Tourism New Zealand Press Releases

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.

Coro star loves New Zealand life

2008-04-24T04:53:33Z

Former Coronation Street star Adam Rickitt loves New Zealand.

Neanderthals may have had New Zealand accents

2008-04-24T04:44:31Z

For the first time in 30,000 years, scientists have simulated Neanderthal voices – and it’s a similar sound to the New Zealand accent!

Peter Jackson's restored WW1 film screens for ANZAC Day

2008-04-23T04:59:42Z

A 93 year old movie, restored by Peter Jackson’s company, is screening in the lead up to ANZAC day on 25 April.

Premier winter party starts in the sky

2008-04-22T01:44:41Z

A themed Air New Zealand flight from Sydney to Queenstown on 27 June will give this year’s American Express Queenstown Winter Festival a flying start.

Matariki 2008 brings global focus on New Zealand culture

2008-04-21T05:18:00Z

As New Zealand gears up for this year’s Matariki celebrations, the significance of Maori New Year is attracting increased international awareness.