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TIA speaks up when it counts. In consultation with members, we vigorously represent the tourism industry at all levels of government, at meetings, in submissions and through the media. We currently want your views on several consultations, including ACC levies and National Park plans. Read more here.

 

Visit our Projects Page to see some of the other priority initiatives we are working on.

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ACC Levy Consultation 2018

ACC is seeking consultation on many of its levies, such as the Motor Vehicle Levy, Earners' Levy, and Accredited Employers Programme. Many of these levies will effect local businesses, and TIA is seeking feedback to inform their submission.

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Safe berthing for cruise ships at Queen's Wharf

Panuku Development Auckland has applied for resource consent for upgrades to Queens Wharf in order to provide for the safe berthing of cruise ships up to 362m (Oasis Class Vessels).

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We Want Your Views

TIA regularly consults members on a wide range of issues. We currently want your feedback on several issues.

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Aircraft access to conservation land

For many of our visitors, aircraft access is the only way to directly connect to the beauty of our national parks, particularly our snow and glaciated areas. TIA advocates for sustainable aircraft access to public conservation land.

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Telling the 'Tourism Story'

TIA is working on a major project for 2018 to better tell the 'Tourism Story'.

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Funding and Investment

A key priority for TIA in 2018/19 is ensuring the tourism industry is listened to and has a strong influence over central and local Government funding and investment decisions.

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Tourism career perception research

TIA and the People & Skills Forum is partnering with Auckland Tourism Events & Economic Development in a research project to understand young people’s perceptions of tourism careers.

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Auckland Targeted Rate

TIA is continuing to vigorously oppose an Auckland Council targeted rate on commercial accommodation providers.

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Immigration

We advocate strongly to Immigration New Zealand/Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment to make it easier for operators to employ and train foreign staff and also to encourage visitor visa liberalisation.

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Fresh Water

Fresh water is integral to New Zealand's visitor offering. It supports many of our iconic adventure and outdoor activities, and sustains the natural landscapes that are the top reason visitors come here.

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Airbnb

TIA is working to develop a relationship with Airbnb, the peer-to-peer marketplace that has signalled its intention to expand into experiences and flight bookings,

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OTAs (Online Travel Agents)

OTAs are an issue for some of TIA’s smaller accommodation members, in particular hotels and motels.

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