Get ready to mark your calendars because Matariki 2025 is shaping up to be an exceptionally special occasion! As we prepare to celebrate the Māori New Year, there's even more reason to look to the skies this year. While Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster, traditionally heralds the new year, many iwi (tribes) in Aotearoa also recognise the rising of Puanga (Rigel) as their New Year sign. And here's the exciting news: this Matariki, we'll have the unique opportunity to celebrate the visibility of both Matariki and Puanga!
So, as you grab a cuppa and take a moment to reflect on the profound connection between these celestial guides and our journey forward, let this extraordinary alignment spark your next great idea! This months newsletter is brimming with fresh insights to elevate your marketing efforts, alongside a showcase of our recent activities. But that's not all...clear your schedule for our highly anticipated "Storytelling for Tourism" webinar next month!
'Find Your 100%' Campaign & Make It Your Own
The 100% Pure New Zealand brand just got a fresh new twist with the launch of the ‘Find Your 100%’ campaign, and it’s full of opportunities for tourism operators!
We’ve pulled together some practical tips on how you can personalise it for your own marketing.
There’s nothing more rewarding than hearing from a happy client! Rob from Bella Vista Accommodation Nationwide provided this amazing feedback after the launch of their new bespoke website last week:
"We’re very pleased with the recent launch of our new Bella Vista Accommodation Nationwide website. Working closely with the fantastic team at Tomahawk, the project was handled with expertise and professionalism from start to finish. The result is a contemporary, user-friendly design that truly reflects our brand, with a strong focus on enhancing the user’s booking journey. We appreciated the consistent support throughout the process, and the transition to go-live was smooth and seamless. A big thank you to Tomahawk for a job well done!"
In this one-off webinar hosted by Gina Paladini & Renee Goodsell, find out how to use the art of storytelling to capture bookings and make memorable moments for your guests.
BONUS: All those who register will receive our latest eBook - Your Guide To Storytelling for Tourism, plus Post-webinar, you'll have the exclusive chance to book a bespoke session with Gina & Renee, where you can go old school and share your elevator pitch along with your story for real-time feedback.
Register now for the live webinar or request a recording!
Our GM Renee Goodsell ventured to Wellington for this annual conference where the future of the sector was a strong theme. Check out her key takeaways in this LinkedIn post!
Last week’s MEETINGS 2025 event was full of energy and a great showcase of the business events sector! Our team, Renee Goodsell and Grant Colquhoun, were there connecting with partners and industry colleagues 🙌
Chuffed Gift Vouchers
Have you explored the Chuffed website as a channel to sell your experience? This unique site sells gift vouchers for experiences throughout New Zealand! Check out how to become a Chuffed partner.
Help our team with fundraising this June as we hit the gyms and pavements to reach our 'Sweat with Pride' Goal! We've reached over 50% of our goal so we need a little help to get there! All money raised supports life-changing services for Rainbow New Zealanders. 🏳️🌈
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