Press Releases

The development of Matariki as a uniquely New Zealand national festival has received the support of the New Zealand Maori Tourism Council.

Never mind New York, look out London and step aside Sydney, because New Zealand is fast emerging as the coolest destination to visit.

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

The Brauhaus Frings brewery in Whangarei has branched out hiring a full time cartoonist and launching its own comic book.

Havelock North’s Te Mata Estate Winery has scored an international coup with selection as the flagship producer for a prestigious London Wine Fair.

Queenstown-based designer Claire Brinsley’s first fashion range has been launched overseas by an exclusive UK boutique.

Peter Jackson’s King Kong will return in a world first exhibition hosted exclusively by Lower Hutt’s TheNewDowse museum.

Auckland will showcase top photographic talent in the 4th annual Festival of Photography running from 1-24 June.

Maori Market will exhibit contemporary, world class art in Wellington from 27-29 April 2007.

The Auckland Art Fair, on from 18-20 May 2007, will showcase the best selection of Australasian contemporary art ever exhibited in New Zealand.