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Central Otago’s $46m Te Puna Mahara to open 30th June 2026 /

Central Otago’s $46m Te Puna Mahara to open

Te Puna Mahara – Cromwell Memorial Events Centre will officially open to the public on 18 July with a free community gala showcasing Central Otago’s new $45.6m cultural, conference and events venue.


Perspectives: A city rebuilt and its world class venues 2nd March 2026 / /

Perspectives: A city rebuilt and its world class venues

After the 15th anniversary of the 22 February 2011 earthquakes, Christchurch City Council takes a look at the venues it has supported that are up and running or on their way.


Large concerts, busy calendar push Eden Park’s income over $31m 29th January 2026 /

Large concerts, busy calendar push Eden Park’s income over $31m

More than 160,000 fans attended three sold-out Coldplay shows at Eden Park. Image: Supplied


New $77m racecourse for Hawke’s Bay 18th December 2025 /

New $77m racecourse for Hawke’s Bay

Hastings Racecourse, which has been closed for racing since 2024 over track safety concerns, is being moved to make way for 600 new houses.


Govt makes first Major Events and Tourism Package investment, signals cycle trails support… 3rd October 2025 /

Govt makes first Major Events and Tourism Package investment, signals cycle trails support…

The government has announced a $5m investment in a new Centre Court roof for Auckland’s Manuka Doctor Arena, which is expected to cost $15m and be completed by 2027.


TAU to continue North Harbour Stadium management 4th July 2025 /

TAU to continue North Harbour Stadium management

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited will continue to operate North Harbour Stadium in Auckland after a suitable alternative operator could not be found.


AJ Hackett Bungy NZ transforms bungy centre into event venue 19th November 2024 /

AJ Hackett Bungy NZ transforms bungy centre into event venue

AJ Hackett Bungy NZ has partnered with TomTom Productions to turn Kawarau Bungy Centre into a premier destination for corporate and music events.


EVANZ: New ticketing code expected to boost confidence 5th November 2024 /

EVANZ: New ticketing code expected to boost confidence

A new code of practice developed by the Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand is expected to boost the confidence of ticket buyers and event providers.


Historic homestead redeveloped into venue 29th October 2024

Historic homestead redeveloped into venue

A historic Horowhenua homestead has been redeveloped into an upmarket wedding and conference centre.


New rec centre good for residents, visitors – govt 7th October 2024 /

New rec centre good for residents, visitors – govt

A new multi-purpose recreation centre will provide a valuable wellbeing hub for residents and visitors to Ruakākā in Northland, says Regional Development Minister Shane Jones.


Eden Park hosts its first Auckland Home & Garden Show 24th May 2024 /

Eden Park hosts its first Auckland Home & Garden Show

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New $15m Kaikohe complex will help attract events – Jones 29th April 2024 /

New $15m Kaikohe complex will help attract events – Jones

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones has officially opened Kaikohe’s new $14.7m sports complex.