10 January 2024
Media: Local Democracy Reporter
Topic: Tourism
Enquiry and response
The Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Hon Matt Doocey, was in Rotorua today and Mayor Tapsell rode some of the Whakarewarewa Forest Loop with him.
The Minister and the Mayor were interviewed about tourism in Rotorua.
Mayor Tapsell highlighted the importance of tourism to Rotorua, that as we overcome challenging times there is a need for support and investment into Rotorua to ensure we remain a world-class tourism destination.
She said it had been great to see tourism booming over the summer and it was also great to see many locals choosing to stay in Rotorua over the break because of what a fantastic place this is to live.