Christchurch events sector delivers record $107m economic impact

The PressNZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesWednesday 28 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated 3 new reports

In this story Venues Ōtautahi

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Venues Ōtautahi has reported a record $106.99 million economic impact for the Christchurch region over the last 12 months. The council-owned company posted a $6 million net profit for the financial year ending June 30, recovering from a $1.5 million loss the previous year.

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First reported by The Press, Wed 28 Oct, 10:56am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 2 hours
  1. The PressThe Press

    Record-breaking year as council-owned events facilities inject $107m into Christchurch region (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Venues Ōtautahi reports record $106.99m economic impact for Christchurch (opens in new tab)

  3. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Record-breaking year of events in Christchurch (opens in new tab)