Press Releases

The call of a traditional Māori greeting echoed across the waters of Lake Ngatu in the far north today (2.02.2011) as New Zealand became the first country in the world to welcome the dawning of World Wetlands Day.

New Zealand’s fabled Pink Terraces – one half of the long lost ‘eighth wonder of the world’ – have been found on the bottom of a volcanic lake near Rotorua.

New Zealand has been named the third ‘Top Country’ destination in the world – for the second year running – in the prestigious Wanderlust Travel awards.

Award winning New Zealand director Sir Peter Jackson’s much awaited movie 'The Hobbit' will begin shooting in Middle-earth - New Zealand next month (March 2011).

A long awaited new conservation experience has opened, where visitors will have the chance to get up close and personal with New Zealand’s iconic native bird – the kiwi.

South Island city Dunedin will be transformed into a high fashion boutique, when a collection of vintage couture clothing is showcase during iD Dunedin Fashion Week.

Talented Kiwi film-makers have been showcasing the beauty of New Zealand this week, at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival (4 - 12 February 2011).

Romance is in the air, and New Zealand has some top spots to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

A new venture between Sir Peter Jackson and Rings Scenic Tours, will allow visitors to access the Hobbiton Movie Set on the Matamata farm location in New Zealand - scene of The Lord of the Rings films and now The Hobbit films.

Meet ‘Jeffree’ & ‘Freeona’ – two free spirits who’re on the road trip of a lifetime and are putting a new spin on the meaning of freewheeling through New Zealand on holiday.