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Articles with tag new-zealand

Convene South registrations now open

Registration is now open for organisers of meetings, functions and conferences to find a 'new view' of the South Island and what it has to offer at Convene South more...

[Sun 09/06/2013 12:00:00]

Olympic inspiration in Wellington

An inspiring new option has been added to the InterContinental Wellington Insider Collection for meeting delegates, with the addition of 2012 Olympic Games torch bearer Jason Eade. more...

[Mon 03/06/2013 12:00:00]

Convene gains great support

NZ's South Island suppliers to the meetings, incentives and functions sectors have been quick to embrace their own exhibition. more...

[Wed 29/05/2013 12:00:00]

NZ desperate for International Convention Centre

The international convention centre is desperately needed and long overdue, says Conventions and Incentives New Zealand more...

[Tue 14/05/2013 12:00:00]

Touch of Spice wows travel crowd in New Zealand

Queenstown-based creative event company Touch of Spice 'wowed' the world's top travel industry experts at the prestigious TRENZ 2013 farewell function last week. more...

[Sat 04/05/2013 12:00:00]

MEETINGS to offer broad NZ representation

Buyers will be spoiled for choice when the doors open on New Zealand's MEETINGS business tourism exhibition in June when around 170 NZ exhibitors showcase their services. more...

[Mon 22/04/2013 12:00:00]

World's top concierges meet in Queenstown

The world's best concierges will meet in New Zealand for first time in history at 60th International Congress of Les Clefs d'Or more...

[Wed 10/04/2013 12:00:00]

Interested in NZ? Register to attend Meetings 2013

Event organisers and key decision makers wanting to attend New Zealand's MEETINGS 2013 are being urged to apply online to secure a place in the popular hosted buyer programme. more...

[Mon 25/03/2013 12:00:00]

Wellington invites organisers to Meet in Middle Earth

It may be well known for its starring role in a blockbuster Trilogy about Hobbits and Dwarves, but there's no shortage of options when it comes to planning events in Wellington more...

[Tue 19/03/2013 12:00:00]

Rutherford Hotel Nelson Conference Centre to open this month

Rutherford Hotel Nelson A Heritage Hotel's new conference centre will be complete in March 2013 and already has some big conferences confirmed more...

[Sun 10/03/2013 12:00:00]

Support rises for new NZ Convention Centre

New Zealand cannot afford any more delays to the planned New Zealand international convention centre at SkyCity in Auckland, says the group representing the country's business tourism interests. more...

[Wed 20/02/2013 12:00:00]

Mantra's New Zealand expansion

Mantra is expanding in New Zealand with the addition of Peppers Portage and Mantra Lake Tekapo. more...

[Thu 31/01/2013 12:00:00]

NZ to have a blockbuster presence at AIME

The movie scene style landscapes and world of experiences that await visitors to New Zealand will be showcased by New Zealand's business tourism industry in Melbourne next month. more...

[Tue 29/01/2013 12:00:00]

Sasso opens in Queenstown for dining events

Queenstown has welcomed new Italian bistro Sasso in late December, perfect fo rgroup or corporate dining. more...

[Tue 15/01/2013 12:00:00]

Hilton Queenstown opens lakeside residences

Hilton Queenstown has opened the doors to a suite of Lakeside Residences, perfectly suited to executive retreats, corporate groups, sports teams, and leisure travellers more...

[Thu 10/01/2013 12:00:00]

AIME 2013 adds international post-tours

International post tour itineraries are being offered to Buyers attending the 2013 AIME event, marking a first in the trade show's 21 year history. more...

[Wed 05/12/2012 12:00:00]

NZ organisers choose Mojo Barriers for The Hobbit Premiere

Mojo Barriers supplied one of 2012's hottest film premieres, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey held in Wellington, New Zealand last week more...

[Mon 03/12/2012 12:00:00]

Business Events Australia picks up the PAICE

Today, close to 40 Australian tourism operators will make their mark at the annual Pacific Area Incentives and Conference Expo at SKYCITY Auckland. more...

