Some encouraging tourism numbers are starting to come to light.

130,000 tourists arrived in August - Queenstown in particular is now at 80 percent of pre-pandemic levels.

Infometrics Principal Economist, Brad Olsen, explained to us that these numbers are encouraging and that this growth gives the economy a necessary 'shot in the arm'.

"This is a good early sign, it shows that people are willing to get out and about, at least globally."

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Some encouraging tourism numbers are starting to come to light.
130,000 tourists arrived in August - Queenstown in particular is now at 80 percent of pre-pandemic levels.
Infometrics Principal Economist, Brad Olsen, explained to us that these numbers are encouraging and that this growth gives the economy a necessary 'shot in the arm'.
"This is a good early sign, it shows that people are willing to get out and about, at least globally."
LISTEN ABOVE

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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.