We survey recent migrants about their experiences of life in New Zealand and report on their settlement outcomes. We also survey New Zealanders about their perceptions of migrants and immigration to better understand community attitudes.

International tourism continues to bounce back, according to the latest International Visitor Survey (IVS) results released today.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) are seeking feedback on whether to extend the transitional period for privately owned, self-contained vehicles in the Freedom Camping Act beyond 7 June 2025.

Since 1 July 2019, most international visitors to New Zealand have been charged the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). The IVL is set at $100 for each eligible visitor to New Zealand.

MBIE extends current language assistance services contract while procurement of a panel of providers continues.

The Tourism Data Leadership Group’s (TDLG) 2-year Strategic Business Plan provides a blueprint for the immediate future of the tourism data system.

Ngā Haerenga New Zealand Cycle Trails include the Great Rides, Heartland Rides and some of the cycle trails in the Urban Cycling Network.

The Innovation Programme for Tourism Recovery was a contestable fund for projects that will have meaningful impact across the tourism system.

The Tourism Data Partnership Fund (TDPF) is a $400,000 contestable fund available in 2024/25 only, to identified tourism industry bodies.

The Government is moving forward with recommendations from the Tourism Data Leadership Group, including establishing a new Tourism Data Partnership Fund.