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Oct 21 2020

November 2020 saw a celebration of West Coast food and beverages.
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Sep 24 2020

We’re excited to confirm that bookings for summer are now OPEN!
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Jun 22 2020

The TranzAlpine train service between Christchurch and Greymouth will be back up and running on July 4.
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Jun 19 2020

The companies have partnered to deliver the ultimate glacier heli hike experience using the highly qualified senior guides at Ngāi Tahu Tourism’s Franz Josef Glacier Guides and the experienced team and quality fleet at The Helicopter Line.
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Jun 03 2020

Capree Elizabeth Wineera from Hawera wins Development West Coast’s Hands On competition.
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May 27 2020

With the long Queen’s Birthday public holiday weekend ahead, drivers need to stay safe and plan ahead, particularly if they are driving long distances in freezing, windy or wet conditions.
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May 14 2020

Work to improve safety and provide for the protection of the sensitive environment of the Ōpārara Basin is set to begin at Alert Level 2.
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May 12 2020

Tourism operators are excited that they can start hosting Kiwis again from Thursday.
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May 12 2020

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier, and Heartland Hotel Haast will reopen from Alert Level 2.