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Oct. 26, 2023

Blackball’s Black Gold

West Coast black garlic company tastes success, now levelling up their culinary offering.

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Oct. 24, 2023

Pike29 Memorial Track opening confirmed

The Pike29 Memorial Track is opening on 17 February 2024.

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Oct. 19, 2023

Heaphy Track reopens

After almost two years of closure due to damage from Cyclone Dovi, the Heaphy Track in the South Island's Kahurangi National Park has finally reopened, and it's not just nature enthusiasts who are celebrating.

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Oct. 2, 2023

International visitors and wildlife return to the West Coast

The West Coast has achieved a significant milestone. Not only has international visitor spending surpassed pre-pandemic levels, but iconic hotels are also reawakening and nature is presenting its own spectacle with the return of the endangered Kōtuku and Tawaki penguins.

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Sept. 29, 2023

The West Coast Pie Company goes national

The West Coast Pie Company is set to go national with an exciting new campaign in partnership with Development West Coast and Monteith’s.

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Sept. 25, 2023

Tenders Sought for Riverview Development

Grey District Council, aligned with its commitment outlined in the 2021-2031 Long Term Plan, is collaborating with their development partner, Development West Coast, to select a Preferred Main Contractor to commence the design of Riverview development in Greymouth.

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