Wednesday, 17 September 2025

"IS ANYBODY OUT THERE?"

This stupid government is talking about spending $50 million on attracting major music acts to Auckland. See:


Out of the $70 million investment $50 million will go to secure large-scale international events from 2026 and $10 million to support existing events and attract international opportunities. The rest goes to incentivise international visitors and more cycle trails.


All this just so that New Zealand can compete with Queensland to attract noisy rubbish like Taylor Swift concerts. WTF?

It will be a drop in the bucket with all profits going to the performers and the promoters and will do bugger all for tourism and any increase in consumer spending in Auckland and New Zealand.

That $50 to $70 million though would be a hell of a boost to the health, education and social welfare services that actually need it. What the hell are these twonks thinking?


Luxon has his head up his arse










14 comments:

Richard (of RBB) said...

You are not wrong!

Richard (of RBB) said...


"That $50 to $70 million though would be a hell of a boost to the health, education and social welfare services that actually need it. What the hell are these twonks thinking?"
I totally agree.

THE CURMUDGEON said...

We just received the signed conditional offer on the house.
Will know in 15 days if all conditions met.
I’ll have to get busy selling and giving away a lot more stuff and then getting everything packed up. That’s the downside of owning a large house - you fill it up with stuff.

Busy busy busy.

Rob said...

Congratulations.I'm pleased for you both.
That money should go to encouraging NZ artists and musicians.

THE CURMUDGEON said...

Thanks.
Yes, I agree. It’s bizarre that just recently Luxon’s government slashed funding for arts, culture and music yet finds all that money for damned overseas rock musicians.

Richard (of RBB) said...

Well done!

Richard (of RBB) said...

Art and music doesn't need to be about money.

THE CURMUDGEON said...

No but schools and community groups still need funding like eg orchestras.

Richard (of RBB) said...

Why do orchestras need funding? Most amateur orchestras charge members a subscription fee. That would cover getting music and paying for a practice space. Many schools charge students a fee for lessons. The teachers are paid by the government. Most schools have quite a few instruments that they have acquired over the years.

THE CURMUDGEON said...

Sorry I spoke!

Richard (of RBB) said...

I forgive you, soon to be 'Moera boy'.

THE CURMUDGEON said...

Peevishness is wasted on the Wainuiomartians.

Richard (of RBB) said...

Ah, you'll fit in well in Moera.

THE CURMUDGEON said...

Ding dong dell.