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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.


New freedom camping rules causing concern – RVA
19 Sep 2023  

New freedom camping rules causing concern – RVA

The Rental Vehicle Association of New Zealand says changes to freedom camping regulations are causing concern in the industry.


Revamped Wildlife Act to provide stronger biodiversity protection
11 Sep 2023   /

Revamped Wildlife Act to provide stronger biodiversity protection

New Zealand’s Wildlife Act will be revamped to better protect native species and improve biodiversity, says Conservation Minister Willow-Jean Prime.


Election 2023: ‘More detail please’ – tourism leaders on politicians’ promises
8 Sep 2023   /

Election 2023: ‘More detail please’ – tourism leaders on politicians’ promises

Labour and National’s tourism priorities have received a mixed reception from the sector with more detail top of the wishlist for stakeholder groups.


Airports Association releases aviation manifesto
8 Sep 2023   /

Airports Association releases aviation manifesto

Greater connectivity, a path for low and zero-carbon aviation, and future-proofing infrastructure are among the key recommendations in the New Zealand Airports Association’s election policy manifesto for the future government.


New adventure regime prompts survey into tourism disclosure needs
4 Sep 2023   /

New adventure regime prompts survey into tourism disclosure needs

Operators and travel sellers face new risk rules – what are the gaps that need to be filled?


QLDC enacts bylaw on commercial pub crawls
4 Sep 2023  

QLDC enacts bylaw on commercial pub crawls

A new Queenstown bylaw has put in place new rules around events and commercial activities in public spaces.


Hauraki Gulf protection bill passes first reading
31 Aug 2023   /

Hauraki Gulf protection bill passes first reading

A bill to protect the Hauraki Gulf has passed its first reading in parliament.


BYATA Conference: Adventure tourism must prep for new era managing risk – TIA’s Ingram
29 Aug 2023   /

BYATA Conference: Adventure tourism must prep for new era managing risk – TIA’s Ingram

Operators will have to up their game to meet the changes in risk communication required under the government’s new rules for adventure activities, says Tourism Industry Aotearoa chief executive Rebecca Ingram.


Govt shores up jet fuel supply resilience
25 Aug 2023  

Govt shores up jet fuel supply resilience

New legislation to ensure the resilience and security of New Zealand’s fuel supply – including jet fuel – has passed its third reading in parliament.


Tourism to benefit from new Hauraki Gulf plan – WWF
23 Aug 2023  

Tourism to benefit from new Hauraki Gulf plan – WWF

WWF New Zealand says tourism is a potential beneficiary of new legislation to protect and restore the Hauraki Gulf.


New rules for adventure operators in wake of Whakaari disaster
17 Aug 2023   /

New rules for adventure operators in wake of Whakaari disaster

Better risk communication, improved hazard monitoring, and more powers for WorkSafe are among the changes.


Gender pay gap reporting on cards for large businesses
14 Aug 2023  

Gender pay gap reporting on cards for large businesses

The government is moving ahead with plans to implement a pay gap reporting system for large organisations.


Hauraki Gulf protection plan welcomed
10 Aug 2023   /

Hauraki Gulf protection plan welcomed

Conservation and environment groups have welcomed the government’s plan to nearly triple the Hauraki Gulf protection area with 19 new marine protection areas.


Govt triples Hauraki Gulf protection area
9 Aug 2023  

Govt triples Hauraki Gulf protection area

The government is nearly tripling the Hauraki Gulf protection area with 19 new marine protection areas.


Cellar door sales bill introduced in Parliament
3 Aug 2023   /

Cellar door sales bill introduced in Parliament

A members’ bill to make it easier for wineries to sell samples at the cellar door has had its first reading in Parliament.


Greens seek better protection for dolphins
31 Jul 2023   /

Greens seek better protection for dolphins

The Green Party has lodged a members’ bill to help protect marine mammals.


Hospitality NZ welcomes longer trading hours for special events
25 Jul 2023  

Hospitality NZ welcomes longer trading hours for special events

Hospitality New Zealand has welcomed new legislation that will enable venues to extend trading hours during the Rugby World Cup without needing a special licence.


