Other factors included the growth of the internet, which made an organised club less relevant. In contrast to when Macskasy formed NASF in 1976, by the late 1990s, New Zealanders could soak themselves in science fiction without any need to meet other people with the same interest.
Additional factors included the proliferation of the internet, which diminished the importance of a structured club. Unlike when Macskasy established NASF in 1976, by the late 1990s, New Zealanders could immerse themselves in science fiction without requiring the company of others who shared their passion.