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Hundreds Queue for Giant Rugby Ball

01 November 2009

Almost 5000 people have been through the Giant Rugby Ball in Tokyo and hundreds more continue to queue to learn more about New Zealand.

Haka Cultural Workshops at Tokyo Giant Rugby Ball

30 October 2009

Tourism New Zealand is bringing a bit of New Zealand history and culture to downtown Tokyo today (Friday) by hosting a Māori cultural workshop at the Giant Rugby Ball.

Tourism New Zealand Media Release

Millions learn about New Zealand through Giant Rugby Ball promotion

29 October 2009

An estimated 64 million people now know more about New Zealand thanks to the Giant Rugby Ball generating huge interest on national televison, websites and newspapers in Japan.

Tourism New Zealand Media Release

New Zealand’s Giant Rugby Ball Opens in Tokyo

28 October 2009

The Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism John Key will formally open the New Zealand Rugby Ball Venue in Tokyo today.

Tourism New Zealand Media Release

Tourism Spend $22 billion

28 October 2009

Tourism expenditure rose by 1.1 per cent in the year to March 2009 to reach $21.7 billion a year according to the Tourism Satellite Account: 2009 (TSA), published today by Statistics New Zealand.

Ministry of Tourism Media Statement

The Bachelor Stars Engaged in New Zealand

27 October 2009

American reality TV show 'The Bachelor' continues to make headlines for New Zealand as the show's star pops the question during a visit to New Zealand.

Tourism New Zealand Media Release

September Arrivals Show Positive Signs for Summer

22 October 2009

Early signs of recovery are being seen for the New Zealand tourism industry, with a growth in September 2009 arrivals figures.

Tourism New Zealand Media Release

New Zealand A Winner with British Voters

22 October 2009

New Zealand has turned in a winning performance in the UK, being voted favourite long-haul country by readers of the Guardian, the Observer and guardian.co.uk.

Tourism New Zealand Media Release

Tributes & Transitions

22 October 2009

A note from Greg Muir, Chairman, Tourism New Zealand

Tourism New Zealand

Thanks a Million New Zealand!

21 October 2009

Living like a millionaire for a week can be tough, just ask Australian Shannyn Gourley, the winner of Tourism New Zealand's 'Thanks a Million' promotion.

Tourism New Zealand Feature