[Tue 13/11/2012 12:00:00]

Creative conferences bring world's best to Wellington

Creatives from New Zealand and across the globe will gather in Wellington from November for a range of conferences which celebrate both innovation and inspiration. more...

[Thu 25/10/2012 12:00:00]

PAICE seminars focus on business travel trends

Seminars providing an insight into corporate travel management will again be held in conjunction with the Pacific Area Incentives and Conferences Expo in Auckland on November 13. more...

[Wed 10/10/2012 12:00:00]

Convene 2013 launches

NZ's Convene 2013 has officially launched, handing a diverse range of events related services on a platter to busy and often time poor event organisers. more...

[Thu 27/09/2012 12:00:00]

Christchurch opens first hotel since earthquake

Ibis Christchurch has opened its doors today, becoming the first city centre hotel to re-open since the February 2011 earthquake. more...

[Tue 04/09/2012 12:00:00]

Christchurch invites travellers to experience its transformation

At a media briefing this week in Sydney, Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker made his first major visit to Australia since the February 2011 earthquake to unveil the new look of the city. more...

[Thu 23/08/2012 12:00:00]

JUCY rentals expands internationally

After successfully establishing itself in the Australian market with their fun and frivolous Campas, JUCY Rentals has expanded to launch in the USA and New Zealand with JUCY USA and JUCY Hotel & Cruize more...

[Wed 22/08/2012 12:00:00]

Peppers expands in New Zealand with Carrington Resort

Peppers continues to expand in New Zealand with the recent announcement regarding the addition of The Carrington Resort, a leading golf resort to its portfolio. more...

[Mon 20/08/2012 12:00:00]

New Zealand PM announces Christchurch Centre rebuild plans

The business events and tourism industries have welcomed New Zealand Prime Minister John Key's announcement that a new convention centre will be built in Christchurch in a prime central location near the Avon river. more...

[Tue 31/07/2012 12:00:00]

Pullman Auckland offers new 'In Car' check in service

Guests can 'check in' in style with Pullman Auckland on their journey between Auckland Airport and the hotel, with the new 'in-car' check-in personal chauffeur service. more...

[Tue 17/07/2012 12:00:00]

Heritage Auckland chef wins NZ Vegetarian Dish Challenge

Jinu Abraham, executive chef of Heritage Auckland has been announced the winner of the inaugural New Zealand Vegetarian Dish Challenge 2012. more...

[Sun 08/07/2012 12:00:00]

PCOs discover and rediscover Christchurch & Canterbury

Seven Australian professional conference organisers visited the Canterbury high country and the Mackenzie district recently on a famil organised by Christchurch & Canterbury Convention Bureau. more...

[Wed 04/07/2012 12:00:00]

Auckland welcomes Sofitel to Viaduct Harbour

Last week Auckland welcomed the latest addition to Viaduct Harbour with the official launch of the Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour. more...

[Mon 25/06/2012 12:00:00]

MEETINGS NZ kicks off with eager anticipation

With a record number of exhibitors, the biggest business tourism expo in New Zealand's history has kicked off in Auckland today with hopes of an announcement on two new convention centres for the country. more...

[Wed 13/06/2012 12:00:00]

New convention centre for Christchurch to be announced soon

The New Zealand government is due to announce within the next few weeks where Christchurch's new convention centre will be built, clearing the way for new investment in hotels, restaurants and cafes. more...

[Mon 11/06/2012 12:00:00]

Auckland's ICCA ranking surges ahead before major expo

One week ahead of MEETINGS 2012 to be held in Auckland, the destination has made a huge increase in the International Congress and Convention Association rankings more...

[Thu 07/06/2012 12:00:00]

Peppers Luxury Retreats expands in New Zealand

Luxury accommodation provider Peppers Retreats and Resorts has added the multi-award winning Awaroa Lodge in Abel Tasman National Park to its expanding New Zealand portfolio. more...

[Tue 22/05/2012 12:00:00]

Meetings NZ attracting record numbers

The New Zealand business tourism industry is getting set to stage its biggest ever trade show and expectations are high it will result in millions of export dollars flowing into NZ's economy. more...

[Thu 17/05/2012 12:00:00]

Accor announces re-opening of two Christchurch hotels following quake

Accor has announced plans to open two of its four Christchurch hotels, which were closed following the earthquake in February 2011. more...

