$70 Million Event Fund Boost

Today on the show… the growing controversy around Te Pāti Māori MP Tākuta Ferris, whose defiant stance on a racially charged social media post continues to spark national debate—despite his party’s apology. Ferris doubles down, challenging the narrative around multiculturalism and its impact on Māori rights. Plus, Auckland’s struggling event economy, criticizing the government’s inconsistent funding strategy. With a new $70 million event fund on the table, can the city finally regain its global appeal? Special guest Viv Beck, CEO of Heart of the City, joins the conversation to explore the stakes, the opportunities, and what it will take to make Auckland a world-class event destination. Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast  TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices