Source: Taxpayers Union
17 MARCH 2021FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThe New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union congratulates taxpayers and Emirates Team New Zealand for the successful defence of the America’s Cup.Union spokesman Louis Houlbrooke says, “This victory is a testament to sweat and tears both on and off the boat, with New Zealand taxpayers and Auckland ratepayers together forking out more than $250 million for the team, the event, and associated infrastructure. Peter Burling and co haven’t just won the cup, they’ve avoided a taxpayer revolt. Great stuff.”
