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Life-changing projects championed by Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines have been funded in the latest round of the Building Better Regions Fund.

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Oamaru businesses are faring better than expected post-Covid, and some even better than last year, as New Zealanders explore further off the beaten track in their own country. A survey, conducted by the Waitaki District Council economic development team, in collaboration with the Waitaki Tourism Association, was completed by 50 operators in the travel and tourism industry across the district, association chairwoman Jan Kennedy said. The pandemic heavily impacted many businesses in the district ...

The Waitaki Lakes camping season comes to a close this Sunday. The Waitaki District Council’s six camping sites battled through major flooding events, no international tourists, and restricted numbers at some sites during the 2020/21 season. Season tickets for Falstone Creek, Sailors Cutting and Boat Harbour had sold out by November, and casual camping was not allowed at those grounds from December 20 to January 10. It made things “a wee bit slow” through the Christmas period, with fewer ...

“What we’re seeing is that a lot of locals are getting behind it. The section has had such good reviews they want to experience it, Miller said. “The fact that you are getting off the state highway and seeing a part of country not seen from your own vehicle has a special appeal. JOHN BISSET/Stuff Taking time out on the trail recently are, from left, Lisa Tutty, Jaxon Tutty, 10, and John and Marie Bisset. “The scenery through there is spectacular with islands you wouldn’t know exist...

Everything you need to know about Twizel, Mackenzie 6 Mar, 2021 06:00 PM 4 minutes to read Jason Menard and his family at Loch Cameron, Twizel, Mackenzie. Photo / Jack Austin NZ Herald By: Jason Menard Twizel wasnt built to last, but it ended up becoming one of New Zealands absolute winners! Twizel was built in the late 1960s as a temporary town to house the workers on the hydroelectric scheme and was meant to be demolished in the early 1980s. The residents fought a lengthy legal battle with th...

Major funding for Sheemore and Rossinver walk and cycle trails Over €329,000 announced  ); Leitrim County Council has today secured funding from the Department of Rural and Community Development under round 2 of the Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure Scheme. Two applications to develop amenities at Rossinver and Leitrim Village were successful in securing funding when the scheme was announced by Minister Heather Humphries earlier today. The Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure Scheme provide...

Instagram has changed the way people travel. Rebecca Ryan finds out how Tourism Waitaki is using social media to its advantage and what the most “Instagrammable” spots in the district are. Have you ever seen someone’s travel photo on Instagram and been inspired to go there? Posts about travel on social media are dramatically affecting people’s decision-making about the experiences they choose to have – and a destination’s “Instagrammability” is now a major driver of its attract...

Mellow yellow: Sunflowers in bloom near Oamaru 27 Jan, 2021 04:00 PM 2 minutes to read Ruby Oskam from Dunedin takes the opportunity for a snap among the sunflowers. Photo / Stephen Jaquiery, Otago Daily Times Otago Daily Times The sunflowers near Weston are in full bloom, and are attracting more than just birds. Owners Peter and Sandra Mitchell said the flowers generated a lot of interest from the public and it was not uncommon for people to stop and take pictures. Although the couple did not ...

GO NZ: Hotel review - Cromwells Heritage Collection Lake Resort 12 Jan, 2021 11:29 PM 4 minutes to read The Central Otago appartments brings the overwater bungalow to Lake Dunstan. Photo / Supplied Grant Bradley checks into the Heritage Collection Lake Resort in Cromwell Location: Just seven minutes north of Cromwell in Central Otago, the resort is within striking distance of the many attractions in the area. Style: Boatshed-themed managed apartment accommodation which makes the most of its pr...