Farewell Gen Z let’s nourish Gen Alpha –
By Marisa Bidois, Chief Executive Officer of the Restaurant Association of New Zealand. Just as we are making careful considered decisions around how and where we spend our time and our money, so too are out customers. Some of the lifestyle changes triggered by the pandemic were temporary while others may have more staying power. In 2023 and beyond we find ourselves in a world where social interaction has dramatically changed and with accelerated adoption of technology. We are now also dealing with rising costs of living which is having an impact not only on discretionary spending but also on…
MEETINGS 2023 landmark event in Wellington –
Over 1,000 business events industry professionals have arrived in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, New Zealand for Business Events Industry Aotearoa’s MEETINGS 2023 exhibition. New Zealand’s two-day annual tourism industry trade event is being held in Wellington for the first time in its 27-year history and signals a new era for the sector. BEIA Chief Executive, Lisa Hopkins says this year’s MEETINGS will be a landmark event for the industry with a record number of buyers and exhibitors, and the first time in four years international buyers have also been represented. “MEETINGS is the single most important event in New Zealand’s industry…
HNZ23 Hospitality and Accommodation Conference –
The industry-led event of the year showing innovative trends, industry insights, and networking opportunities for the hospitality and accommodation sector. The HNZ23 Hospitality and Accommodation Conference is an eagerly anticipated event that brings together professionals from the hospitality and accommodation sector. This immersive conference, organized by Hospitality New Zealand, offers a unique platform for industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and network with like-minded individuals. The HNZ23 Conference has partnered with Maximum Occupancy, a renowned organization dedicated to the accommodation industry. This collaboration introduces a dedicated accommodation stream, ensuring that participants in the…
Steve Armitage appointed new CEO of Hospitality New Zealand –
Steve Armitage, Independent Chair of Business Events Industry Aotearoa, has been appointed CEO of Hospitality New Zealand. Following his appointment Armitage will be stepping down from his role at BEIA in August. Hospitality NZ President Nick Keene has thanked Steve’s predecessor, Julie White, for her significant contributions to Hospitality New Zealand over the past five years. “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Julie for her dedication and achievements during her tenure.” BEIA Chief Executive, Lisa Hopkins says the board and members of BEIA wanted to thank Steve Armitage for his outstanding leadership and support during the past two years and…
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry Called ‘Cheap’ For Skipping Hotel After Carlyle Allegedly Refused Discount
AFP KEY POINTS Prince Harry and Meghan Markle allegedly stayed at a friend’s home while in New York City A law enforcement source claimed the Sussexes asked the Carlyle hotel for a discount but got rejected A security expert said the couple would have benefited from staying at a hotel instead of a private residence Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were involved in a car chase with paparazzi because they didn’t stay at a hotel during their recent trip to New York City, reports have claimed. Unnamed law enforcement sources told the New York Post’s Page Six that the Duke…
Do you make the best pies in NZ? –
Entries are now open at pieawards.nz for the Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Awards with plans underway for a huge celebration to mark their 25thth anniversary. NZ Bakels managing director, Brent Kersel says: “Yes, that’s right! We had to postpone the 25th anniversary a couple of times due to Covid, but now we can’t wait to celebrate this milestone.” “And for our 25th anniversary, we’ve asked Al Brown, one of New Zealand’s most recognized chefs, to help us judge the pies. We couldn’t have chosen a better person to be our celebrity chef judge. Al won’t hold back on any aspect…
B&B operators getting ‘back in the swing’ –
Reconnecting New Zealand’s valuable Bed and Breakfast sector with the international travel trade will be the key focus of its first annual conference in three years. Industry operators are keen to reunite for the first time since 2020 at the Bed & Breakfast Association New Zealand conference, taking place at the Copthorne Oriental Bay, Wellington, on 19-21 June 2023. “The 2023 conference is about getting all geared up for the return of our international visitors. We’ve continued with domestic travelers during the pandemic but our members are excited to get back into the swing of hosting our international visitors. So…