Major Events and Tourism package
The 2025 Major Events and Tourism Package will grow international visitor numbers, deliver economic growth, and position New Zealand as a major events and tourism destination.
The 2025 Major Events and Tourism Package will grow international visitor numbers, deliver economic growth, and position New Zealand as a major events and tourism destination.
The 2025 Tourism Boost package was developed by the Government in partnership with the tourism industry. It aims to support immediate growth in visitor numbers, drive export activity and deliver economic growth in New Zealand.
The Government has announced a new Major Events and Tourism package to boost economic activity and confidence.
The Government is investing $2.65 million from the Major Events Fund to support Tri NZ to host World Triathlon events in Tauranga over 3 years.
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.
We advise the Government on growing and managing tourism in New Zealand, to support our economy and regions. Tourism benefits our local communities and businesses. It supports people-to-people connections and fosters a shared sense of national pride and delivers economic benefits through job creation, regional development, and increased spending in local economies.
The Government is investing an extra $13.5 million in international marketing to bring more visitors to New Zealand.
The Government is investing $1.6 million to repair and reopen Tasman’s Great Taste Cycle Trail, which was badly damaged by recent storms.
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.
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