Tourism
Government buying time to keep Ruapehu ski fields open
The government's buying time to keep Ruapehu's ski fields open this winter, as liquidators of the failed operating company select who will take over.
Up to $5 million will be provided to keep… Audio
Life under the shadow of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
A government bail-out will keep the skifields open this winter, but businesses have been living with a question mark over Ruapehu's long-term future for months. Audio
Long Read: Strange Days on Lake Rotomahana
By Tim Bollinger: Once New Zealand’s very own wonder of the world, the Pink and White Terraces were destroyed in a single night of volcanic destruction. Audio
Queenstown revamp celebrated, but union points to rental housing crisis
Queenstown's multi-million dollar revamped streets were officially opened with protesters present, but not the prime minister.
Sounds detected from sub may have signalled its implosion
It's now thought the US navy detected sounds that signalled the catastrophic implosion of the Titan sub during its descent to the Titanic wreckage. Multiple chunks of debris from the vessel have been… Video, Audio
Inside Waitomo Caves
Dip down into a valley south of Hamilton and you arrive at one of New Zealand's most unique environments - Waitomo.
Covid lockdowns gave scientists an unexpected opportunity to learn more about the… Audio
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts goes into liquidation
The future of Ruapehu ski areas hangs in the balance after Ruapehu Alpine Lifts was put into liquidation this morning. Audio
What now for Mount Ruapehu ski season
What now for the Ruapehu Alpine Lifts? During a meeting yesterday, bids to take over management of the business failed with creditors voting down proposals to either keep the current company… Audio
The best places to go 'aurora spotting' in Aotearoa
Tuhura Otago Museum director Ian Griffin is about to kick off a speaking tour around the prime locations, to help people know where to go for the best view for aurora lights. He talks to Jesse. Audio
Hobart doubles short-term stay rates to keep rents down
To Tasmania now, where the Hobart council agreed last night to double rates for short-term stay properties, like Airbnb's, to ease the rocketing cost of renting. The proposal will use the short-term… Audio
Titanic tourism crew missing in the Atlantic Ocean
A submarine used to take tourists down to view the wreck of the Titanic has gone missing in the Atlantic Ocean, sparking a search and rescue mission. OceanGate, the company operating the submersible… Audio
The country's next Great Walk running to budget
Three track sections have been finished, with two more underway before the Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track opens.
Tourism boss asks for more taxpayer money to fund plans
The government is being urged to pitch in to help communities fund their visions for managing their destinations.
Too rapid for rafting: Wet weather costs sector at least $1m, say businesses
Two rafting companies believe they and others have collectively lost at least $1 million as high flows keep them off the Kaituna River.
New plan launched to explore regenerative tourism
A new vision for the tourism industry aims to explore low-carbon aviation fuel and more collaboration with local communities.
Fox Glacier residents optimistic about impact of proposed cycle and walking trails on business
After a busy summer, Fox Glacier residents remain optimistic about town's future
Aviation sector couple of years away from full recovery - Qantas boss
The head of Qantas says it will probably take a couple of years before the aviation industry returns to pre-Covid levels.
Foot traffic bounces back, as Auckland's Queen Street slowly comes back to life
The Auckland CBD is coming back to life after years of pandemic slow down and disruption caused by construction works.
Qantas' NYC flight aims to take bite of big apple from Air NZ
Qantas' boss is in the country touting his new route which is in direct competition with Air New Zealand. New Zealanders now have two options to fly to the Big Apple. Qantas will launch its direct… Video, Audio
'We feel confident': Christchurch on track to be destination - not just South Island gateway
Christchurch tourism chiefs are predicting bumper winter and summer seasons as the city re-establishes itself as a key travel destination.
