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Kiwi business buys local arm of boat-share service Skipperi from Finnish parent

The boat-share service was acquired for an undisclosed figure.

Business travellers want more face-to-face action

Video calls not cutting it for companies wanting to build strong bonds, travel firm says.

$135m distributed last year by iwi to members

Distributions paid have increased by around 35% in the last five years: Phil Barry, TDB.

$1b hub’s big payoff: NZ’s convention centre gears for economic impact

In a strong showing of early success, nine events have been announced for 15,500 people.

‘Thursday is the new Friday’: How Auckland’s nightlife is evolving

Auckland faces a major shortfall in funding for large events.

Auckland Airport aims for growth as travel nears pre-Covid levels

The new terminal development is essential to the long-term future of Auckland Airport.

Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi

Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report

The thrill of a luge ride: Skyline expanding in six countries

From its first gondola in Queenstown in 1967, Skyline is now a global luge business.

Boutique Kiwi travel operator acquires Aussie rival

Beyond the Blue owner Steve Pleciak said the move was an opportunity to grow in Australia.

'Later than we hoped' - SkyCity reveals another big Convention Centre delay, hands out blame

Opening date is now 12 months away, says SkyCity. Fletcher says there's been no change.

Golfers' paradise: How Te Arai Links became such a big drawcard

The next stage in the plan involves building a spa and gym complex.

Skifield buyer Whakapapa Holdings potential operator for Chateau Tongariro

Whakapapa Holdings is interested in operating the currently decaying heritage building.

Whakaari White Island tour company owes $8.5m, liquidators say

Just $53,000 in assets as liquidators work to sell what they can.

Popular restaurants Bar Non Solo and MoVida have closed their doors

Savor Group CEO Lucien Law reveals the group's new plans.

Tourism and hospitality get research funding as Holidays Act resets

The Government has committed funding to the sector in an effort to support future plans.

Small Business: Roady is streamlining your summer road trip

Roscoe Price Moor talks to Tom Raynel about Roady and how it's transforming tourism.

Spotless NZ businesses sold in cleaning, catering shakeup

Clients include a major stadium and some of the country's most prestigious schools.

Hot prices for Coldplay: Hotels get sugar hit following a tough winter

Rates for hotels have soared in one tourist hotspot while others have suffered.