Nats propose hunting & fishing minister, new DOC huts partnership
24 Jul 2023   /

Nats propose hunting & fishing minister, new DOC huts partnership

The party says a ‘Huts of Recreational Importance’ initiative will help maintain accommodation on the DOC estate.


Hospo can open longer for Rugby World Cup
20 Jul 2023   /

Hospo can open longer for Rugby World Cup

Hospitality businesses can open longer for the men’s Rugby World Cup after the Sale and Supply of Alcohol (Rugby World Cup 2023 Extended Trading Hours) Amendment Bill passed its third reading.


Bill to help reduce payment wait for small businesses passes
20 Jul 2023   /

Bill to help reduce payment wait for small businesses passes

The Business Payment Practices Bill, which will reduce the stress and costs to small businesses of long payment wait times, has passed its third reading. 


Airbnb moots visitor levy, code of conduct for NZ accom
30 Jun 2023  

Airbnb moots visitor levy, code of conduct for NZ accom

An opt-in sustainable visitor levy for local councils to apply to accommodation providers is amongst the measures that Airbnb is proposing to manage New Zealand’s short term accommodation sector.


Booze bill could be “major blow” for wine tourism – NZ Winegrowers
12 Jun 2023  

Booze bill could be “major blow” for wine tourism – NZ Winegrowers

The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act (Community Participation) Bill could be a major blow for the country’s wine tourism, says New Zealand Winegrowers.


Updated freedom camping rules come into law
12 Jun 2023  

Updated freedom camping rules come into law

The Self-contained Motor Vehicles Legislation Bill, also known as the Freedom Camping Bill, has come into effect as law from 7 June.


CAA, industry launch emerging aviation tech forum
6 Jun 2023  

CAA, industry launch emerging aviation tech forum

The Civil Aviation Authority and government and industry partners have launched a new forum designed to foster closer collaboration to help guide emerging technologies in the sector.


Freedom camping changes good for the environment – govt
1 Jun 2023  

Freedom camping changes good for the environment – govt

The Self-Contained Motor Vehicle Legislation Bill has passed its third reading, marking a milestone in the government’s efforts to manage the impacts of freedom camping, says Tourism Minister Peeni Henare.


SkyCity urges online casino regulation after govt moves on digital sports betting
24 May 2023   /

SkyCity urges online casino regulation after govt moves on digital sports betting

SkyCity says the government’s decision to regulate online betting on horse racing should be extended to the fast-growing virtual casino market.


TAIC calls for harnessing of commercial balloon pilots after ejections
18 May 2023   /

TAIC calls for harnessing of commercial balloon pilots after ejections

The Transport Accident Investigation Commission has recommended the mandating of pilot restraint harnesses during critical phases of commercial balloon flights.


New offences created under proposed Customs law
18 May 2023   /

New offences created under proposed Customs law

Visitors to New Zealand who provide false or no arrival information could face new penalties as part of changes to the Customs and Excise (Arrival Information) Amendment Bill.


Govt extending trading for hospo during Rugby World Cup
10 May 2023   /

Govt extending trading for hospo during Rugby World Cup

Licensed hospitality businesses will be able to stay open for longer during the Rugby World Cup from September.


CAA working on helicopter night flying rules following crash
20 Apr 2023   /

CAA working on helicopter night flying rules following crash

The CAA says it is taking action to address and implement stronger safety measures for night flying following a helicopter crash four years ago.


Last day for feedback on changes to adventure rules
18 Apr 2023   /

Last day for feedback on changes to adventure rules

Today is the final day for submissions on the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s draft amendments to the Health and Safety at Work (Adventure Activities) regulations.


…with ComCom to investigate Interislander, StraitNZ over ferry issues
11 Apr 2023   /

…with ComCom to investigate Interislander, StraitNZ over ferry issues

The Commerce Commission is launching an investigation into Interislander and StraitNZ, the owner of Bluebridge, about the ongoing ferry delays and cancellations.


