Tourism Infrastructure Fund eligibility and co-funding criteria
The Tourism Infrastructure Fund is open to councils, although some community organisations with council backing can apply.
The Tourism Infrastructure Fund is open to councils, although some community organisations with council backing can apply.
Use this self-assessment tool to determine if you are eligible to apply for funding from the Innovation Programme for Tourism Recovery.
The Innovation Programme for Tourism Recovery is a contestable fund for projects that will have meaningful impact across the tourism system.
The Tourism Infrastructure Fund (TIF) provided up to $25 million annually to develop tourism-related infrastructure that supports regions facing pressure from tourism growth.
The $50 million Regional Events Fund is designed to stimulate domestic tourism and travel between regions through holding events. This is intended to support the tourism and events sector, and replace some of the spending from international tourists due to the border closure as a result of COVID-19.
Tourism Businesses, Inbound Tour Operators, and Regional Tourism Organisations received funding through the Strategic Tourism Asset Protection Programme (STAPP)
Payments made through the COVID-19 Consumer Travel Reimbursement Scheme.
The Government has announced a $5 million investment in a new Centre Court roof for Auckland’s Manuka Doctor Arena, as part of its work to maintain events and tourism infrastructure.
The Government is investing $3.2 million in a suite of events across New Zealand as part of its Major Events and Tourism package.
Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) have been awarded $3 million of funding in March 2025 from the Regional Tourism Boost Fund (Round 1).
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