Taranaki has a huge range of stories just waiting to be told. If you’re interested in telling these stories, in any medium, then Venture Taranaki can help. We can provide information, contacts, images, itineraries, local knowledge and regional expertise.

Media Releases
As the region’s development agency, Venture Taranaki has a regular feed of news across a wide range of subjects, including tourism, visitor attractions, business, development and regional growth,

Make sure you check out the latest news announcements from Venture Taranaki, or subscribe to our RSS feed. The region’s stories are also broadcast through Twitter via @Taranaki_NZ.

Media Assistance
The Venture Taranaki team are experts on the region and are here to help you capture the true spirit of Taranaki with: 

• A vast network of activity, accommodation and transport providers
• Photographic images
• Media accreditation and access
• Access to industry and regional experts
• In-house subject and economic expertise
• Itineraries and, if appropriate, hosting, during your visit to Taranaki
• Help to source Taranaki-based freelance staff
• Location scouting and permissions
• Advice on obtaining filming permits

Please don't hesitate to contact us directly to discuss your requirements.

Visiting other parts of New Zealand
Venture Taranaki works with Tourism New Zealand's International Media Programme to showcase the best of New Zealand. Tourism New Zealand staff in offshore offices are available to assist media with background research on New Zealand as a destination and practical assistance with visiting our amazing country. For more information, visit the Tourism New Zealand Media page

Image Gallery
A stunning range of Taranaki imagery, by the region’s best photographers, is available for editorial use, including many of the images featured on this site. Check out the Taranaki image gallery online.

Advertising and Editorial
For advertising and/or editorial enquiries or information please contact Paul Stancliffe, Regional Tourism Leader or Ph +64 (0) 6 7595150

Film Taranaki
If you are considering Taranaki as a film destination then make Venture Taranaki your first point of contact. Venture Taranaki has been integral to attracting a number of major studio and independent productions to the region, and can help you access Taranaki’s unique locations, and skilled film industry professionals.

For any media enquiries please contact Paul Stancliffe, Regional Tourism Leader or Ph +64 (0) 6 7595150