Voluntary lobbying code could take in peak bodies
4 Apr 2023   /

Voluntary lobbying code could take in peak bodies

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has announced several steps to introduce greater transparency around lobbying at Parliament.


Week left for feedback on changes to adventure rules
3 Apr 2023   /

Week left for feedback on changes to adventure rules

Operators have just over a week to submit on the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s draft amendments to the Health and Safety at Work (Adventure Activities) regulations.


New Civil Aviation Bill passed
30 Mar 2023   /

New Civil Aviation Bill passed

The government has passed the new Civil Aviation Bill that modernises and strengthens aviation security rules.


Govt to remove red tape to help cyclone recovery
15 Mar 2023   /

Govt to remove red tape to help cyclone recovery

The government is rolling out legislation to help regions around the country to recover from Cyclone Gabrielle as efficiently as possible.


Henare rejects claim of “criminalising” Kiwi campers
27 Feb 2023   /

Henare rejects claim of “criminalising” Kiwi campers

The tourism minister also denies turning down assistance from National to redraft the freedom camping bill.


Nats withdraw support for freedom camping bill
24 Feb 2023   /

Nats withdraw support for freedom camping bill

The National Party has revoked support for the Self-Contained Motor Vehicles Legislation Bill because of how the proposed legislation approaches the kinds of toilets campers would be able to use.


Compulsory biosecurity education coming for airline, maritime operators
27 Jan 2023   /

Compulsory biosecurity education coming for airline, maritime operators

Commercial airline and maritime operators will soon be required by law to provide biosecurity information to vessels and aircraft with more than 20 passengers arriving in New Zealand.


Govt tightens consent process for high-emission projects
1 Dec 2022  

Govt tightens consent process for high-emission projects

“This new guidance will help central and local governments work together to put our climate plans into action as we make the transition to a low-emission, resilient future that benefits everyone,” said Minister of Climate Change James Shaw.


We’re not the same as Airbnb – B&Bs highlight differences to avoid regulation
25 Nov 2022   /

We’re not the same as Airbnb – B&Bs highlight differences to avoid regulation

Hosted bed and breakfast operators are worried their industry could get caught up in council moves to regulate Airbnb.


Hospitality NZ welcomes changes to pokie machines
21 Nov 2022   /

Hospitality NZ welcomes changes to pokie machines

Hospitality New Zealand has given the government’s pokie venue regulation changes the thumbs up if they help reduce harm.


Govt to make pokie machine changes
18 Nov 2022  

Govt to make pokie machine changes

The government is implementing a raft of changes for businesses that have pokie machines to help reduce the harm they cause people.


Public urged to have say on NZ’s low emissions future
17 Nov 2022   /

Public urged to have say on NZ’s low emissions future

New Zealanders are being encouraged to have their say on how the country plans its transition to a low-emissions future that is fair and inclusive for everyone.


Bill to stamp out late payment practices passes first reading
9 Nov 2022  

Bill to stamp out late payment practices passes first reading

Legislation to help small businesses get paid on time has passed its first reading in parliament.


ComCom to act as ‘regulatory backstop’ for fairer fuel prices
9 Nov 2022   /

ComCom to act as ‘regulatory backstop’ for fairer fuel prices

The Commerce Commission will soon have more power to set fairer fuel prices through changes made to the way the wholesale fuel market functions.


Feedback sought on Queenstown alcohol bylaws
8 Nov 2022   /

Feedback sought on Queenstown alcohol bylaws

Queenstown Lakes District Council is seeking early feedback about two alcohol bylaws coming up for review.


KiwiRail to stay SOE – govt
7 Oct 2022  

KiwiRail to stay SOE – govt

KiwiRail will remain a state-owned enterprise to focus on transitioning its above-rail business to be financially self-sufficient, says the government.


Govt changes up adventure rules to improve safety following White Island disaster
3 Oct 2022   /

Govt changes up adventure rules to improve safety following White Island disaster

The new operator requirements form part of the govt’s response to the Whakaari/White Island tragedy.