Beehive - Tourism

4 August, 2008

Government commits funding to sustainable tourism

The government is committing an extra $2.83 million over the next year for the implementation of the New Zealand Tourism Strategy 2015

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4 August, 2008

Tourism Industry Conference 2008

Damien O'Connor's speech to the Tourism Industry Conference in Christchurch. ‘Bringing New Zealand to the world, and bringing the world to New Zealand’

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1 August, 2008

Successful regions for sustainable tourism funding announced

Nine successful regions to receive government funding for sustainable tourism have been announced today by Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor.

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30 July, 2008

Data shows positive long term prospects for tourism

International visitor arrivals are expected to grow 26 percent by 2014 according to new forecast data released today, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said.

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30 July, 2008

Gold for New Zealand in PATA Awards 2008

Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor today congratulated Tourism New Zealand on its recent awards for its innovative marketing and public relations campaigns in the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards.

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27 July, 2008

Motel Association of New Zealand Conference

Damien O'Connor's speech to the Motel Association of New Zealand Conference in Hastings

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27 July, 2008

Fresh face for New Zealand in Spring campaign

The ‘What’s On’ campaign is entering its third year and as a new round of ads kicks off for spring it’s time to reflect on some healthy visitor growth from our largest market, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor announced today.

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25 July, 2008

Tourism spend up despite tough times for industry

Data showing continued growth in spending by international visitors to New Zealand was welcomed today by Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor.

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14 July, 2008

New Tourism Board Chair

Tourism Minister announces appointment of Greg Muir as Chairperson of the New Zealand Tourism Board -- brings excellent leadership and international marketing skills

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14 July, 2008

Minister announces new Tourism Board Chair

Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor today announced the appointment of Greg Muir as Chairperson of the New Zealand Tourism Board.

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4 July, 2008

Rugby World Cup promotion lands in UK

New Zealand’s giant inflatable Rugby Ball Venue will make its second international appearance, in front of London’s Tower Bridge in November.

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30 June, 2008

Tourism spend surpasses $20 billion for the first time

Tourism expenditure has surpassed $20 billion a year for the first time according to new figures out today, said Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor.

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23 June, 2008

Guides give sustainability tips to tourism businesses

New sector-specific guides to help tourism operators ensure their businesses are sustainable were launched today by Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor.

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27 May, 2008

Speech to launch Qualmark Green at TRENZ Breakfast

Speech to launch new Qualmark Green environmental criteria at the Tourism Rendezvous New Zealand (TRENZ) conference in Rotorua

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27 May, 2008

Minister announces world first scheme for tourism industry

A world first integrated environmental performance and tourism quality assurance system was announced today by Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor.

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9 May, 2008

Sustainability tourism funding applications open

Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor today called for regional organisations to apply for new government funding to help tourism businesses improve their environmental sustainability.

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8 May, 2008

Speech to New Zealand Hotel Industry Conference

Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor address the New Zealand Hotel Industry Conference

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7 May, 2008

Winter campaign launched in Aussie as first snow falls

Chillier temperatures in New Zealand are being welcomed as the new ‘What’s On’ winter campaign launches in Australia, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor announced today.

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29 April, 2008

Backpacker backs Love NZ recycling brand

The tourism industry is to be congratulated for committing to recycling facilities to help New Zealand maintain its ‘clean and green’ reputation overseas, Environment Minister Trevor Mallard and Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor said today at the launch of Love NZ – Recycle with care at the YHA Wellington City.

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22 April, 2008

Tai Rawhiti Ventures bodes well for East Coast region

“The launch of Tai Rawhiti Ventures will provide a huge advantage for the Tairawhiti region,” Associate Tourism Minister Nanaia Mahuta said

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17 April, 2008

Increase in Sydney-Queenstown flights welcomed

An increase in the number of flights from Sydney to Queenstown in this year’s ski season will help the government meet its goal of having 1 million Australian visitors to New Zealand over a 12 month period, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today.

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15 April, 2008

Snapshots on tourism industry handy for operators

Two new snapshots of the museum and nature-based tourism sectors will prove useful for tourism operators, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today.

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3 April, 2008

Maori Tourism Trade Manual key for tourism strategy

A new manual showcasing 100 Maori tourism businesses will set a quality benchmark for the future of Maori Tourism, says Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor.

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2 April, 2008

Maori Tourism Trade Manual key for Tourism Strategy

A new manual showcasing 100 Maori tourism businesses will set a quality benchmark for the future of Maori Tourism, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today.

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2 April, 2008

Maori Trade Manual key to NZ Tourism Success

Speech notes for Associate Tourism Minister Nanaia Mahuta's address at the Launch of the Maori Tourism Trade Manual, 2 April 2008, Parliament Buildikngs, WELLINGTON

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16 March, 2008

Government funding for sustainable tourism in regions

New government funding of $840,000 is being committed to help tourism businesses in the regions improve their environmental sustainability.

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13 March, 2008

Minister announces tourism research scholars

Five young New Zealanders have been awarded $15,000 each for their research into the tourism industry, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor announced today.

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6 March, 2008