Press Releases

New Zealand is basking in glory after receiving three international tourism and travel-related awards in just over one week.

New Zealand’s wildlife-rich South Island region of Otago is about to welcome its first wild kiwi for almost 140 years – but not just any kiwi, these are the critically endangered Haast tokoeka.

An adventure-seeking 23-year-old Irish film-maker, who calls himself ‘The Cycling Reporter’, has arrived in New Zealand as part of his mission to cycle around the world interviewing locals along the way.

Knives will be out this weekend at Auckland’s SKYCITY as top chefs from around the globe fly in for one of New Zealand’s most glamorous food and wine events.

‘The Hobbit’ will stay home in Middle-earth after a deal that confirms Sir Peter Jackson’s much-awaited prequel to 'The Lord of the Rings' is to be filmed in New Zealand.

It’s no surprise to the locals, but Lonely Planet has just made it official – Wellington is “the coolest little capital in the world”.

The sound of New Zealand songbirds will be amplified on some island sanctuaries this summer with a series of musical events that combine concerts with conservation.

International visitors at the World Rowing Championships have been treated to some unique action on New Zealand's Lake Karapiro - from an historic fleet of Māori waka to fierce challenge in the first days of competition.

The New Zealand film industry has been given another major boost with news that two sequels to the world's biggest movie, 'Avatar', are set to be made in Wellington.

After eight days of intense international competition, colourful festivities and enthusiastic home-crowds, New Zealand rowing officials and Hamilton Waikato locals are the toast of the international rowing fraternity.