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April 7, 2022

Okarito GorseBusters back in action

Ōkārito’s population of 38 has swelled with the influx of volunteers for GorseBusters 2: Return of the Pricks.

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April 1, 2022

DWC support for Whataroa farm plan project

DWC is proud to support an exciting new initiative to help Whataroa farmers develop a freshwater farm plan.

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March 29, 2022

Community comment - Renee Rooney

Sometimes it can be hard to see the wood for the trees. A feeling I can get at times when I see 500 friendly cows looking at me while waiting patiently in the yard ready for daily milkings!

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March 19, 2022

West Coast Chocolate icons launched

West Coast business owner, Patrick Volk, has harnessed the iconic flavours of the West Coast for a new line of chocolates.

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March 17, 2022

GorseBusters 2: Return of the Pricks

Ōkārito GorseBusters are offering a week of free accommodation, food, entertainment and kayaking on the stunning Ōkārito Lagoon. But there’s a catch – you’ll have to help clear gorse!

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March 16, 2022

Tourism industry thrilled at border reopening plans

Tourism operators can look forward to welcoming international manuhiri, following the announcement that New Zealand’s borders are reopening

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