Press Releases

The New Zealand Government has made an important ecological investment by purchasing an area of peat bog in western Southland.

Scientists surveying ‘china shops’ - or untouched underwater areas - of Fiordland, New Zealand are excited by the discovery of some new and fragile species they believe will add strength to the area being recognised as a world heritage park.

Wild rats tricked into following their noses could leave New Zealand birds very chirpy.

Comic musical duo Bret McKenzie and Jermaine Clement of hit show Flight of the Conchords have been named 2007 Wellingtonians of the Year.

The rarest Kiwis in the world have launched their breeding season by producing a record number of eggs.

New Zealand wineries are in for a bumper season, with this year’s grape harvest expected to produce record-volume crops.

New Zealand funny man Rhys Darby, best known for his role as Murray in Flight of the Conchords, is heading home for a comedy debate that promises to be the highlight of this year’s Queenstown Winter Festival.

Talented American actor Zachary Levi has experienced the wonder of the youngest country on earth and is already making plans for a return visit to New Zealand.

The 'Prince of Darkness' is making his way downunder.

New Zealand’s single biggest export sector – tourism - aims to increase its contribution to the economy as a result of the upcoming TRENZ 2007.