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ACT Proposes Tourism Dividend for Councils | Auckland News
ACT Party unveils a bold new plan to boost local tourism funding: a “local tourism dividend” that gives councils $1 per tourist night, funded by existing GST and visitor levies—no new taxes or compliance needed. Leader David Seymour argues it’s smarter than a bed tax, redirecting money already paid by tourists back to the councils that manage tourism infrastructure, potentially generating over $40 million annually by 2026. The proposal could roll out as early as July next year, faster than any new legislation, and aims to fix funding gaps without burdening travelers or accommodation…
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