New Zealand to host IRB Junior World Championship 2014

National welcomes the news New Zealand will host the 2014 International Rugby Board (IRB) Junior World Championship in Auckland.

One of National’s priorities is building a more competitive and productive economy, and this event is expected to bring in about $8 million in economic benefits.

The Government is supporting the event with a capped investment of $1.45 million from the Major Events Development Fund. This is matched by a contribution from Auckland Tourism Events and Economic Development.

The annual event is widely acknowledged as the second-most important rugby competition after the Rugby World Cup.

The 2011 Rugby World Cup established New Zealand’s reputation as a successful event-hosting nation, now we have the chance to show what great hosts we are again.

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