Supercars double header delivers $21.4m boost to visitor economy

Tuesday 28 July 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 29 Jul, 9:59am

The Repco Supercars Championship double header attracted 95,000 fans across events in Taupō and Christchurch. The two-event initiative generated $21.4 million for the visitor economy, with the Christchurch leg alone contributing nearly $10 million to the local economy.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Tue 28 Jul, 2:00pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 20 hours

NZ HeraldTue 28 Jul, 2:00pm

Supercars NZ Double Header draws 95000 fans, $21.4m spend (opens in new tab)
The PressTue 28 Jul, 3:13pm

Supercars brought nearly $10m to the Christchurch economy (opens in new tab)
StuffWed 29 Jul, 9:59am

New Zealand Supercars double-header delivers $21.4m boost for visitor economy (opens in new tab)