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Tourism Holdings weighs revised offers from two competing parties
The board says neither non-binding proposal is certain to lead to a deal.
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Air NZ lifts lid on proposed closer relationship with Virgin Australia
You scratch my back: Airlines say they can help each other, and consumers, if allowed.
Sand Safaris owes $2m, grim outlook for creditors, including MBIE
Director links tourist death reparations to company liquidation.
Crane count rises to 106 down from 157 at building boom peak
Auckland remains 'epicentre' of activity: 58 long-term high-rise fixed, crawler cranes.
Chinese visitor numbers jump as South Island tourism market rebounds
Direct flights and a visa change have helped bring more tourists from China.
'Grave concern' – Jude Dobson and neighbours fight proposed aged-care home on their street
A strong submission to the council opposes the aged-care home.
Marriott Hotel to open in 'premium destination' in 2027
Hotel one of several shifts on the horizon for the tourism city's accommodation market.
Ngāi Tahu’s $2.1b assets help iwi navigate the recession
British Crown paid £14,750 for 80% of the South Island, comprising about half of Aotearoa.
Rich List Pandey family expands hotel empire in major Marriott deal
American-headquartered Marriott is franchising brands to the Pandey's CP Group.
David Seymour anounces hospitality industry regulatory relief
David Seymour announces hospitality industry regulatory relief.
'Deeply upsetting': Samson Corp boss on trouble with builder
Samson replaces Vivian Construction as problems hit its Herne Bay project.
Rotorua-led tourism collaborations secure share of $5m funding
RotoruaNZ will lead campaigns targeting Chinese, Australian and US visitors.
Buyer found for Auckland's $300m ghost tower Seascape
The buyer is undergoing due diligence and is expected to be named soon.
Stock Takes: 'What really makes the boat go faster' – SkyCity weighs Adelaide sale
Iris Capital is among those tipped to buy SkyCity’s Adelaide casino.
What were the 10 biggest commercial property sales of this year's first half?
Property sales reached $2.02b in year's first half. CBRE described it as robust activity.
'Significant milestone': Waiwera Thermal Resort gets resource consent
Resort to have 28 pools but use less geothermal water than was initially proposed in 2025.
Princess Cruises plans to double NZ port calls from 2028
Cruise season opens in Auckland as almost 200,000 passengers are expected.
Precinct seeks new office tenants for half of Downtown tower project
Property devaluations pushed the company to an $8.2m net after-tax annual loss.
‘Why the hell?’: Mayor tells tourism industry bed tax talks aren't over
Rotorua leader spoke at the launch of Tourism Industry Aotearoa’s revised strategy.
Tourism Holdings net profit lifts 34% as 2027 outlook takes hit
Two takeover offers put Tourism Holdings in focus after a strong result.
'Very difficult decision': Up to 250 SkyCity jobs to be cut, mainly in Auckland
Consultation process underway. Corporate and back-of-house fulltime roles will be cut.
Devonport plan for apartments and hotel referred for fast-track assessment
A heritage group says the new buildings would overwhelm the area's historic centre.
Cruising again? Industry eyes better times amid push for more visitors
Port of Auckland plans to upgrade the cruise facilities inside Shed 10.
SkyCity proposes job cuts affecting 200 roles
The casino group says no decisions have been made and staff will be consulted.
Hotel demand rebounds as industry renews call for 2.5% bed tax
New Zealand recorded 12 straight months of occupancy and rate growth.
'Exciting new chapter': Two Mantra hotels planned for Hamilton
Accor's two new Hamilton hotels will add 92 rooms from 2027.