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Borenstein sells award-winning Owen River Lodge to US luxury operator
3 Oct 2023   /

Borenstein sells award-winning Owen River Lodge to US luxury operator

The lodge joins an exclusive portfolio of global accommodation, co-founded by a former Blackstone executive.


Kea comeback in Nelson Lakes
29 Sep 2023   /

Kea comeback in Nelson Lakes

Visitors to Nelson Lakes are urged to be on the lookout for kea in the region and report their sightings to the Department of Conservation.


Special legal protection for freshwater springs
22 Sep 2023   /

Special legal protection for freshwater springs

Te Waikoropupū Springs near Takaka in Golden Bay will be the first water body in 10 years to receive special legal protection.


Govt earmarks $12m to repair Marlborough, Tasman roads
12 Sep 2023   /

Govt earmarks $12m to repair Marlborough, Tasman roads

The government is providing $12m to improve roads around the weather-damaged Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough regions.


NRDA campaign targets families for spring holidays
4 Sep 2023   /

NRDA campaign targets families for spring holidays

Nelson Regional Development Agency has launched a new campaign to attract more visitors this spring, particularly families over the September and October school holidays.


Nelson Tasman business confidence surpasses national average
31 Aug 2023  

Nelson Tasman business confidence surpasses national average

Nelson Tasman businesses are feeling more confident than the national average when it comes to their prospects, according to an annual Insights Business Survey.


Nelson Tasman sees tourism boost
24 Aug 2023   /

Nelson Tasman sees tourism boost

The Nelson Tasman tourism sector is seeing increases in visitor expenditure and guests nights, although growth remains tempered.


Heaphy Track bookings strong after full reopening
28 Jul 2023   /

Heaphy Track bookings strong after full reopening

Opening day bookings for the Heaphy Track topped 7,500 bednights – almost three times the total for last year, says the Department of Conservation.


Nelson Airport eBuses ready for action
21 Jul 2023   /

Nelson Airport eBuses ready for action

Nelson Airport will welcome its first electric bus passengers now that upgrades to the roads have been completed.


Bookings surge for Abel Tasman Great Walk
19 Jul 2023   /

Bookings surge for Abel Tasman Great Walk

Bookings for the Abel Tasman Coast Track opened to strong demand.


Staff shortages, rising costs, weather impacts hurting confidence – survey
4 May 2023  

Staff shortages, rising costs, weather impacts hurting confidence – survey

Businesses are grappling with a range of challenges, including a shortage of skilled workers, increasing supply chain costs, and the impacts of recent weather events. 


A regenerative journey: From luxury to wellness for Maruia River Retreat
2 May 2023   /

A regenerative journey: From luxury to wellness for Maruia River Retreat

The business aims to attract customers seeking a meaningful getaway in an eco-friendly environment.


Collaborative aim to make Nelson recreation land more accessible
26 Apr 2023   /

Collaborative aim to make Nelson recreation land more accessible

Nelson City Council and Ngāti Koata are working through a plan to establish long-term recreation access across iwi-owned land popular for more cyclists and walkers.


Nelson launches more themed journeys maps
12 Apr 2023   /

Nelson launches more themed journeys maps

Nelson Regional Development Agency has launched another 20,000 maps with themed journeys to attract visitors to the region.


Nelson outdoors trailblazer recognised
29 Mar 2023   /

Nelson outdoors trailblazer recognised

Bill Gilbertson has been recognised for his work and dedication to Nelson’s Great Taste Trail and access improvements to the Abel Tasman National Park.


RTOs partner to launch South Island touring route initiative
17 Jan 2023   /

RTOs partner to launch South Island touring route initiative

The campaign encourages visitors to take a journey that makes up a single experience across five regions.


Summer strength for southern tourism…
16 Jan 2023   /

Summer strength for southern tourism…

South Island operators bask in the glow of good weather and a strong international rebound over the summer peak.


Abel Tasman operators create Better Bus service
16 Dec 2022   /

Abel Tasman operators create Better Bus service

Abel Tasman operators have teamed up to create a bus service linking Abel Tasman with Nelson and Motueka.


Golden Bay Air expands as tourism recovers
25 Nov 2022  

Golden Bay Air expands as tourism recovers

Golden Bay Air’s nine-passenger Britten Norman Islander aircraft is adding additional seat capacity on flights between Takaka, Karamea, Nelson, and Wellington.


Antique & Classic Boatshow returns to Nelson Lakes National Park
25 Nov 2022   /

Antique & Classic Boatshow returns to Nelson Lakes National Park

The NZ Antique & Classic Boatshow is returning to Lake Rotoiti in the Nelson Lakes National Park next year.


Originair extends Nelson – Blenheim flight trial
2 Nov 2022  

Originair extends Nelson – Blenheim flight trial

OriginAir will continue flights from Nelson to Blenheim to cover the full seven-week closure of State Highway 6.


Originair trials Nelson – Blenheim flights
27 Oct 2022  

Originair trials Nelson – Blenheim flights

Originair is conducting a two-week trial of flights between Nelson and Blenheim while State Highway 6 remains closed for critical repair works.


Wine tasting event returns to Nelson
14 Oct 2022   /

Wine tasting event returns to Nelson

Wine Nelson’s premier annual tasting event is back with a bigger venue and more on offer this year.


NRDA, operators launch Mārahau Pledge with visitor fee to support environment
13 Oct 2022   /

NRDA, operators launch Mārahau Pledge with visitor fee to support environment

A new visitor fee, a commitment to zero carbon, and operator co-operation are part of an initiative to improve the coastal village of Mārahau on the edge of Abel Tasman National Park.


Rental car kiosk opens at Nelson Airport
12 Oct 2022   /

Rental car kiosk opens at Nelson Airport

A new rental car kiosk has opened at Nelson Airport today, replacing the former portacabins.


