13th August 2026 Cruise / NZCA / OpinionAs the New Zealand Cruise Association holds its annual conference in Auckland today, Tansy Tompkins says in her chair’s report that despite progress the country remains in a global fight for ship deployment.
12th August 2026 Bed Tax / OpinionIndustry and govt appear to be coalescing around a bed tax, but a hotelier argues it will add costs to everyone from school camps to grieving families.
10th August 2026 Indigenous / OpinionCommunities are challenging tourism models created by outsiders and seeking a greater role in shaping their own visitor economies.
6th August 2026 Opinion / TECNZTECNZ’s chair says after years of disruption, tourism now has the opportunity to shape a stronger, more ambitious future.
4th August 2026 Museums Aotearoa / OpinionMuseums Aotearoa CEO says local government amalgamation will provide a rare opportunity for the struggling sector.
23rd July 2026 Cruise / OpinionVisitor numbers are surging, raising questions over the industry’s impact among the very people tasked with showcasing the regions.
14th July 2026 Aviation / OpinionIf essential air links are to survive, the regional network needs more than short-term bailouts.
13th July 2026 Opinion / TCAThe current system is not protecting the conservation estate, says the Tourism Conservation Alliance.
9th July 2026 Opinion / WEFGlobal tourism must shift from simply attracting more visitors to creating long-term value.
7th July 2026 Opinion / SustainabilitySustainable tourism is becoming more important, but operators are grappling with unclear goals, rising costs and what “green” really means.
29th June 2026 DOC / OpinionThe department’s director-general warns conservation challenges are outpacing available resources.
24th June 2026 Hospitality NZ / OpinionHospitality NZ CEO Kristy Phillips says the industry’s resilience and innovation are reasons for optimism.
