There are hopes Auckland's new International Convention Centre will be a huge drawcard for international delegates. 

A Business Events Industry Aotearoa report reveals the sector delivered $925 million for the economy last year.  

It shows international delegates here for conferences spent $645 daily on average – higher than holiday visitors. 

CEO Lisa Hopkins told Mike Hosking they’re in growth mode with the new convention centre coming online.  

She says they now have a strong suite of convention centres across the country, which gives them a broader opportunity to take businesses of different sizes, different needs, and different requirements. 

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There are hopes Auckland's new International Convention Centre will be a huge drawcard for international delegates.&nbsp;
A Business Events Industry Aotearoa report reveals the sector delivered $925 million for the economy last year. &nbsp;
It shows international delegates here for conferences spent $645 daily on average – higher than holiday visitors.&nbsp;
CEO Lisa Hopkins told Mike Hosking they’re in growth mode with the new convention centre coming online. &nbsp;
She says they now have a strong suite of convention centres across the country, which gives them a broader opportunity to take businesses of different sizes, different needs, and different requirements.&nbsp;
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Lisa Hopkins: Business Events Aotearoa CEO on the sector's contribution to the economy, the opening of the new Auckland International Convention Centre

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