Eden Park CEO calls for ‘permanent’ events fund after 40,000 turn out to watch Tottenham

The CEO of Eden Park is advocating for a permanent events fund after a record-breaking 40,000 fans turned out to watch a Tottenham Hotspur soccer match, supported by the government's $70 million Major Events and Tourism fund. This unprecedented turnout highlights the potential for major sporting and cultural events to boost tourism and local economies. It's a wake-up call for policymakers to consider long-term funding solutions to capitalize on such events, which could further elevate New Zealand's profile on the international stage.