Auckland’s visitor spending drops as city positions itself as tech hub
A state of the city report finds Auckland is struggling to capitalise on tourism while building its technology sector presence.
A new report on Auckland's performance shows visitor spending is declining even as the city develops its profile as a technology hub. The Committee for Auckland, which commissioned the report, warns the city risks falling behind other centres if it does not maintain momentum on its strategic priorities.
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NZ Herald
Auckland as a gateway to NZ: Visitor spending falls, the city as a tech hub rises
Auckland is struggling to make the most of what it's got, State of the City report says.
RNZ
Auckland on the rise but shouldn't rest on its laurels – State of the City report
The Committee for Auckland, which commissioned the report, says the city risks falling behind others if it doesn't keep up the momentum.