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Air NZ adds new flights to China
Air New Zealand will be adding two new direct services each week to China from December, meaning it will have a direct service to China every day.

Smoking ban drags down Sky City result
A smoking ban at Sky City's Darwin casino has dragged profits down for the company.

Air NZ shares fall after $145m Virgin Blue foray
Air New Zealand shares fell after the company paid A$145 million for a 14.9pc stake in new trans-Tasman partner Virgin Blue.

Economic boost tipped from China air deal
China's biggest airline says it will now start flying direct from Guangzhou to Auckland, boosting the annual injection to the region's economy from $50m to $75m.

Demand grows for holiday home on wheels
As property prices soar out of reach, some holiday-goers are trading the dream of a place in the sun for a holiday home on wheels.

Hilton to open its first South Island hotels
Hilton Worldwide announces the signing of management agreements for two new properties.

China air deal set to boost tourism
A new air link between China and New Zealand could boost tourist spending by up to $50 million a year.

Cruise ship Tasman boom pushing NZ business
New Zealand businesses are enjoying the fruits of a booming cruise ship industry, as tonnes of food and drink are loaded aboard for luxury-loving passengers.