Brisbane's Sister City - Auckland
Brisbane's Sister City agreement with Auckland was signed in 1988 and coincided with Auckland City Council’s visit to World Expo ’88 in Brisbane. The agreement aims to foster sporting, educational and social exchanges, as well as developing the existing links of tourism and trade.
On this page you can find general information about Auckland, as well as download a key facts and opportunity sectors fact sheet.
Auckland is the powerhouse of New Zealand’s economy, home to a variety of progressive industries and generating nearly 40 per cent of the country’s GDP.
As a service and innovation-oriented economy, Auckland has developed a core of specialist manufacturing industries and a talented, globally focused service sector. Together they drive growth and create employment in Auckland. Focus sectors include:
- building and infrastructure
- green economy
- food and beverage
- screen and creative
- technology
About Auckland
Auckland:
- is home to 1.72 million people, accounting for more than one-third of New Zealand’s population
- generates approximately 38% of New Zealand’s Gross Domestic Product
- ranked highly for innovation and liveability globally
- is built on a volcanic field or more than 53 volcanoes. Most of these are now extinct and have become popular recreation spots.
Auckland has a large cosmopolitan community. The cultural diversity of more than 200 ethnicities is reflected in the wide variety of businesses, local cuisine, community festivals, education programmes and entertainment options.
Key facts and opportunity sectors
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For more information visit the Auckland website.