New Zealand

TIA’s Tourism 2050 Blueprint gets refresh to reflect significant landscape shift

“The operating environment for tourism continues to shift, and for that reason now is the right time to refresh the…

Accor Group reaches 150 franchise hotels milestone in Pacific

Strong franchise growth across New Zealand and Australia has accelerated Accor's success in the region, the brand says.

Hotel Council Aotearoa launches search for inaugural executive director

The new executive director will act as spokesperson for the hotel sector and be responsible for growing membership of the…

Te Awa Suites Opens on Hamilton’s Motel Mile

City's motel mile gains new player with Te Awa Suites, the second offering from Hamilton-based Pragma Hospitality Group.

TRENZ farewells Auckland as Christchurch confirmed for 2027 event

TRENZ 2026 has wrapped up in Auckland after facilitating 16,000 business meetings and welcoming 1,200 delegates from the global tourism…

Nominations open for New Zealand’s The Bizzies Awards 2026

The Bizzies Award's second year promises speakers, practical sessions and community events, as well as an awards evening.

TRENZ 2026 lands in Auckland; travel buyers from dozens of countries attend

1200 delegates arrive in Tāmaki Makaurau for New Zealand's largest international tourism business event, TRENZ 2026.

Future of Hospitality to take centre stage at HNZ26

Hospitality leaders, emerging technology, and industry innovation will take centre stage at HNZ26 in Rotorua as New Zealand’s largest hospitality…

Middle East conflict having mixed effects on travel numbers, New Zealand data shows

Domestic and international travellers are changing travel plans into New Zealand due to Middle East conflict, but effects limited so…

Accor expands New Zealand portfolio with Mercure Tauranga

Formerly Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre and located in the heart of Tauranga’s CBD, the 80-room hotel has rebranded as…