Photo: ODT filesThe Government has made its $100 million tourism fund easier to access, after lobbying from 34 councils across the country. Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis said improvements to the Tourism Infrastructure Fund means a broader range of projects would be funded. The criteria changes followed a review conducted by MBIE and Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ), which heard from 34 councils from around the country. LGNZ President Dave Cull said the changes would assist small communities struggling with the volume of tourists and lead to better experiences for travellers. He said the changes announced today were a "step in the right direction to ensure we're prepared for a fantastic summer".

Source: Otago Daily Times November 25, 2018 22:07 UTC