[Tue 15/05/2012 12:00:00]

New convention centre top priority for Christchurch

The New Zealand government has signalled its commitment to the building of a new convention centre in Christchurch by making it a top priority. more...

[Tue 24/04/2012 12:00:00]

NZ needs a National Convention Centre says association

The Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA) has voiced the need for a national convention centre to give a major boost to the country's economy. more...

[Thu 19/04/2012 12:00:00]

Novotel Wellington gets a new look

Novotel Wellington is set to begin a major renovation project with all 139 rooms to be refurbished by the end of August 2012. more...

[Wed 11/04/2012 12:00:00]

Meetings NZ 2012 offering a host of new exhibitors

Meetings 2012, New Zealand's premier business tourism exhibition will offer nearly 20 new exhibitors this year in Auckland more...

[Thu 29/03/2012 12:00:00]

Peppers Beacon gets a million dollar makeover

Queenstown's luxury resort, Peppers Beacon has completed an extensive $1 million makeover using all local or Canterbury region suppliers in an effort to support businesses and communities affected by the earthquakes. more...

[Wed 28/03/2012 12:00:00]

Epicure heads to NZ's Westpac Stadium

At a launch event held at Westpac Stadium in Wellington yesterday, Australian hospitality firm Epicure announced that it is set to bring a whole new food and beverage experience to the members, match day hospitality and function spaces at Westpac Stadium. more...

[Thu 01/03/2012 12:00:00]

Registrations open for Convene 2012

Organisers of conferences, incentives, functions and other corporate events can now register to experience Convene 2012 at Auckland's new Viaduct Events Centre on May 1. more...

[Thu 19/01/2012 12:00:00]

Meetings NZ returns to Auckland for 2012

The New Zealand business tourism sector's showcase event, Meetings, returns to Auckland in 2012, with organisers predicting it will attract one of the largest turn-outs ever. more...

[Fri 16/12/2011 12:00:00]

Celebrate winter with cooking classes at Otahuna Lodge

Ever wanted to learn how to roll pasta by hand? Ever wanted to host a stress-free dinner party and actually enjoy mixing with your guests as you were all "prepped" before their arrival? more...

[Thu 30/06/2011 12:00:00]

Buyers hail Meetings 2011 a great success

Visiting conference and incentive travel planners have hailed the quality of the New Zealand's billion-dollar business tourism industry and say they are eager to bring more people to the country. more...

[Tue 28/06/2011 12:00:00]

Meetings 2011 delegates help shape the future of Christchurch

Attendees at New Zealand's premier business tourism event this week were asked to share their ideas for making Christchurch the ideal destination for conferences and conventions. more...

[Tue 28/06/2011 12:00:00]

Vbase venues to be managed by Christchurch City Council

Christchurch City Council and Vbase Ltd confirmed on Friday the business will now be governed and managed by Council. more...

[Tue 14/06/2011 12:00:00]

Hilton Hotels & Resorts opens two new Queenstown hotels

Hilton Hotels & Resorts last week marked its entry into New Zealand's South Island with the opening of Hilton Queenstown and the boutique Kawarau Hotel, managed by Hilton. more...

[Wed 25/05/2011 12:00:00]

NZ one step closer to national convention centre

New Zealand's proposed national convention centre in Auckland is one step closer to a reality with the country's Prime Minister John Key saying a contract to build the expansive space will be announced in the not-too-distant future. more...

[Tue 24/05/2011 12:00:00]

Martins Bay Lodge offers NZ's most remote conferences

One of New Zealand's greatest walks is offering business and corporate groups the chance to 'go bush' in style by opening a secluded West Coast lodge for the first time over winter. more...

[Wed 13/04/2011 12:00:00]

Christchurch conferencing capabilities returning

Christchurch & Canterbury Convention Bureau manager Leonie Ashford says outside of the CBD there are several venues capable of hosting large conferences, all of which are undamaged and fully operational more...

[Mon 11/04/2011 12:00:00]

Meetings 2011 announces exciting NZ exhibitors

An exciting line-up of new exhibitors has signed on to take part in New Zealand's showcase business tourism event, Meetings 2011. more...

