But so far the executives jetting into town have made more speeches than deals.

Distant staccato cracks of gunfire sent a pair of pheasants jetting into the sky.

Southland District Council communications team member Chris Chilton says staff on the scene described a geyser of water jetting into the air.

Americans jetting into the country through Christchurch Airport spend 32 percent more and stay 34 percent longer than if they arrive elsewhere.