Articles tagged with Hurunui
Showing 6 of 6 articles
Government Invests $5M to Boost Regional Tourism and Attract Global Visitors to NZ
07 Sep 2026 | 2 days ago | 107 viewsThe New Zealand Government is investing $5 million to support six regional tourism initiatives aimed at attracting international visitors during the quieter months of spring 2026 and early summer 2027. These campaigns target tourists from Australia, North America, and China, promoting regional food, wine, hospitality, and outdoor experiences to encourage longer stays and travel beyond main gateways. The funding is allocated to specific projects led by regional organizations to boost local economies and spread tourism benefits across the country.
Tags: Louise Upston RotoruaNZ Tātaki Auckland Unlimited Visit Hurunui WellingtonNZ ChristchurchNZ Destination Great Lake Taupo MBIE New Zealand TourismGovernment Invests $750,000 in Pilot Projects to Manage Wild Deer Impact on Farms
09 Jun 2026 | 3 months ago | 582 viewsThe Government is investing $750,000 in three pilot projects led by catchment groups in Rangitīkei, Wairarapa, and North Canterbury to measure and reduce wild deer impacts on privately-owned production land. These projects, running until August 2027, aim to assess deer populations, evaluate control techniques, and inform future management plans while involving farmers, hunters, and regional councils. Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager emphasized that toxins like brodifacoum will not be used, and hunter-led conservation will play a key role in the programme.
Tags: Andrew Hoggard James Meager Ministry for Primary Industries Rangitīkei Wairarapa North Canterbury Hurunui District Landcare Group Wairarapa Catchment Collective Rangitīkei River Catchment Collective GovernmentDiscover Different: Explore Canterbury & West Coast This Autumn 2026
14 Jan 2026 | 7 months ago | 1117 viewsCanterbury and the West Coast’s regional tourism organisations will receive $1 million to launch the Discover Different campaign, promoting the regions' attractions during autumn and targeting Australian visitors. The initiative highlights the natural beauty, local food and drink, and unique experiences across Canterbury and the West Coast, aiming to support local businesses and boost regional tourism. Delivered through a collaboration of regional bodies, this campaign is part of a broader $3.69 million Regional Tourism Boost funding to attract international visitors to New Zealand’s regions in autumn and early winter 2026.
Tags: Canterbury West Coast Louise Upston Aoraki Mount Cook Kaikoura Hanmer ChristchurchNZ Destination Kaikōura Visit Hurunui Venture TimaruGovernment Announces $100,000 Aid for Kaikōura and Hurunui Communities
27 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1313 viewsThe Government is providing an additional $100,000 to Mayoral Relief Funds for Kaikōura and Hurunui communities affected by severe weather, in addition to a $150,000 contribution to Southland and Clutha funds. Each of the Kaikōura and Hurunui districts will receive $25,000 to aid in response and recovery efforts. The Ministry for Primary Industries is also contributing $25,000 to each district to support rural sector recovery efforts.
Tags: Government Mayoral Relief Funds Kaikōura Hurunui Mark Mitchell Emergency Management Recovery Ministry for Primary Industries Rural sector CommunitiesCanterbury Region State of Local Emergency Terminated by Minister Mitchell
24 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1051 viewsThe Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery, Mark Mitchell, has lifted the state of local emergency for most areas in the Canterbury Region, except for Kaikōura District. This decision was made based on advice from the Canterbury Civil Defence Emergency Management Group Controller. The state of local emergency remains in place for Kaikōura due to ongoing welfare needs and the risk of fires reoccurring, while similar states of emergency continue in the Southland Region and Clutha District.
Tags: Mark Mitchell Canterbury Region Waimakariri District Christchurch City Selwyn District Ashburton District Timaru District Mackenzie District Hurunui District Waimate DistrictLocal Government Minister Simon Watts: 20% of Councils' Water Plans Approved, Benefitting 2.5M Kiwis
19 Sep 2025 | 11 months ago | 1005 viewsTwenty percent of councils have had their water services delivery plans approved, benefiting over 2.5 million New Zealanders with financially sustainable approaches for the next decade under the Local Water Done Well initiative. The collaborative effort in the Waikato Water Done Well plan covers multiple districts and aims to achieve efficiencies for over 170,000 people. By utilizing shared services and lower-cost finance, councils can manage water plan costs effectively, easing financial burdens on communities and ensuring prudent investments in water infrastructure.
Tags: Simon Watts Taupō District Council Hurunui District Council Kaikōura District Council Waikato Water Done Well Local Government Minister Watercare Charter CCO New Zealanders Local Water Done Well.