The global gaming industry is bigger than the film and music industries combined, but New Zealand has barely started playing. Esports Gaming Whangarei/Supplied Tony Grose, owner of Esports Gaming Whangarei, was a diesel mechanic and miner before he ventured into the gaming industry. “Esports in New Zealand hasn’t even started yet,” adds Tony Grose​, owner of Esports Gaming Whangarei. Esports Gaming Whangarei/Supplied Esports Gaming Whangarei creates a space for people to play games and socialise. The New Zealand Esports Federation (NZESF), which was officially recognised by Sport New Zealand as the National Sporting Organisation for esports in March last year, is working to fill the gap on the professional level.

Source: Stuff May 12, 2021 16:52 UTC