Press Releases

For the first time, tuatara are breeding on Matiu/Somes Island in Wellington Harbour.

New Zealand's iconic 'living dinosaurs' have just had their numbers trebled on the country's mainland thanks to a successful conservation programme.

Hollywood's Oscar-winning director James Cameron has arrived in New Zealand to start shooting scenes for his new movie 'Avatar'.

Hotel Hingarae, a futuristic six-star development, is to be built on the western slopes of Lake Taupo.

New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington, will host a new round the world yacht race, beginning in 2009.

New Zealand and India have agreed to negotiate a film co-production agreement.

The New Zealand Government has made an important ecological investment by purchasing an area of peat bog in western Southland.

The New Zealand Government has announced plans to develop a research centre for climate change.

New Zealand is to take the lead in researching ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

While New Zealand’s national rugby team heads home - the hopes of a nation dashed - New Zealand’s presence in France is still very much being felt.