New Zealand is making a comeback on the world hospo map as new overseas arrivals drive up demand. 

ABC Business Sales says enquiries from potential hospo owners is nearly twice that compared to 2019.

It shows that's due to migrants filling staff and ownership shortages. 

Hospitality NZ CEO Steve Armitage told Kate Hawkesby that the country is viewed overseas as a safe place to do business, and customers here love to have cuisine experiences from around the world.

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New Zealand is making a comeback on the world hospo map as new overseas arrivals drive up demand.  
ABC Business Sales says enquiries from potential hospo owners is nearly twice that compared to 2019. 
It shows that's due to migrants filling staff and ownership shortages.  
Hospitality NZ CEO Steve Armitage told Kate Hawkesby that the country is viewed overseas as a safe place to do business, and customers here love to have cuisine experiences from around the world. 
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