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As meteorologists warn of a potentially severe “Super El Niño” threat facing New Zealand and the wider Pacific region this coming summer, NZ Māori Tourism has joined forces with MetService to help operators prepare for volatile weather conditions.
Following recent years of devastating summer weather that disrupted operations and damaged regional infrastructure, the two organizations will co-host a targeted, one-hour preparedness webinar to guide business owners through the upcoming peak visitor season.
The session aims to equip Māori tourism businesses and the broader industry with critical meteorological insights, decision-making tools, and risk-management strategies to safeguard both staff and manuhiri (visitors).
Key Details & Registration
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Event: Weather Preparedness Webinar with MetService & NZ Māori Tourism
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Date & Time: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM NZST
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Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
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Registration: Free online registration required
NZ Māori Tourism Core Agenda
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MetService 101 & Summer Outlook: Direct analysis from MetService meteorologists on the evolving El Niño phenomenon and what to expect this summer.
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Forecasts, Watches & Warnings: How to navigate official weather updates, interpret emergency alerts, and track shifting conditions in real time.
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Business Preparedness & Continuity: Practical application of weather data to protect operations, minimize disruption, and inform safety protocols.
Interactive Q&A Session
An interactive Q&A will conclude the session. Operators are strongly encouraged to submit questions regarding their specific regional concerns via the registration form by Tuesday, September 22, 2026, to ensure they are addressed during the live broadcast.
NAN 16-09-26
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