Queenstown Airport is proud to support the Queenstown and Wānaka business communities as a principal partner of the Queenstown Business Chamber of Commerce's Quarterly Business Confidence Survey.
The survey provides valuable insights into the health, resilience and outlook of the local economy, helping identify emerging trends, opportunities. and challenges facing businesses across the district. The findings support evidence-based advocacy by the Queenstown and Wānaka business chambers and help inform discussions with local and central government, policymakers, and other key stakeholders.
Queenstown Airport Chief Executive Shane O'Hare said the airport was pleased to support an initiative that helps strengthen understanding of the regional economy.
“Queenstown Airport plays a vital role in connecting our region with visitors, workers, investors and markets. Reliable business insights are essential for planning and decision-making.
“We're pleased to partner with the Queenstown and Wānaka business chambers to encourage participation in this important survey and contribute to a better understanding of the economic environment for our district.”
Queenstown Business Chamber Chief Executive Sharon Fifield said the partnership reflected a shared commitment to supporting a strong and prosperous regional economy.
“Our Quarterly Business Confidence Survey is one of the most important tools we have to understand what's happening on the ground for local businesses. The insights gathered help us, and the Wānaka Business Chamber, track economic conditions, identify pressure points, and ensure our advocacy is informed by real business experiences.
“We're delighted to have Queenstown Airport supporting this initiative. As a critical infrastructure asset and key enabler of economic activity across our region, the airport has strong connections with businesses across many sectors. Its support will help us extend the reach of the survey, ensuring we hear from a broad cross-section of our business community, as well as further develop reporting on our economic health.”
All businesses in the district, regardless of size, sector or stage of growth, are encouraged to participate in the survey.
Wānaka Business Chamber General Manager Jodie Stuart said wide participation was important.
“The strength of the survey lies in the breadth of perspectives we receive. Whether business conditions are improving, remaining steady or becoming more challenging, we want to hear from you. Every response helps build a more accurate picture of our local economy and strengthens our ability to advocate on behalf of the business community.”
Take part
The Quarterly Business Confidence Survey is now open and takes just a few minutes to complete. Businesses are encouraged to have their say by completing the survey at www.surveymonkey.com/r/Q3WGHLW before 24 July 2026.