15 Sep 2025

Could hope be on the horizon for Auckland's hospitality sector?

From Checkpoint, 4:06 pm on 15 September 2025

Could hope finally be on the horizon for Auckland's inner city hospitality sector? As part of the Government's $70 million tourist spend - $40 million will go towards drawing big international events to our shores. It's hoped the funding will provide a boost to Auckland Bars, cafes and restaurants have been struggling. Mandy Lusk co-owned Vivace - which went into liquidation last year - she's now back in the inner citY, leading food and beverage operations at Hotel DeBrett. Mandy Lusk spoke to Lisa Owen.