TRIBE, the design-led midscale brand by Accor, is set to make its New Zealand debut this summer with the opening of TRIBE Auckland Fort Street. This will be the brand’s first location in the country, offering a stylish retreat where guests and locals can work, play, and relax within a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and adventurous travelers.
New Zealand’s slowing population growth, driven by reduced immigration and increased emigration, is having dual effects on the tourism sector. While it may reduce domestic travel demand, it also presents an opportunity for operators to focus on international tourists and specialized offerings.
Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, has honored Australians and New Zealanders who lost their lives in war during a poignant dawn service on Anzac Day. The Duke laid a wreath at Hyde Park Corner in London, where war memorials for both countries are located. On behalf of King Charles, he will later lay a wreath at the Centopath and attend the Gallipoli Association’s annual wreath-laying ceremony in St Paul’s Cathedral. Anzac Day commemorates the anniversary of the start of the Gallipoli landings in the First World War, a significant day of remembrance for Australia and New Zealand. Thousands of Anzac troops from the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps died alongside British allies in the ill-fated 1915 campaign.
Thousands of Australians have attended Anzac Day marches across the country to commemorate the anniversary of the Gallipoli landings. The marches were held in major cities and towns across Australia, with the largest march taking place in Sydney. The marchers paused at war memorials to lay wreaths and pay their respects to the fallen. Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand, and is held on April 25th each year.
Pakistan’s wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan will miss the remaining two matches of the T20I series against New Zealand due to an injury sustained during the third game. Rizwan retired hurt while batting and did not take the field for the rest of the match. After reviewing the radiology reports of Rizwan and Mohammad Irfan Khan, the PCB has decided to send both players to work on their rehabilitation with the medical panel at NCA.
Pakistan’s star batter Mohammad Rizwan and all-rounder Irfan Khan have been ruled out of the last two T20Is against New Zealand due to injuries. According to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the decision was made after reviewing the players’ radiology reports.
The Canadian R&B superstar’s 11-date ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ tour, originally scheduled for November and December 2023, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. Live Nation, the tour’s producer, is still exploring rescheduled dates, but ticket holders for the current tour will receive full refunds. Despite the cancellation, The Weeknd continues to achieve musical success, with recent chart-topping collaborations and a growing catalog of hits.
This exclusive list showcases the most exceptional new hotel openings in Australia and New Zealand for 2024, handpicked by Condé Nast Traveller’s esteemed editors. Our rigorous selection process ensures that each featured hotel meets the highest standards of design, amenities, and guest experience. From luxurious urban retreats to nature-immersive escapes, this curated edit offers discerning travelers a glimpse into the future of hospitality in the region. This list is part of the annual Condé Nast Traveller Hot List 2024, showcasing the most exciting new hotels around the world.
Joe Walsh, renowned guitarist and member of the Eagles, recently performed at Ōtātara Pā in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. The intimate event featured Walsh sharing his personal connection to the site and performing alongside local music students. It marked a special return for Walsh, who had visited the historic Māori hillfort in 1989 and experienced a life-changing epiphany.
