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Energy Minister David Parker and Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor have congratulated Air New Zealand for seeking out a sustainable alternative to traditional aviation fuel, which co

New Zealand has once again been voted a favourite destination by British travellers, Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor said today.

Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor today called for students with an interest in tourism to apply for $15,000 Tourism Research Scholarships.

New Zealand was voted Country of the Year 2008 in a popular Australian travel show recently, adding to a number of awards received over the past year, Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor said today.

Wairarapa's rural economy will benefit hugely from new flights between Auckland and Masterton, Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor said today.

Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor has expressed sadness after learning one person is missing and several people are injured following a jet boat accident in Queenstown this afternoon.

The government has committed over $39,000 to Wellington's Carter Observatory as part of a redevelopment of the facility.

International visitors continue to spend more during their trips to New Zealand according to new data released today, said Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor.

The government is already committed to the priorities outlined in a document released by the tourism industry today, said Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor.

New Zealand has been voted the number one destination by travellers in the UK, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today.

It is essential New Zealand continues to deliver on our 100% Pure New Zealand brand and the government has committed significant money in doing so, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today

The majority of international and domestic travellers say New Zealand’s six top tourist regions show sound environmental management, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today.

The government is committing an extra $2.83 million over the next year for the implementation of the New Zealand Tourism Strategy 2015, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor announced today.

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

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

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 Associatio

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Thank you for inviting me to speak at the Motel Association Annual Conference for 2008.

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 marke

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

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

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

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