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Sunday 09 August 2026

HNZ26

Michelin countdown: TNZ to launch global ‘invitation to dinner’ campaign with inaugural NZ guide… 29th June 2026 /

Michelin countdown: TNZ to launch global ‘invitation to dinner’ campaign with inaugural NZ guide…

Tourism New Zealand will use tomorrow night’s inaugural Michelin Guide Aotearoa New Zealand reveal to launch a global campaign “inviting the world to dinner”.


HNZ26: Non-drinkers are the industry’s next growth opportunity – AF’s Lisa King 26th June 2026 /

HNZ26: Non-drinkers are the industry’s next growth opportunity – AF’s Lisa King

Non-drinkers present major opportunity for hospitality sector, says AF founder


Craggy Range reigns supreme with hat-trick of Hospitality NZ awards 25th June 2026 /

Craggy Range reigns supreme with hat-trick of Hospitality NZ awards

Hawke’s Bay’s Craggy Range has taken the top honour at the 2026 Lion Hospitality New Zealand Business Awards for Excellence.


Perspectives: Hospitality is under pressure but also adapting, investing and innovating – HNZ26 24th June 2026 /

Perspectives: Hospitality is under pressure but also adapting, investing and innovating – HNZ26

Hospitality NZ CEO Kristy Phillips says the industry’s resilience and innovation are reasons for optimism.


Yes chef: Hospo talent recognised in 2026 People’s Awards for Excellence 24th June 2026 /

Yes chef: Hospo talent recognised in 2026 People’s Awards for Excellence

New Zealand’s hospitality sector has celebrated its leading performers, with five industry professionals recognised at the 2026 People’s Awards for Excellence in Rotorua.


HNZ26: Industry heads to Rotorua for largest ever Hospitality NZ conference 23rd June 2026 /

HNZ26: Industry heads to Rotorua for largest ever Hospitality NZ conference

Around 400 delegates each day are expected at Hospitality New Zealand’s HNZ26 and industry awards in Rotorua, in what the association says will be its largest annual conference to date.


Global experts on menu at HNZ26 Conference  6th March 2026 /

Global experts on menu at HNZ26 Conference 

A pair of international hospitality experts are the first keynote speakers confirmed for the Hospitality New Zealand Conference and Trade Show, HNZ26.