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Below is the latest news from the Tourism Export Council including member updates.
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Friday, December 20th, 2019
Kiwi kids are asking New Zealanders and our international visitors to look after our home in a new Tiaki campaign. The summer campaign is the latest […]
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Friday, December 20th, 2019
Carbon Free Ziplining is now official at Ziptrek Ecotours – Queenstown Queenstown’s Ziptrek Ecotours is stoked to be celebrating Christmas early with the announcement it’s the […]
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Friday, December 20th, 2019
Full speed ahead for Millbrook Resort’s latest golf and housing development Five years of planning is coming to fruition for Queenstown’s award-winning Millbrook Resort, developing a […]
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Friday, December 20th, 2019
Go Orange at it again – Milford Haven stands out from the crowd at Milford Sound Boat renovations, a string of awards and a brand-new menu […]
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Friday, December 20th, 2019
Next steps on plastic waste The Government will phase out more single-use plastics following the success of its single-use plastic bag ban earlier this year and […]
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Friday, December 20th, 2019
Wairakei Resort Taupo have appointed renowned Executive Chef Jason Lewis to lead the team across the resort’s various food and beverage outlets. Mr Lewis has a […]
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Tuesday, December 17th, 2019
Tourism Export Council of NZ appoints new Chief Executive The Board of the Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ) is delighted to announce that Lynda […]
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Tuesday, December 10th, 2019
Luxury awaits at the heart of Queenstown Trail network with Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa A new destination has taken bike exploration of New Zealand’s prestigious […]
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Wednesday, December 4th, 2019
Young tourism leaders named as YoungTEC Award Winners YoungTEC proudly announced the winners of their 2019 Excellence and Go with Tourism Rising Star awards. With a […]
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Wednesday, December 4th, 2019
Celebrating TECNZ’s newest Life Member Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ) awarded Peter Black, General Travel a Life Membership at the TECNZ Xmas Symposium […]
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Wednesday, December 4th, 2019
Gibbston valley opens new luxury spa with wine on the menu When Gibbston Valley Winery opens its new 5-star luxury lodge this month, a standout feature […]
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Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019
YoungTEC conference tackles the challenge of tourism as a career The YoungTEC members gather today in Auckland to discuss and be part of the thought provoking […]
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Thursday, November 28th, 2019
Iconic Event Venue Wairakei Resort Taupo Launches New Conference Video Wairakei Resort Taupo is one of New Zealand’s most iconic conference and event hotels and a […]
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2019
Showcasing New Zealand’s commitment to sustainability Chief Executive of Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ), Judy Chen, shared her insights on sustainability trends to more […]
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Monday, November 25th, 2019
Our company is an Inbound Travel Agent, which provide a vital link between the suppliers of New Zealand tourism product and overseas travel companies. We promote […]
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Monday, November 25th, 2019
From Front Office to GM – Stewart Manson returns to Crowne Plaza Queenstown as new General Manager A ski trip to Queenstown 13 years ago led […]
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Monday, November 25th, 2019
The Rees Hotel Named “undisputed market leader” in World Ski Tourism Award ‘Best Ski Hotel in New Zealand 2019’ The Rees Queenstown has been officially recognised […]
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Thursday, November 21st, 2019
Summertime at Tekapo Springs just got a whole lot more fun Outrageous summertime fun is on the menu for young and old with the launch of […]
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Tamaki Hikoi owned and operated by Ngati Whatua Orakei has relaunched its website www.tamakihikoi.co.nz. The new site, built by Tomahawk with design assistance from MARX Design […]
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Educate customers on plastic Speak to your customers about what your business is doing and why, all the way through their holiday ‘journey’. Here are some […]
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Friday, November 15th, 2019
Double awards celebrations for tourism leaders Go Orange Queenstown and Fiordland tourism operator Go Orange Go Orange is celebrating not once, but twice, after winning two […]
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Thursday, November 14th, 2019
Composting Food Packaging at Events The CCC-led initiative Composting Food Packaging at Events was established to reduce the amount of waste that was being sent to […]
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Thursday, November 14th, 2019
Tiaki – Care for New Zealand – assets A range of Tiaki-Care for New Zealand brand assets have been developed to provide more options for businesses to share the […]
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Thursday, November 14th, 2019
Help Aotearoa reduce plastic pollution with RefillNZ RefillNZ aims to reduce single use plastic pollution in Aotearoa by making tap water the drink of choice. The non-profit […]
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Thursday, November 14th, 2019
Adventure South NZ has been operating small group cycling and hiking tours across New Zealand since 1992. All of our tours include accommodation, transport, knowledgeable guides, […]
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Tuesday, November 12th, 2019
Gen Less campaign EECA have launched the Gen Less campaign, to encourage people and businesses to use less energy to help halt climate change. A number […]
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Tuesday, November 5th, 2019
Ziptrek Ecotours raises a record-breaking amount for local charity Ziptrek Ecotours has raised a recording-breaking $11,352 for Central Lakes Family Services, during its annual ‘Ziptober’ fundraiser. […]
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Thursday, October 31st, 2019
Accolades come thick and fast for Ziptrek Ecotours The accolades are flowing thick and fast for the team at Queenstown’s Ziptrek Ecotours. Last night founder Trent […]
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Friday, October 25th, 2019
Chief Executive Judy Chen leaves TECNZ Judy Chen is stepping down as Chief Executive of the Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ). She has held […]
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Friday, October 25th, 2019
Tourism industry facing a steady summer season after years of stellar growth The tourism industry is busy preparing for the summer season despite numbers from some […]
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