27th November 2023 BCA / BYATA / RVA
Matt Doocey’s appointment to the tourism and hospitality portfolio has pleased tourism sector stakeholders, even if his previous experience did not make him an obvious choice.
McFadgen also believes current decarbonisation settings are hurting the automotive industry.
The Rental Vehicle Association of New Zealand says changes to freedom camping regulations are causing concern in the industry.
The sector will only be able to add around 15k vehicles this year, leaving many unable to rent the car they want.
The government’s changes to the Clean Car programme could have a negative impact on the country’s rental fleet, according to one industry association.
After one high-profile casualty, more are expected as operators see demand plummet by 70%.