Events Boost Fund
The Events Boost Fund is a one-off $10 million fund which aims to increase international visitation and drive economic activity in the short-term through supporting the growth and promotion of events.
The Events Boost Fund is a one-off $10 million fund which aims to increase international visitation and drive economic activity in the short-term through supporting the growth and promotion of events.
The Major Events and Tourism Package will grow international visitor numbers, deliver economic growth, and position New Zealand as a major events and tourism destination.
Kaikōura will receive $835,000 from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) for a package of visitor infrastructure improvements designed to enhance the visitor experience and support tourism growth.
The Government has announced $1 million in funding from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy to enhance Northland’s Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail.
Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) have been awarded $5 million of funding from the Regional Tourism Boost Fund - Round 3.
The IVL annual performance reports are co-owned by MBIE and the Department of Conservation. They record how the revenue generated by the IVL is allocated, and measure the yearly progress made by the projects the IVL funds. Each reporting year runs from 1 July to 30 June.
The International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) supports tourism and conservation outcomes across New Zealand. This section provides information for organisations, delivery partners, and others interested in how IVL funding is managed and invested.
This page outlines how IVL revenue is invested across tourism and conservation priorities, as well as providing detailed information about IVL revenue and expenditure.
Payments made through the COVID-19 Consumer Travel Reimbursement Scheme.
Businesses that wish to participate in the COVID-19 Consumer Travel Reimbursement Scheme must meet the obligations and requirements set out in this declaration.
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