'"We've been sold the idea that [one-off international shows] will bring tourism, but who flies into New Zealand to see Robbie Williams?
The amount of money that's been given to some of those single events could literally save the industry."'
Say it louder for those at the back.
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The closure of Auckland venue Neck of the Woods shows our local live music scene needs a helping hand to survive, says event organiser Gareth Popham.