow.
Extra flights from China a boon for tourism industry - Otago Daily Times - 21st Feb 2011
Extra flights from China announced by Air New Zealand last week are a boost for the tourism industry, the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand says.
The changing face of tourism – Dominion Post, 19 Feb 2011
A fortnight ago, an email from Tourism New Zealand dropped into Grant Webster's inbox, trumpeting the record number of international visitors in 2010.
Tourism industry preparing for election – Newstalk ZB, 18 Feb 2011
New Zealand's biggest export industry is gearing up for this year's election.
Fall in Aussie tourism feared by NZ industry – Dominion Post, 17 Feb 2011
Tourism New Zealand boss Kevin Bowler is worried about the prospects for the key Australian tourism market, the source of nearly half of all international visitors.
Insight Sunday 13 February: Freedom Camping – Radio NZ, 13 Feb 2011
(audio link) Geoff Moffett investigates the problems surrounding freedom camping. (duration: 26′52″)
May opening for Hilton hotels at Kawarau Falls - Otago Daily Times - 12th Feb 2011
Hilton's two high-end hotels at the $1 billion Kawarau Falls Station development are due to open in May in time for Queenstown's inaugural hosting of the Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand...
Tourism industry outlook – TVNZ7 News at 8, 10 Feb 2011
(item is on Chapter 2) TIA Chief Executive Tim Cossar discusses the outlook for New Zealand’s tourism industry.
Figures show international visitor nights fell sharply in Dec – RadioLive, 10 Feb 2011
(click on 10 Feb, 12.15pm. Item starts at 40”) TIA Chief Executive Tim Cossar discusses the latest commercial accommodation statistics.
PM highlights TRENZ – Southland Times, 9 Feb 2011
Prime Minister and Tourism Minister John Key has underlined the importance of TRENZ, the tourism industry's annual expo, which will take place in Queenstown in May.
Tourism operators being hit by lower UK and US visitor numbers – Radio NZ Checkpoint, 4 Feb 2011
(audio link) Tourism Industry bodies says many operators are still finding business extremely tough despite new figures showing overseas visitor numbers grew last year. (duration: 2′56″)
Short-term bid over freedom camping issues - Otago Daily Times - 2nd Feb 2011
Hawea Community Association leaders, at a meeting with Queenstown Lakes District Council representatives next week, will push for more immediate initiatives to address problems being created...
January 2011
Trouble in campground paradise – Herald on Sunday, 30 Jan 2011
You can swallow somebody pinching your bangers out of the chilly bin - the aroma of a blackened sausage has tempted camping ground opportunists for generations - but how do you receive holiday season reports of racist abuse, growing disquiet shown to freedom campers and rumours of privatisation of Department of Conversation camping grounds?
Tourism sector rebounding? - TVNZ AMP Business, 28 Jan 2011
An update from the tourism sector on how it fared over the summer break.
Air NZ acquires 14.9% stake in Virgin Blue – Radio NZ, 21 Jan 2011
Air New Zealand has spent $189 million to buy a stake of 14.9% in Virgin Blue.
Are Kiwi males vulgar? A Hollywood star thinks so - New Zealand Herald - 16th Jan 2011
A Hollywood star has publicly complained of being sexually harassed by New Zealand men, prompting a counter-attack by tourism bosses.
Free spirits must follow rules too – New Zealand Herald, 11 Jan 2011
I was playing with my grandchildren on the beach outside our bach at Kaiaua the other day when an ancient campervan pulled up and the driver came over to ask if I knew whether it was okay to stop there overnight.
Firmer camping guidelines needed – Otago Daily Times, 11 Jan 2011
The attack on Thursday last week of a couple and their campervan in Golden Bay has highlighted growing tensions in the country over the increasingly common practice of freedom camping.
Business savvy vital for cup legacy – Sunday Star-Times, 9 Jan 2011
As you head back to work, reflect on the summer break.
You can swallow somebody pinching your bangers out of the chilly bin - the aroma of a blackened sausage has tempted camping ground opportunists for generations - but how do you receive holiday season reports of racist abuse, growing disquiet shown to freedom campers and rumours of privatisation of Department of Conversation camping grounds?
An update from the tourism sector on how it fared over the summer break.
Air NZ acquires 14.9% stake in Virgin Blue – Radio NZ, 21 Jan 2011
Air New Zealand has spent $189 million to buy a stake of 14.9% in Virgin Blue.
A Hollywood star has publicly complained of being sexually harassed by New Zealand men, prompting a counter-attack by tourism bosses.
I was playing with my grandchildren on the beach outside our bach at Kaiaua the other day when an ancient campervan pulled up and the driver came over to ask if I knew whether it was okay to stop there overnight.
The attack on Thursday last week of a couple and their campervan in Golden Bay has highlighted growing tensions in the country over the increasingly common practice of freedom camping.
As you head back to work, reflect on the summer break.
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