Treble Cone Ski Area 2010 Initiatives
Treble Cone Ski Area has announced a number of new initiatives, including an international standard big air and an extension of its ski improvement programme.
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New Zealand Press Releases
Luxury Otago Central Rail Trail Package
Eichardt’s Hotel has partnered with Off The Rails to offer a luxury Otago Central Rail Trail package.
Heathcote River Day Fun Race 2010
The annual Heathcote River Day will be held on Sunday 21 March 2010.
Sony NZ launched Sleek Walkman MP3
Sony New Zealand has launched the sleek Walkman NWZA840 series, with a width of only 7.2mm.
New Regional Trauma System at Waikato Hospital
New Zealand’s first regional trauma system was launched at Waikato Hospital by Health Minister Tony Ryall.
Eight Nation Free Trade Deal (TPP) Negotiations
Negotiations towards an eight-nation free trade deal, known as the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) begin this week in Melbourne, with a focus on extending existing free trade agreement between New Zealand, Singapore, Chile and Brunei to include the United States, Vietnam, Peru and Australia.
Health and Safety in Employment Act Reminder from DOL
The Department of Labour (DOL) is reminding employers of their responsibilities under the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992, following the sentencing of James Hardie NZ Ltd.
Whakatane's Moko the Dolphin
Moko the Dolphin, Whakatane’s newest tourist attraction, has been filmed by a Japanese television crew and gained more press exposure after being photographed with a local dog.
Indigenous Tourism and Biodiversity Website Awards 2010
TIME Unlimited, specialising in Maori cultural tours, as well as Auckland, fishing, kayaking and wilderness tours, has won the public vote section of the Indigenous Tourism and Biodiversity Website Awards 2010.
Croatian Designer wins Award at iD Fashion Week
Igor Gallas, a young Croatian fashion designer, has won the iD Emerging Designer Award in Dunedin as part of 2010 iD Fashion Week.
Newton Faulkner at Jazz and Blues Festival
Newton Faulkner is performing at the James Hay Theatre on April 10 2010 as part of Christchurch’s International Jazz & Blues Festival.
Tahunanui Reserve Improvements
Nelson City Council is improving the road layout and pedestrian access at Tahunanui Reserve.
Auckland Council Logo Competition
Auckland Council logo competition closes Friday, 19 March 2010.
Viaduct Events Centre Plans Advancing
Auckland’s new Viaduct Events Centre is due to begin construction in April 2010 in Halsey Street Wharf.
V8 Supercar Streetrace in Hamilton
Hamilton is hosting its third annual V8 Supercar Streetrace.
New Air Cargo Inspection Facility at Auckland Airport
Customs Minister Maurice Williamson opened a new Air Cargo Inspection Facility at Auckland Airport.
Daihatsu Recall Not in New Zealand
Daihatsu Japan is recalling 270,000 vehicles, but Toyota NZ – the New Zealand distributor for Daihatsu – confirmed the vehicles being recalled are not sold in New Zealand.
Government Plans to Improve Health for Pacific People
The government has launched a five year health plan for Pacific people ‘Ala Mo’ui: Pathways to Pacific Health and Wellbeing 2010 – 2014.
NZTA Expanding Webcam Service
NZTA is expanding its traffic information service by installing new webcams on State Highway 1.
$21m Food Development Facilities Nationwide
The government plans to spend up to $21 million establishing a network of food development facilities in order to encourage New Zealand’s export base to create more value from their products, to help raise NZ’s economic growth rate.