Press Releases

‘Hobbit’ hype is gathering international momentum as Tolkien fans again focus on Middle Earth and New Zealand’s role in the making of the much-awaited Lord of the Rings’ prequel.

Hollie Smith is the latest artist announced to perform inside New Zealand's giant rugby ball under the Eiffel tower during the Rugby World Cup.

New Zealand’s capital city has recruited another fan – and it’s Hollywood blockbuster producer Jon Landau.

New Zealand comedy duo, Flight of the Conchords have stepped up in the celebrity stakes yet again with news that Hollywood actress Jennifer Aniston wants to co-star in their next TV series.

A British couple from Hong Kong, on honeymoon in New Zealand, have paid what is believed to be a record price for a bottle of the country’s fine wine – shelling out NZ$1000 for a Gibbston Valley Wines 2000 Pinot Noir.

Move over Transylvania - New Zealand is firmly staking its claim as the home of the vampire with two feature movies opening around the world.

A giant gourmet hangi, created by Kiwi celebrity chef Peter Gordon, will launch New Zealand’s 2009 celebrations for Matariki or Māori New Year.

Humpback whales have been spotted in droves heading through Cook Strait between the North and South Islands of New Zealand as they migrate to the warmer waters of the Pacific.

Wintry conditions are creating a spectacular natural phenomenon at an iconic New Zealand tourist destination.

Two ancient trees, both celebrities in their respective countries and with twin tales of cultural significance, have been united by a unique tourism initiative between New Zealand and Japan.