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Northland showjumpers win in Taupo
Torrential rain didn't stop Katie McVean turning on a classy performance to take the fourth round of the New Zealand World Cup series at the Christmas Classic in Taupo on Saturday.
Read the full postSummer on Ruapehu
Mount Ruapehu, famed for its snow sports and alpine crossing, has a new attraction that promises fun, fitness and adventure for the summer months. The Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail forms part of the New Zealand Cycle Trail and covers 317km of spectacular landscape, from the slopes of the mountain to the Whanganui River.
Read the full postAnnual Highland Games, Waipu
The Scottish themed Waipu Games is the largest event of its kind in New Zealand. The 138th Games, on 02JAN12, will be held at Caledonian Park.
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Rob Fyfe reassures on London ops
In his latest message to Air New Zealand staff, CEO Rob Fyfe has responded to mounting concerns about the airline’s commitment to maintaining the NZ-London route. He says: “It’s no secret that we are struggling to make London profitable, just as our competitors are also struggling in this task, not just on London but on most ultra-long haul routes. Passenger numbers are flat at best and, when put against the backdrop of economic turmoil in Europe, any pick up in demand for long haul air travel from London looks unlikely in the foreseeable future.
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In his latest message to Air New Zealand staff, CEO Rob Fyfe has confirmed that new routes are likely, given that the airline’s long haul schedule adjustments will result in aircraft availability.
Read the full postMakeover for PureGayNZ.com
New Zealand gay and lesbian tourism website and information site PureGayNZ.com has been refreshed to include user reviews, booking engine facilities with partners Bookit and Tourism Exchange as well as further integration with social media channels.
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