Thursday, January 15, 2015

November's international league test between New Zealand and England generated about $3m for Dunedin's economy.

A survey of ticket holders revealed an average spend of about $400, for those from out of town.

Just over 15,000 seats were sold for the test, held at Forsyth Barr Stadium.

About half the crowd was made up of people who live outside Dunedin.

The test match was credited for generating local jobs, boosting household income, and keeping retailers busy.

The accommodation sector also benefited.

It was the first international league test in Dunedin for 86 years.

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