Since 2022, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has commissioned 3 extensive surveys from Auckland University of Technology and Dr David Williamson.
These surveys provide data and insights on emerging trends for the sector workforces in worker perception of industry, burnout, pay, retention and other core indicators. With the most recent 2025 survey Strengthening futures, we can now compare workforce trends across a series of years.
This August 2026 report presents the findings of an independent review of New Zealand’s events system and identifies how it can become a more effective, coordinated and outcomes-focused system. Its findings are not Government policy.
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.
A project or programme plan that summarises the benefits, owners, and approach to benefits measurement, realisation, and other management activities during and after the project or programme.