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Tourism Spend up 1.2% to $6.1 billion

Published: Fri 6 Nov 2009 11:25 AM
Tourism Spend up 1.2% to $6.1 billion
Spending by international visitors reached $6.1 billion in the year to September 2009, up 1.2% on the previous year, according to data released today by the Ministry of Tourism.
“This increase is a good result given the 1.8% decline in international arrivals over the period,” said Bruce Bassett, Ministry of Tourism Research Manager.
“The past year covers the full duration of the global economic downturn, so to come through that period with a positive spend result is a very credible achievement. It reflects an industry that has responded effectively to the challenges through changing market focus, honing business practices and stimulating demand.”
ENDS

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