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Women’s World Cup Ignites Interest in Australia and New Zealand

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Skift Take: Australia and New Zealand are sharing hosting duties for the FIFA Women’s World Cup and are hoping this international spotlight will show planners that when it comes to events, it is “play ball.” — Jess Wade Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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The Impact of New Zealand Putting a Halt on Large Events

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In response to the country’s recent Omicron wave, New Zealand recently moved to its "Red Traffic light" setting — halting large-scale gatherings and impacting the local events industry. In January, New Zealand's Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, announced that the entire country would move into the "red" […].

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Business events get green signal across New Zealand

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Auckland’s move to Alert Level 1 is great news for the business events industry and will give decision-makers confidence across the country, said Conventions and Incentives New Zealand (CINZ) chief executive, Lisa Hopkins. Auckland will join the rest of New Zealand in Covid-19 alert level 1 on 7 October.

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New Zealand Winegrowers get a taste of Evolution Dome

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Evolution Dome and its New Zealand-based partner, Air Space Structures, gave more than 400 wine experts a taster of their inflatable event structures late last month. This was a fantastic event to make a mark on the industry in New Zealand and this conference is proof of our success overseas. Brand Events.

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Event Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Your Community

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Across the United States, Canada, Argentina, and New Zealand, and in many other countries, people come together to embrace what it means to be Irish. Did you know that St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated in more countries than any other national festival in the world? Rivers, beer, and beards alike all get dyed green as […].

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3 Ways to Take Incentive Travel From Transactional to Transformational

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Tourism New Zealand Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Skift Take: Today’s incentive travelers want more than just a free trip — they demand deep, meaningful experiences that are good for the planet and food for the soul.

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World Mourns New Zealand Mosque Attacks

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World leaders and people on social media were expressing outrage and sympathy Friday after mass shootings at two mosques full of worshippers in Christchurch, New Zealand, claimed the lives of at least 49 people. A Guide to Crisis Communications for Business Events Strategists. Event Security: Unclear and Present Danger.