Press Releases

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

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.

Crowds have flocked to the central north island to witness the aftermath of the eruption of one of the world’s most active volcanoes.

A UK survey has voted New Zealand the best country on earth.

Tourism New Zealand is proud to host a flourish of spring time activities during the months of September, October and November encouraging even the most reluctant Australian traveller to cross the Tasman and see New Zealand at its best.