The Restaurant Association and Hospitality New Zealand are pleased to release the full report from the 2024 Hospitality Summit, providing a comprehensive roadmap for addressing the key challenges…
Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) believes today’s announcement to “turbocharge” global tourism marketing efforts will have a positive impact for the hospitality industry. Tourism and…
Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) is pleased that Hon Kieran McAnulty’s member’s bill proposing to remove trading restrictions over Easter weekend, Christmas and ANZAC Day passed its First…
Craggy Range has been a significant part of the Hawke’s Bay hospitality scene for over 20 years, known for its wine and dining, and its strong ties to the local region. Over the past year, since…
Confirmation that Auckland is unable to proceed with a bid to host the 38th America’s Cup (AC38) in 2027 is a disappointing blow for the hospitality and accommodation sectors, and highlights the…
MEDIA RELEASE 27.03.2025 Hospitality NZ acknowledges Eden Park stadium decision Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) acknowledges today’s decision by Auckland Councillors to endorse in principle…
Media release 27 March 2025 Hospitality New Zealand welcomes regional tourism funding boost . Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) welcomes today’s announcement from Tourism and Hospitality…
MEDIA RELEASE 27 March 2025 The Fat Duck Gastropub in Te Anau named New Zealand’s best gastropub for 2025! The Fat Duck has been named Supreme Champion at the 2025 Estrella Damm Top 50 New Zealand…
Entries are now open for the 2025 Lion Hospitality New Zealand Awards for Excellence, New Zealand’s premier hospitality awards programme. Now in its 27th year, the awards celebrate excellence across…
Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) welcomes today's announcement by the Government that it is focusing on driving short-term holiday arrivals from Australia to drive tourism growth through a…
Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) supports Auckland Transport’s decision to delay the introduction of overnight on-street parking charges in Auckland’s central city until March 2026. Under…
The results are in for the second annual Estrella Damm Top 50 New Zealand Gastropub Awards, celebrating the very best food-led pubs across the country. From historic institutions perfecting classic…
Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) welcomes today's announcement by the Government that it is introducing amendments to visitor visa requirements to allow tourists to work remotely while…
Hospitality New Zealand acknowledges and thanks Hon. Matt Doocey for his contribution as Minister for Hospitality and Tourism. As part of the Cabinet reshuffle announced today, Minister Doocey will…
When a fire tore through Good Local on 26 April 2024, the family-owned business could have shuttered its doors. Instead, it became a story of resilience, community spirit, and family values. Since…
Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) is calling for Members of Parliament to send Cameron Luxton’s member’s bill proposing to remove trading restrictions over Easter weekend to Select Committee…
Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) is today welcoming the announced changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa, coming into effect in stages across 2025. Changes of particular note for…
