The opening of new venues in Auckland and Christchurch, including the International Convention Centre and Te Kaha stadium, is fueling optimism in the tourism industry about attracting major events and boosting business and regional tourism.
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visitor arrivals fueling regional retail growth and optimism
****Retail results encouraging, but the recovery is uneven**** \\ \\ **22 May 2026**\\ \\ “When value is up but volume is flat, it tells us consumers are paying more for the same basket of goods. That’s not the same as a genuine increase in retail activity, and it’s something we’re watching closely,” Ms Young says.Spotted something wrong on this page? Report a correction.
