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Restricted shop trading hours on Anzac Day
On Anzac Day, Thursday 25 April, all shops will be closed until 1pm.
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Plan ahead for a safe enjoyable Easter holiday around the South Island
We want everyone to arrive safely at their destination these Easter holidays, so plan ahead and take regular breaks – that is the message from the NZ Transport Agency and the Police.
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Older heads lead way in double header cycling weekend
Older experienced heads led the way at the weekend’s double header rounds of the Calder Stewart Cycling
Series in Hokitika.
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Waiho River Bailey bridge opening 13 April
South Westland’s Waiho River Bailey bridge will reopen to traffic around midday on Saturday, 13 April, says the NZ Transport Agency.
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Camping on the West Coast of New Zealand: Tips for a comfortable sleep
Camping is becoming increasingly popular in on the West Coast of New Zealand with countless nature enthusiasts taking to the great outdoors every year.
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New opening date for Paparoa Track
The Paparoa Track will now open on 1 December 2019, replacing the previous opening scheduled for the end of September 2019.
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Waiho River Bailey bridge on track for reopening Friday
The NZ Transport Agency says South Westland’s Waiho River Bailey bridge should be ready to open this Friday, 12 April.
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Travel between Franz Josef and Fox Glacier
There is currently no direct route between Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. The only alternative route between the townships is via Arthur’s Pass and Wanaka.
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Explore Haast and Glacier Country
The sun is out again on the West Coast of New Zealand, following two days of epic rain and it’s business as usual for most tourism operators in Haast, Fox Glacier and Franz Josef.
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West Coast roads reopen following severe weather event
A number of roads on the West Coast are now open, albeit to one lane in places, after the significant flooding of the past two days, says the NZ Transport Agency.
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