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The Government is investing $1.6 million to replace the Totara River Rail Bridge on the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, bringing in more visitors to the region and giving a boost to the local economy.

The Government is investing an additional $35 million through its new Tourism Growth Roadmap to increase international visitor numbers, improve tourism infrastructure and drive economic growth.

The Government is investing an additional $13.5 million into international tourism marketing to encourage more visitors to New Zealand.

The Government is investing in regional economic growth and sustainable tourism by supporting the installation of e-bike charging stations on 2 New Zealand cycle trails, with more regions set to benefit through an upcoming second funding round.

The Government is investing $2.6 million into 152 regional events across the country. Events are excellent drawcards to get more visitors into our regions, particularly in quieter parts of the year for the tourism sector.

The Government is investing an extra $13.5 million in international marketing to bring more visitors to New Zealand.

Regional tourism organisations will receive a total of $3 million to attract more international visitors to regional New Zealand this year.

The Government has opened a fund to establish e-bike charging stations for the Great Rides that will help to increase their appeal and accessibility, both for international tourists and Kiwis looking to explore more of New Zealand’s great outdoors.

The Government is moving forward with recommendations from the Tourism Data Leadership Group, including establishing a new Tourism Data Partnership Fund.

The Minister of Tourism has announced the seventh round of recipients of the Government’s Tourism Infrastructure Fund, which supports local government to address tourism infrastructure needs.