Restaurant Association launches 2026 Election Manifesto
The Restaurant Association’s 2026 Election Manifesto outlines the practical policy changes we believe will help hospitality businesses grow, invest and Read on
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Bidfood’s Taste of Summer brings ideas, insights and innovation
Hospitality operators will have the opportunity to explore new products, hear from industry leaders and pick up practical ideas for Read on
Hospitality recognised in new senior secondary subjects
The Government has announced that hospitality will become one of nine new industry-led subjects available to Year 12 and 13 Read on
Managing Your Money free workshops
Everyone can use a little extra help when it comes to reaching their money goals. We’ve teamed up with Westpac’s Read on
Proposed change to Auckland’s food-grade display rules
Auckland Council is considering allowing its Food Safety Information Bylaw to expire, which could remove the requirement for Auckland food Read on
Hospitality guidance on bird flu
The recent detection of avian influenza (bird flu) in New Zealand has naturally raised questions for hospitality businesses. Is it Read on
Tourism New Zealand invites the industry to the table
The arrival of the MICHELIN Guide was an important milestone for New Zealand hospitality. Tourism New Zealand is now building Read on
According to CuscalPaymark consumer spending drop in June marks a weak winter
– CuscalPaymark release Consumer spending transacted through Paymark ’s payments network in June showed it to be both a seasonally Read on
Celebrating New Zealand’s First MICHELIN Guide Restaurant Selection
We have marked a proud milestone for New Zealand hospitality with the release of the inaugural MICHELIN Guide. The first Read on
New Tourism Policy Statement sets out the long-term direction for our visitor economy
The release of New Zealand’s first Tourism Policy Statement (TPS) marks an important milestone for our industry, providing a long-term Read on
Delivering exceptional hospitality – service excellence
Hospitality is built on experiences. Exceptional service doesn’t happen by accident — it is created through strong leadership, skilled teams, Read on
Celebrating Matariki in 2026
Matariki is a significant marker on Aotearoa’s annual calendar. For many people, it is a time for remembrance, reflection, celebration Read on