New Zealands' worst mining distaster happened on 26 March 1896 at Brunner on the West Coast, killing 65 men.
Learn moreStep into the immersive experience that celebrates the heritage and endeavour of the people of the Buller District. Explore themes of Triumph and Treasure - the taonga (treasures) of the earth (pounamu, coal, gold) and the bravery and innovation of human endeavour they inspired from the earliest Polynesian settlers to today.
Learn moreJoin us along the beautiful West Coast highway for your chance to make your own bonecarving.
Learn moreThe Hokitika Museum is a regional museum located in the heart of Te Tai Poutini - West Coast. What began in 1869, in the new Town Hall, as the “Museum Room” grew into the West Coast’s largest museum and archive.
Learn moreExclusive Westport accommodation, Archer House is a boutique bed and breakfast guest house, ideal for holiday accommodation.
Learn moreDiscover Gold Rush Relics and Pan for Gold!
Learn moreSock World Hokitika is the home of New Zealand Auto Knitter - manufacturer of the world's best and most innovative circular sock machines; and CSM Yarns - the world's finest sock and hand-knit yarns.
Learn moreThe Regent Theatre is your entertainment centre of the West Coast!
Learn moreAt the top end of Franz Josef village, sits the beautiful, serene St James Church
Learn moreA beautiful way to see Arahura at it's best.....He taonga no te whenua o Te Tai Poutini
Learn moreLighting of the beacons that run along The White Mountains (Ered Nimrais) from Gondor to Rohan was filmed at Mount Gunn, near Franz Josef, West Coast.
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