South Island regions lead New Zealand economic growth
Friday 14 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story ASB, Nick Tuffley
The South Island is outpacing the rest of the country in economic growth, according to ASB Bank's regional scoreboard. Otago currently holds the top position, driven by increases in tourism, construction, retail spending, and commodity prices. Meanwhile, Auckland and Wellington have fallen into the bottom half of the rankings.