Regional Tourism Boost Fund recipients (Round 1)
Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) have been awarded $3 million of funding in March 2025 from the Regional Tourism Boost Fund (Round 1).
Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) have been awarded $3 million of funding in March 2025 from the Regional Tourism Boost Fund (Round 1).
The Tourism Growth Roadmap outlines the Government’s strategic vision and plan to boost tourism, drive economic growth, and enhance the visitor experience in New Zealand.
Information about the type of funding available and eligibility criteria.
The projects funded by the IVL are examples of how visitors have directly contributed to the unique natural heritage they enjoy, and the infrastructure they use while they’re here.
The New Zealand Cycle Trail Fund makes available up to $8 million annually for the maintenance, development and promotion of the New Zealand Cycle Trails (NZCT). The funding comes from the International Conservation and Visitor Levy.
This report outlines the performance and status of the 10 initial IVL projects in year 2 of the IVL programme (1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021) – 6 in the conservation portfolio and 4 in the tourism portfolio.
The Electrifying the Great Rides (EGR) Fund provides up to $3 million to improve access to the New Zealand cycle trail network by investing in e-bike charging stations on Great Ride cycle trails around the country to rebuild the economy.
Investment in quality infrastructure and tourism assets helps creates positive economic, social and environmental benefits for New Zealanders and our visitors.
Aotearoa New Zealand’s tourism industry was greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The government provided broad-based and targeted support to the industry during the pandemic. You can read about the support we provided at the links below.
The Government is investing an additional $13.5 million into international tourism marketing to encourage more visitors to New Zealand.
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