Nelson tourism, hospo get behind holiday challenge
6 Oct 2022   /

Nelson tourism, hospo get behind holiday challenge

Nelson Tasman hospitality, tourism, events and retail businesses are getting behind a new game encouraging locals and visitors to explore their own backyards.


Nelson to sign off on marina masterplan
22 Sep 2022  

Nelson to sign off on marina masterplan

A grand masterplan is on the cards to turn Nelson Marina into a haven for boaties and the community alike, says Nelson City Council.


NRDA launches campaign to lure visitors back to Nelson
20 Sep 2022  

NRDA launches campaign to lure visitors back to Nelson

The Nelson Regional Development Agency has launched a social media campaign aimed at showcasing the region’s beauty and attracting visitors back to the city.


PM visits Marlborough to help recovery
2 Sep 2022  

PM visits Marlborough to help recovery

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has visited Marlborough to see first-hand the damage to the region caused by storms and flooding in mid-August.


SH6 between Blenheim and Nelson to reopen
31 Aug 2022   /

SH6 between Blenheim and Nelson to reopen

The final closed section of State Highway 6 between Blenheim and Nelson is expected to open at 1pm today, with temporary measures in place including speed restrictions and traffic controls.


International students return to South Island
30 Aug 2022  

International students return to South Island

Southland and Nelson-Marlborough are welcoming back international students after more than two and a half years.


…while top of the South Island tracks suffer rain damage
25 Aug 2022   /

…while top of the South Island tracks suffer rain damage

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Nelson to Blenheim route closed until Tues – Waka Kotahi
22 Aug 2022   /

Nelson to Blenheim route closed until Tues – Waka Kotahi

State Highway 6 from Nelson to Blenheim remains closed until at least Tuesday, says Waka Kotahi.


Operators to launch Marahau Pledge for carbon-neutral future – is this the way forward?
12 Aug 2022   /

Operators to launch Marahau Pledge for carbon-neutral future – is this the way forward?

Nine Abel Tasman tourism businesses are involved in a new regenerative tourism initiative that aims to support the village of Mārahau and the region.


“We’re more than survivors, we are going to thrive” – TECNZ’s Mehrtens
10 Aug 2022   /

“We’re more than survivors, we are going to thrive” – TECNZ’s Mehrtens

The pandemic has left the industry battered and bruised but it is now time to navigate a new future, says TECNZ’s chair.


Industry heads to Nelson for TECNZ conference, trade expo
9 Aug 2022   /

Industry heads to Nelson for TECNZ conference, trade expo

More than 260 delegates are expected at the 2022 Tourism Export Council of New Zealand Conference and Tourism Trade Expo beginning in Nelson today.


Luxury comeback? Lodge booked out Nov to March
30 Jun 2022   /

Luxury comeback? Lodge booked out Nov to March

Owen River Lodge has also put in place a permanent discount rate for Kiwis as thanks for the support shown during the pandemic.


Nelson unveils 15-year marina masterplan
10 Jun 2022   /

Nelson unveils 15-year marina masterplan

Nelson City Council has set out a 15-year plan for a marina transformation that it says will help grow the local economy.


Nelson to close i-SITE for up to two years
7 Jun 2022   /

Nelson to close i-SITE for up to two years

Nelson Regional Development Agency is closing its i-SITE in the city for up to two years as it reviews the facility.


Registrations open for TECNZ 2022 conference
29 Apr 2022   /

Registrations open for TECNZ 2022 conference

Tourism Export Council of New Zealand has opened registrations for its annual conference, to be held 9-12 August at The Rutherford Hotel in Nelson.


GO Rentals to open Nelson Airport branch
28 Mar 2022   /

GO Rentals to open Nelson Airport branch

GO Rentals plans to open an in-terminal branch at Nelson Airport this November.


Luxury fly fishing retreat achieves NZ-first accom B Corp
22 Mar 2022   /

Luxury fly fishing retreat achieves NZ-first accom B Corp

Owen River Lodge has become the first NZ accommodation provider to achieve the B Corp certification.


Watch: Top of the south road trip
8 Mar 2022  

Watch: Top of the south road trip

So much to see and do, as seen in this joint top of the south road trip campaign encompassing Marlborough, Kaikoura, Hurunui, West Coast and Nelson.


TECTS: Tasman leads domestic visitor spend growth
7 Mar 2022   /

TECTS: Tasman leads domestic visitor spend growth

The region topped both annual and monthly visitor spend growth in January.


DOC starts salvage of Heaphy Bridge
7 Mar 2022   /

DOC starts salvage of Heaphy Bridge

The first stage of work in repairing storm damage to the Heaphy Track will begin late next week, the Department of Conservation has confirmed.


Kiwi Journeys expands to e-bike retail as tour business booms
24 Feb 2022   /

Kiwi Journeys expands to e-bike retail as tour business booms

Nelson e-bike rental company Kiwi Journeys is opening an Electrify NZ store on surging demand.


Sudima Christchurch City a location of interest
1 Feb 2022  

Sudima Christchurch City a location of interest

Sudima Christchurch City has been named a Covid-19 location of interest after a case stayed there between 8pm Monday 24 January – 1pm Wednesday 26 January.


Nelson music festival cancels again
26 Jan 2022   /

Nelson music festival cancels again

The Nelson Music Festival Trust has cancelled its 2022 Adam Summer Celebration.


Tasman tops financial wellbeing rankings – ASB
26 Jan 2022   /

Tasman tops financial wellbeing rankings – ASB

Popular summer holiday region Tasman has the strongest financial wellbeing in the country, according to ASB.


A passable summer for top of south operators
19 Jan 2022   /

A passable summer for top of south operators

But pickings are slimmer on the West Coast, particularly further south.