Luxon vs Clark
The Herald reports:
Eden Park has welcomed Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s State of the Nation address, during which he took aim at council event rules limiting the number of concerts the Auckland stadium is allowed to host.
But Luxon’s address has been met with backlash from former Prime Minister Helen Clark, who accused his Government of rejecting “sound planning law”.
Addressing the nation on Thursday, Luxon narrowed in on a “culture of saying no”, arguing it is holding back New Zealand’s economic growth.
In his speech, he emphasised the need for more concerts, mining, and infrastructure to boost jobs and innovation. He said concerts could boost the country’s local economy.
“Kiwis spend thousands flying across the Tasman to see massive concerts, go out to bars and restaurants, and boost the Australian economy, when back home Eden Park sits empty because of council event rules,” Luxon said.
100% agree with the PM.
The vast majority of Eden Park residents want more shows at Eden Park. It’s ridiculous that so many top shows bypass New Zealand, as the largest venue is so restricted.