New partnership to boost Chinese visitors to New Zealand
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) A partnership aimed at attracting more high-value Chinese visitors to New Zealand during shoulder and off-peak seasons has been formed between Auckland’s economic development agency, the bankcard scheme with the world’s largest cardholder base, and Immigration New Zealand (INZ). Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) signed […]
Read More →Triple the fun: Auckland to host three huge events in one exciting weekend
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Rugby, football and the country’s largest cultural festival are set to entertain Aucklanders and visitors alike on the weekend of 15-17 February. The only professional kiwi team competing in the Hyundai A-League competition, the Wellington Phoenix, will host the high-flying Melbourne Victory at Eden Park on 15 […]
Read More →Western Springs set to transform into the heart of Pasifika once again
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Auckland’s iconic Pasifika Festival will transform Western Springs into a vibrant heart of Pacific culture once again on March 23-24, with new features and shared spaces aimed at creating an even better experience for the tens of thousands of festival-goers. In its 27th year, this family friendly event brings together Pacific communities to celebrate diverse cultures of the South Pacific. The festival […]
Read More →BLACKCAPS and WHITE FERNS double header vs India – fan activations at Eden Park
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Fans lucky enough to have tickets to the sold out Twenty20 double header at Eden Park on Friday, 8 February will be treated to a range of activations as they head into the stadium. At 3pm, New Zealand’s Women’s side, the WHITE FERNS, will face India’s Women’s […]
Read More →Auckland’s fish market reopens its doors
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Auckland’s lovers of fresh seafood are re-acquainting themselves with the historic Auckland Fish Market, which has re-opened after a 9–month refurbishment and upgrade. The Wynyard Quarter icon has eight new eateries and a courtyard bar alongside the traditional fishmonger. The three-level Sanford building has been in use for more than 90 years, and the fish markets have been a destination for seafood lovers for decades. Daily fresh catch which […]
Read More →Australian delegation to explore trade and tourism links with Auckland
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) A delegation of business and civic leaders from Australia’s leading regional economy and most exciting new metropolitan area will visit Auckland this week to explore opportunities in trade, tourism and collaboration. The delegation will mark the introduction in late 2018 of direct air flights between Newcastle Airport […]
Read More →Cordis, Auckland partakes in new sustainability initiatives
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Central-city hotel Cordis, Auckland are one of many accommodation providers around the region that are making waves in delivering sustainable best practices. Every 24 hours Cordis, Auckland work their magic to convert 1000 kgs. of discarded material into environmentally safe water – a zero food waste to […]
Read More →‘Go go’ for Power Rangers skills development collaboration in Auckland
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) A unique partnership between the producers of the long-running hit TV series Power Rangers and Auckland’s economic growth agency has created an exciting opportunity for talented students to learn first-hand what it takes to work in the region’s thriving screen industry. Power Rangers has been filmed in […]
Read More →Auckland is the place to be this New Year’s Eve
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Auckland will be the first major city in the world to welcome in 2019, and is planning a visual and entertainment extravaganza to light up Auckland’s cityscape this New Year’s Eve. For the first time, Vector Lights on Auckland Harbour Bridge will join the celebrations with a […]
Read More →Auckland to host two more global tournaments
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) New Zealand has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2020 BWF World Junior Championships and 2025 BWF World Senior Championships, announced on 30 November in Kuala Lumpur by the Badminton World Federation. The tournaments will be based in Auckland, and securing two global events which fall […]
Read More →Auckland and Whangarei to host the 2021 Women’s Rugby World Cup
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Auckland and Whangarei have been confirmed as hosts of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2021 – the first time the tournament will be held in the Southern Hemisphere. The World Rugby Executive Council announced the winning bid overnight in Dublin with New Zealand coming out top ahead […]
Read More →Thousands gather in Auckland to mark the 100th Anniversary of Armistice Day
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Thousands turned out in Auckland, New Zealand, today to mark the 100th anniversary of the Armistice that ended fighting on the Western Front during World War One. New Zealand is the first country in the world to begin the commemorations for the centenary of Armistice Day, […]
Read More →Perform at the 2019 Pasifika Festival
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Calling performers keen to take part The search is on for performers keen to take part in Auckland’s iconic Pasifika Festival in 2019. Festival organisers want to hear from performers and performance groups of all ages and Pacific backgrounds; from individuals, small and large groups; presenting music, […]
Read More →Auckland the place to be next winter
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Transforming Auckland into a captivating destination during winter months A plan is underway to make Auckland an unmissable winter destination, to bring more visitors to the region in quieter months when spare capacity exists. Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) is working with event, tourism, hospitality […]
Read More →Accomplished strategic expert joins ATEED
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Noah Maffitt, a highly experienced international e-commerce and digital business growth expert, has been appointed General Manager Strategy at Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED), Auckland’s economic growth agency. A US native, Maffitt has held a range of senior positions since moving to Auckland in 2014. […]
Read More →Auckland accommodation pipeline adds more than 4,000 rooms
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) A run of recent hotel development announcements will see more than 4,000 rooms coming online in Auckland over the next five years. With a thriving visitor economy in Auckland contributing $8.36 billion in tourism spend annually, and record numbers of visitor arrivals, it is not surprising then […]
Read More →Welcome Mate Ma’a Tonga at Manukau’s Vodafone Events Centre
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Two official opportunities to connect with the Tongan rugby league team Fans can meet and greet Mate Ma’a Tonga when they arrive in Auckland, at a special event at the Manukau’s Vodafone Events Centre on Wednesday, 10 October. The Tongan rugby league team will head straight to […]
Read More →Auckland amateur sport continues to benefit from Games
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) 28 sports organisations share more of World Masters Games 2017’s success World Masters Games 2017 (WMG2017) continues to give back to amateur sport in Auckland, with 28 local sports organisations today receiving a further grant from the WMG2017 Legacy Fund. WMG2017 created a huge buzz when it […]
Read More →Top international students win internships with leading Auckland businesses
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) The inaugural Global Talent Showcase was held this week with four winning international students securing much sought-after internships at some of Auckland’s leading businesses. Initiated by Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development’s (ATEED) Study Auckland and HR consultancy Talent Solutions, the competition attracted more than 150 entries, […]
Read More →Auckland wins $45m worth of business events
Source: Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) Auckland Convention Bureau (ACB), in conjunction with its members and industry partners, has won an impressive $45 million worth of business events in the year ending June 2018. As a result of these wins, more than 100 different business events have been secured and will be held […]
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