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Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:54:54 GMT

Marsden Hotel Group Welcomes the Opening of the New Zealand International Convention Centre

Members of the Marsden Hotel Group leadership team recently attended the official opening of the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), a landmark development set to reshape Auckland’s business events landscape.

Representing Marsden were Michael Osborne, Executive Director – Development & Planning; Steve Woods, Group Director of Marketing, Ecommerce & Revenue; Swathi Kota, Group Director of Sales; Daria Varennikova, Group Marketing Executive; and Sonja Seyfarth, Events Manager at Castaways Resort.

The opening of NZICC marks a pivotal moment for New Zealand’s business events sector. Located in the heart of Auckland, the state-of-the-art venue has the capacity to host conferences and exhibitions for up to 3,000 delegates. This significantly enhances Auckland’s ability to attract large-scale international conventions, trade shows and corporate events.

The economic implications are substantial. Major conferences generate increased demand for accommodation, dining, transport and tourism experiences, delivering meaningful benefits across the wider hospitality and service industries. NZICC will not only support local businesses but also strengthen New Zealand’s global reputation as a premium destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE).

As one of New Zealand’s leading hotel providers, Marsden Hotel Group is well positioned to support this growth. With centrally located properties including Ramada Suites Victoria Street West and Rose Park Hotel Auckland, along with a diverse national portfolio, we look forward to welcoming NZICC delegates and contributing to Auckland’s continued expansion as a world-class events destination.

We extend our thanks to the BEIA and NZICC teams for hosting an outstanding launch event and for their leadership in advancing New Zealand’s business events industry.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:54:52 GMT

Best Of !

We are delighted to share some wonderful news from our hotels:

Ramada by Wyndham Albany and Ramada by Wyndham Wellington have both been recognised as "Best of Ramada", while Wyndham Garden Christchurch has been named "Best of Wyndham Garden".

These awards reflect the commitment of our teams to providing a high standard of service and memorable experiences for our guests every day.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the leaders of these outstanding teams: Aaron Winder, General Manager of Wyndham Garden Christchurch; Jacqui Cheal, Regional Group General Manager - Ramada Albany and Marsden Suites Albany any; and Habib Montakin, General Manager of Ramada by Wyndham Wellington and Microtel Wellington. Their leadership and dedication play an important role in maintaining the highest standards of hospitality.

Congratulations to the teams for this well-deserved recognition. We are very proud of this achievement and look forward to continuing to welcome our guests with the same level of care and service1

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:43:31 GMT

Maximum Occupancy 2026 Conference

Last week, the Marsden Group Marketing Executive Daria Varennikova attended the Maximum Occupancy 2026 Conference - a valuable industry event that brought together professionals from across the New Zealand hospitality sector.

The day was filled with useful insights, open discussions, and shared experiences about the current state and future of the industry. A series of panels covered important topics including Marketing, Human Resources, Corporate strategies, managing guest reviews, and the growing influence of AI in hospitality. Each session provided practical ideas and perspectives that businesses across the sector can apply in their daily work.

Industry events like this offer a great opportunity to learn from others, stay informed about new trends, and strengthen connections within the hospitality community.