The world’s biggest haka in Rotorua, organised as part of the nationwide festival of events for the DHL New Zealand Lions Series tour attracted extensive international media attention and was a huge hit with travelling fans. READ FULL STORY HERE

It was announced from Los Angeles that The Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin has been selected to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his outstanding contribution to the entertainment industry through his wildlife documentaries. READ FULL STORY HERE

A new Deloitte Access Economics report has calculated the total asset value of the Great Barrier Reef to be $56 billion, assessing the World Heritage site’s economic, social and iconic brand value together in one study for the first time. READ FULL STORY HERE

An airline is considering drastic measures to make flying cheaper for consumers, but are ‘standing seats’ really something people would consider? READ FULL STORY HERE