Why do we make it so hard to dine outside?

In Aotearoa, the high costs and bureaucratic hurdles are hindering hospitality businesses from offering the al fresco dining experience so many enjoy, as highlighted by Wellington-based journalist Barry Soper’s persistence in questioning the Prime Minister. Reports have surfaced on the escalating fees faced by hospitality businesses in various regions, such as Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Queenstown, and Christchurch, leading to conflicts over outdoor dining spaces and the challenges faced by Auckland in promoting outdoor dining on Queen Street. Despite the country’s beautiful outdoors, the obstacles faced by hospo in providing this experience are becoming increasingly apparent.

Full Article