Press Releases

A New Zealand scientist has won an international award for research of the Wanganui Basin.

New Zealand is to take the lead in researching ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

A New Zealand youth development programme that teaches teenagers to sail has helped earn its parent organization a nomination for the Nobel Peace prize

Favourable exchange rates, cheap holiday deals and a government cash injection are all helping to keep New Zealand in the minds of would-be international travellers during the credit crunch.

New Zealand has been chosen to host World Environment Day 2008.

The New Zealand Government has announced plans to develop a research centre for climate change.

All eyes will be cast skyward as the world’s best glider pilots do battle in the skies above New Zealand’s spectacular Southern Alps in December.

New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington, will host a new round the world yacht race, beginning in 2009.

Havelock North’s Te Mata Estate Winery has scored an international coup with selection as the flagship producer for a prestigious London Wine Fair.

New Zealand has notched up another global tourism award – this time voted favourite destination by British travellers in a poll by leading UK media.