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Tourist trap: why charging entry fees at iconic NZ natural attractions could have hidden costs

  • Written by Stephen Espiner, Associate Professor, Department of Tourism, Sport & Society, Lincoln University, New Zealand
Tourist trap: why charging entry fees at iconic NZ natural attractions could have hidden costsSanka Vidanagama/NurPhoto via Getty Images

Recent calls from sections of the tourism industry to cut the international visitor levy (IVL) risk undermining one of the few bright spots in current government policies shaping the sector.

The IVL – paid at the border by a majority of non-residents arriving from overseas – almost tripled from...

Minns Labor Government shutting down the Business Connect program

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Samsara Eco appoints Dr. Lars Kissau as General Manager for Asia

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Australia’s top finance leaders recognised as CFO role expands

Amid surging regulatory demands and rapidly evolving industry, Australia’s most influential Chief Financial Officers will be honoured at the inaug...

Why outdated security leaves small businesses exposed to crime

Small and medium businesses in Australia are under increasing pressure to address security gaps that criminals readily exploit. An unlocked door, an...

Why it’s time telcos rethink location and put customer experience first

Maurice Zicman, Vice President - CX Strategy at TP in Australia unpacks why the telco industry must rethink old assumptions and focus on digital-f...