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New Zealand launches Wellness Campaign in Japan

Tourism New Zealand has launched a new promotional campaign in Japan, Nourished by New Zealand: Body & Soul, aiming to drive an estimated 8,500 incremental arrivals and position the country as a premier wellness and restorative destination. Featuring popular Japanese actress Kana Kurashina as its ambassador, the campaign targets Japanese travelers seeking wellness, authentic food more…

Horrific injuries in Australia highlight growing danger of vessel strikes on whales

Shocking images shared by citizen scientists with WWF-Australia show the severe risk that vessel strikes pose to migrating whales along Australia’s east coast. The harrowing photos reveal deep propeller wounds and lacerations, raising global concern over collision risks in busy shipping and boating corridors. The issue was highlighted at a recent International Whaling Commission meeting more…

New Zealand: The next government could be a four‑party coalition

Analyses: Going by recent opinion polls, the combined votes of National and Labour in the coming election may be the lowest ever – below 60%. This might be a temporary dip, and the familiar National-Labour pendulum may swing back in future elections. Or it could signal a long-term trend. Results below 30%, or even 25%, more…

New Zealand: Brand new baggage system to be installed at Auckland Airport – Watch

Check it out: A brand new, 10km baggage system is to be installed at Auckland Airport in New Zealand, as AKL international check-in overhaul ramps up. Behind the scenes of Auckland Airport’s international terminal, work is underway to modernise the original 1990s baggage handling system, with a major upgrade creating a faster, more seamless experience more…

Swiss glaciers lose more than 5% in ice volume in 2026

Over the last five years, Swiss glaciers have lost nearly 20% of their mass, and 2026 saw the second-biggest loss of glacier volume on record. Experts warn there could be no ice left in the next 10-15 years. Glaciers in Switzerland have lost nearly 20% of their mass in five years, experts said Thursday. The more…

New Zealand: Hut-hopping and hiking becomes easier with modernized Digital Booking System

Planning and paying for backcountry trips in Aotearoa New Zealand is becoming significantly easier as the Department of Conservation (DOC) transitions more of its hut network into a modernized digital booking system. DOC has added 62 additional huts and campsites to its online booking portal and is officially moving physical New Zealand Backcountry Hut Tickets more…

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New Zealand: The next government could be a four‑party coalition

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