[Mon 11/04/2011 12:00:00]

Queenstown gears up for Winter Festival

The Southern Hemisphere's biggest winter party, the award-winning American Express Queenstown Winter Festival, is back from June 24 to July 3, 2011 to start the winter season off with a bang in New Zealand's world-renowned lake and alpine resort town. more...

[Wed 06/04/2011 12:00:00]

Rendezvous Auckland launches guest recognition program

Rendezvous Hotel Auckland is launching a new corporate guest recognition program, 'You First', which offers additional benefits coupled with personalised and efficient service. more...

[Tue 29/03/2011 12:00:00]

Rotorua ready to host leading NZ business tourism expo

Rotorua, has announced their excitment to host the country's premier business tourism expo, Meetings 2011, for the first time ever, in June 2012. more...

[Mon 28/03/2011 12:00:00]

Meetings NZ 2011 moved to Rotorua following Christchurch quake

New Zealand's premiere conference and incentive trade show will now be held in Rotorua on June 22 and 23 this year. The event, scheduled to be in Christchurch, has been relocated due to the earthquake more...

[Tue 08/03/2011 12:00:00]

Amora Hotels and Resorts Launch in New Zealand

Dr. Tanapun Siriphatrawan, Chief Executive and Owner of the Amora Group has launched the Amora brand in New Zealand with three hotels, Amora Hotel Wellington, Amora Hotel Auckland and Amora Lake Resort Okawa Bay, Rotorua will all officially join the Amor more...

[Tue 25/01/2011 12:00:00]

Hyatt Checks Out- Pullman Checks into Auckland

A new era is set to begin as Auckland's 5-star Hyatt Regency checking-out of the city and Pullman Auckland Hotel & Residences checking in. more...

[Tue 25/01/2011 12:00:00]

Accor signs Hyatt Regency Auckland, poised to become NZ's largest operator

Accor has signed two key New Zealand hotels - Hyatt Regency Auckland and Hotel So in Christchurch - in a move that will make the company the country's largest accommodation chain. more...

[Tue 21/12/2010 12:00:00]

Two new faces to promote Rotorua as a top destination

Rotorua has two new faces on board for the destination with the appointment of a new operations manager at Energy Events Centre and a news sales manager for Events & Venues Rotorua. more...

[Tue 02/11/2010 12:00:00]

Christchurch conferences inject $100 M into economy

Christchurch's role as a convention capital of New Zealand helped boost the country's gross domestic product by $100 million in the last financial year, new figures show. more...

[Wed 13/10/2010 12:00:00]

Pacific Blue drops domestic NZ to focus on Trans-Tasman

Virgin Blue's new Chief Executive Officer John Borghetti has unveiled a range of changes to the group's network, including the axing of domestic New Zealand Pacific Blue flights in lieu of increased Trans-Tasman and South East Asian services. more...

[Tue 17/08/2010 12:00:00]

Sydney to Rotorua direct flights help major conference win

Playing the waiting game has paid off for the Events & Venues sales and marketing team as they prepare to host a major Australian conference in August. more...

[Tue 06/07/2010 12:00:00]

Meetings NZ locks in the business for 2010

Organisers of this year's Meetings NZ show held in Auckland last week say a strong amount of business was confirm within the two day show. more...

[Thu 01/07/2010 12:00:00]

NZ firmly on the MICE radar as MeetingsNZ 2010 opens

As the meetings and incentives market has picked up internationally, New Zealand is firmly back on the map as a destination as MeetingsNZ opens in Auckland. more...

[Wed 23/06/2010 12:00:00]

Exclusive: Carlson to add hotels in NZ and Fiji

Carlson Hotels is expected to add hotels in New Zealand and Fiji to its portfolio during 2010, according to the company's Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Jean-Marc Busato. more...

[Thu 11/03/2010 12:00:00]

Rotorua's Blue Baths Opens Newest Theme Night

Conference and incentive groups heading to Rotorua, New Zealand are in for an evening of high seas hi-jinks at the historic venue's newest theme night, 'Pirates of the Blue Pearl'. more...

