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1 week ago | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
Now complete and undergoing final auditing, the structure stands as New Zealand's highest multi-level climbing course. Located alongside the Southern Motorway, it is now scheduled to open to the public on July 19th.
The facility features 78 distinct climbing elements, developed in collaboration with German manufacturer KristallTurm.
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1 week ago | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
Jetstar flight JQ165 from Sydney touched down in Hamilton around 11.15am on Monday before the A320 aircraft reloaded and took passengers back to Sydney. Jetstar will operate seven trans-Tasman services per week out of Hamilton: three return flights to and from the Gold Coast, and four return flights between Hamilton and Sydney.
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2 months ago | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) is applauding the Government's move to eliminate a barrier to New Zealand hosting international medical conferences.
Trade show exhibitors will soon be allowed to showcase new products and research to medical practitioners in New Zealand following a Government announcement today (29 April).
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2 months ago | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
A 45-minute drive from Faleolo International Airport, the contemporary hotel offers a base for exploring Samoa’s capital, with easy access to markets, restaurants and cultural attractions.
Designed for both business and leisure travellers, Lava Hotel Apia has modern amenities, an outdoor pool, and 1905 Eatery and Bar serving local and international cuisine. Guests can also take advantage of laundry services and versatile meeting spaces, ideal for corporate and private events.
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Mar 10, 2025 | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Fiame Naomi Mata’afa opened the exchange at the Samoa Tourism Authority Fale Samoa – Cultural Village and says the event was crucial in promoting economic growth sustainability and acknowledging that tourism has long been a cornerstone of the economy, providing vital income, employment and opportunities for cultural exchange.
The official exchange took place over two days with pre-scheduled business–to–business meetings.
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Mar 9, 2025 | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
New Zealand's business events industry body, BEIA says today's announcement the Government is investing an additional $3 million from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy will bring valuable international conference and incentive business to the country.
The additional activity aims to secure business events for New Zealand that will deliver more than $30 million in incremental spend to the economy.
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Mar 3, 2025 | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has garnered more recognition for its sustainability focus, winning The Building Sustainability through People Award at the 2025 NZ HR Awards.
Marking its 26th year with the highest-ever number of entries, the HRNZ Awards celebrate exceptional organisations and individuals driving change and promoting best practice.
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Mar 2, 2025 | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
Presented in partnership with Cairns Airport, the 2025 CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific will take place at Cairns Convention Centre on July 31 and August 1, bringing leaders from the aviation, tourism and hospitality industries to the region for a series of strategic sessions aimed at shaping the future of air travel.
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Mar 2, 2025 | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
Collective Hospitality have announced Marcel Leydesdorff has joined as business manager.
With 28 years' experience in catering and hospitality, Leydesdorff’s journey began as a chef, quickly evolving into owning several event-related businesses, including a successful contemporary catering brand. Back in NZ now after 2 years in Sydney, where he managed a craft beer & cocktail-on-tap business and also served as COO of a tech startup.
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Mar 2, 2025 | 
meetingnewz.co.nz | Paul Hailes
RotoruaNZ have selected Montans Group as the new caterer for the Energy Events Centre (EEC) and Rotorua International Stadium.
RotoruaNZ is now responsible for the city’s major event venues management, and chief executive Andrew Wilson says that after careful consideration, Montana Group was determined to be the ideal fit due to its extensive expertise and innovation.
“Rotorua is home to first-rate event venues and the appointment of Montana Group will only build on this legacy,” Wilson says.
