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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 in the past year, especially accommodation and transport providers, wildlife attractions, and travel...

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 visitors, Mr Fox said. “While it appeared busy at some spots . . . on the whole, I think it was no...

“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 existed.” The track passed Turnagain and Junction Islands. Miller said people also enjoyed the trac...