Press Releases

Auditions have started in Johannesburg for a big-budget sci-fi film produced by Peter Jackson.

The bid to make New Zealand schools a healthier place will take another positive step when new government guidelines come into force next month.

New Zealand’s global rating as a top spot has been given another boost with two of the country’s bars making it onto a list of the best 100 in the world.

Electronic chick and egg timers are being used to improve the survival rates of kiwi in the wild.

Winter in New Zealand is a world away from dull and drab. Here crisp blue skies and dramatic scenery provide a veritable playground for winter sports, relaxing breaks and special festivities.

Birdwatchers can now view one of New Zealand's least-known rare birds after a release onto a privately owned reserve in the Chatham Islands.

A dashing dolphin called George is charming boatloads of tourists at the Abel Tasman National Park in the northern part of New Zealand’s South Island.

Teen singing sensation Miley Ray Cyrus has appeared on the hit show American Idol wearing clothes from a New Zealand fashion designer.

Former US President Bill Clinton has invited a New Zealand clothing company to address Asian leaders on sustainability.

The most valuable collection of paintings to ever visit New Zealand will be on display at Wellington’s Te Papa Museum in 2009.