Advocacy
Member loginA stronger voice for New Zealand's events industry
NZEA works with government, policymakers, and media to champion the interests of events professionals across New Zealand, from major festivals, sporting events and community festivals.
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Our work
How we advocate for you
Advocacy is at the heart of what NZEA does. We engage across the places that matter most to the industry — so you don't have to go it alone.
Policy submissions
We submit on legislation and regulation that affects the events sector, ensuring your interests are heard where decisions are made.
Government engagement
We meet with ministers, agencies, and officials — building relationships that give the industry a seat at the table on funding, regulation, and growth.
Media presence
We ensure the events industry's voice appears in the stories that shape public opinion — from major news outlets to specialist trade media.
Industry representation
We represent the full breadth of the events sector — making the case for its economic and cultural value to New Zealand.
Recent activity
Some of what we've been working on
A snapshot of our recent engagement — for the full picture, NZEA members get access to detailed updates, documents, and briefings.
Supporting the $70 million events fund
When the government announced major new investment to attract global acts and support events, NZEA was across it — providing members with context and helping shape the industry response.
Online Casino Gaming Bill
We made a formal submission addressing the potential impact of online gambling expansion on the live events and entertainment sector.
RMA reform and regulatory challenges
NZEA put forward a position on Resource Management Act reform, highlighting permitting and compliance burdens that affect the events sector.
In the news
The industry in the media
A selection of recent coverage on New Zealand's events sector — including stories where NZEA has been featured.
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Members get access to detailed advocacy updates, submissions, briefing documents, and direct engagement — plus everything else NZEA does to support the events industry year-round.
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