Tourism New Zealand Press Releases

NZ CHOSEN LOCATION FOR NEW AMERICAN TV SERIES

2008-05-14T00:32:07Z

New Zealand’s film industry is about to get another boost with the producer of Hercules, and Xena: Warrior Princess returning to New Zealand to film a new television series.

Talent scouts in SA for Peter Jackson's new sci-fi movie

2008-05-14T00:20:38Z

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

Schools to can junk food

2008-05-13T01:02:58Z

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 bars in world's top 100

2008-05-13T00:47:10Z

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.

Chick and egg timers help protect kiwis

2008-05-11T23:01:47Z

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

Winter Feasts and Festivals - what's coming up down under

2008-05-08T04:51:31Z

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.

Rare bird released in Chatham Islands

2008-05-08T03:49:56Z

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.

By George, the dashing dolphin that chases cats

2008-05-08T03:34:11Z

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 star chooses New Zealand clothing designer

2008-05-06T06:01:26Z

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

Clinton invites Kiwi clothing firm to talk on sustainability

2008-05-06T05:16:33Z

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

New Zealand's most valuable art exhibition

2008-05-06T05:09:25Z

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

Ancient seabird fossils found from New Zealand

2008-05-06T04:59:34Z

On a remote stretch of beach on the Chatham Islands, researchers have unearthed the oldest known bird fossils from New Zealand.

Golf odyssey

2008-05-06T04:22:43Z

An on line US golf publication has put a positive new spin on New Zealand as an ideal golfing destination.

Clever Kiwi inventor dies

2008-05-06T01:08:51Z

One of New Zealand's most significant inventors has died. Colin Murdoch can lay claim to having revolutionised medical and veterinary science.

Conchords fly on U.S. Pop Charts

2008-05-01T00:17:40Z

Further success for Kiwi folk-comedy duo Flight of the Conchords - their first full length album has scored a stunning debut on the US Pop charts.

New Zealand Tops Travellers’ Choice Awards

2008-04-30T05:10:10Z

New Zealand has won another major world travel award– this time the country’s Southern Lakes have topped a list of 100 global destinations voted by members of the world’s largest online travel community.

Foodie Heaven at Savour NZ Event

2008-04-30T04:51:02Z

Salmon lollipops and truffle eggs in mini ice-cream cones will tempt New Zealand’s Prime Minister and other guests at the opening of Savour NZ - a three day culinary extravaganza in Auckland this weekend.

Mexican director named for Hobbit movie

2008-04-29T04:14:07Z

Acclaimed Mexican film-maker Guillermo del Toro is moving to New Zealand’s capital city Wellington to take a journey back to Middle-earth, directing The Hobbit movie and its sequel for the next four years.

Colossal squid under the knife

2008-04-27T21:22:32Z

Te Papa’s colossal squid, caught in the Ross Sea and gifted to the museum in 2007, is scheduled for defrosting and examination on 30 April 2008.

New Zealand's Weta Workshop to open Cave for film fans

2008-04-24T05:19:20Z

Movie fans will soon be invited in for a glimpse into the world of Academy Award-winning visual effects studio, Weta Workshop.