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Ministry advised against taxpayer-funded gigs for international acts

www.stuff.co.nz/politics/361... In September 2025, Louise Upston announced a $70 million major events and tourism package to help New Zealand compete with Australia for big-name artists.

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Ministry advised against taxpayer-funded gigs for international acts

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www.stuff.co.nz/politics/361... In September 2025, Louise Upston announced a $70 million major events and tourism package to help New Zealand compete with Australia for big-name artists.