[Thu 21/01/2010 12:00:00]

World Buskers Festival Launches Online Preview

Organisers of this summer's World Buskers Festival in Christchurch, New Zealand have launched an online preview for people keen to get the most from the entertainment more...

[Mon 04/01/2010 12:00:00]

Hilton Lake Taupo Opens

Hilton Lake Taupo has officially opened its doors for business in the popular Taupo resort district on New Zealand's North Island. more...

[Thu 26/11/2009 12:00:00]

New Zealand Registers One Million Aussie Arrivals

For the first time in history, more than one million people have landed in New Zealand from Australia in a 12-month period -- a sign that the country's latest tourism campaign is working, according to NZ Prime Minister John Key. more...

[Mon 22/06/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas Domestic NZ Services Transfer to Jetstar

Jetstar has commenced domestic New Zealand operations after taking over services from Qantas on several trunk routes. more...

[Thu 11/06/2009 12:00:00]

Emirates Optimistic About 2009: Video Report

The outlook for Emirates in the third and fourth quarters of 2009 is positive despite the economic slowdown, according to the airline's vice president for Australasia, Stephen Pearse. more...

[Tue 02/06/2009 12:00:00]

Hilton to Open Lake Taupo Hotel in October

Hilton has signed an agreement to manage the Terraces Hotel in Lake Taupo, New Zealand, in a move that will bolster the region's MICE offering and branding on a global stage. more...

[Thu 28/05/2009 12:00:00]

NZ Government Backs Proposed Convention Centre

Sydney is poised to drop further down the list of major conference destinations in Australasia, following New Zealand Government's $200,000 contribution to a feasibility study on the proposed 4000-seat Auckland convention centre. more...

[Tue 26/05/2009 12:00:00]

Convention Arrivals and Early Snowfall Buoy NZ Mice Market

New Zealand's billion-dollar MICE sector is holding ground despite the economic downturn, with convention arrivals remaining steady and early snowfall expected to buoy incentive travel to that nation's world-famous ski fields. more...

[Thu 21/05/2009 12:00:00]

NZ PM Vows Easier Trans-Tasman Travel: Special Report

The streamlining of customs and immigration between Australia and New Zealand is gaining momentum, with a major announcement by both governments set for August, according to New Zealand Prime Minister John Key. more...

[Thu 14/05/2009 12:00:00]

NZ Golf Resort to Host Stellar Re-Launch Party and Famil

Terrace Downs -- a world-class golf resort on New Zealand's south island -- will hold a series of events on Friday (May 15) to mark the launch of an international-grade rugby field, an outdoor restaurant and other new facilities. more...

[Tue 12/05/2009 12:00:00]

Emirates Ups the Ante on Tasman Route

Emirates has launched daily Dubai-Sydney-Auckland flights with Airbus A380 aircraft, once more raising the stakes in the battle for both trans-Tasman and Middle Eastern route supremacy. more...

[Tue 05/05/2009 12:00:00]

New Zealand Resort Refurbishes Conference Rooms

A luxury property in New Zealand's Lake Wanaka has completed a refurbishment of its conference facilities. more...

[Thu 26/03/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas Remaps Australasian Routes

Qantas has announced major changes to its New Zealand, China and India operations, resulting in the loss of flights on several key routes. more...

[Tue 17/02/2009 12:00:00]

'Lodge on Water' Launched in NZ

As river boating reportedly grows in popularity in New Zealand, Discovery 1, a $1.2-million luxurious riverboat, has made its debut on the Waikato River at Tuakau south of Auckland. more...

[Tue 03/02/2009 12:00:00]

Event Company Recruits Former NZ Bureau Manager

New Zealand event-management company Hot Events has appointed Annette Pendergast, the former manager of Christchurch and Canterbury Convention Bureau, as its event director. more...

[Thu 22/01/2009 12:00:00]

Amazing space for 'Out of the Blue' at Meetings 2011

Amazement was the prevailing reaction from the more than 260 guests attending a Meetings 2011 function at the Blue Baths on June 22. more...

[Thu 01/01/1970 12:00:00]

 

 

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