11. LYNNE PILLAY (Labour—Waitakere) Link to this
to the Minister for Economic Development
What steps is the Government taking to encourage large-budget screen productions to New Zealand?
Hon TREVOR MALLARD (Minister for Economic Development) Link to this
The Large Budget Screen Production Grant recipients have injected around $363 million into the New Zealand economy, producing direct economic benefits of up to $227 million.
How do Kiwis benefit from having a greater number of large-budget screen productions in New Zealand?
Hon TREVOR MALLARD Link to this
Obviously, a lot of cash goes in, there are numerous jobs, fantastic creative skills are developed, and there are tourism spin-offs. There are forthcoming films— King Kong, , and that are all providing a tremendous opportunity—
Shane ArdernHon TREVOR MALLARD Link to this
I think we know which one that member will star in—although it is a real shame that Don Brash has promised to scrap that fund.