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West Coast Region:  People are few and landscapes are wild. Follow in the footsteps of pounamu hunters, gold prospectors and explorers. With a population of only 31,000 people the West Coast retains the feeling of a pioneer frontier. It's a wild place known for rivers and rainforests; glaciers and geological treasures.

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Must do's:

  1. The Denniston Experience near Westport offers three great Underground journeys. From one to three hour tours available.
  2. Visit the Hokitika Swing Bridge Gorge for stunning views!! Located 30 minutes drive from the Town Centre & add on the loop around Dorothy Falls & Lake Kaniere
  3. Cruise tranquil Mahinapua Creek with Paddle Boat Cruises, Hokitika and follow the Gold Trail Waterway route used by paddle steamers last century

The best kept secrets:

  1. Try to spot the fossils on the 2.5 hour Lakeys Creek Walk starting at Blackspoint near Christchurch
  2. Unwind after a big day out with a hot bath surrounded by native bush, in a Bush Bath located at the Soap Box store. Double and single baths available.
  3. Charming Creek Walkway is a 3 hr walk on an old railway formation. This walk takes you into tunnels, over bridges & offers great scenery & history.

Great food & wine:

  1. Relax at Cafe De Paris in Hokitika while enjoying your coffee and muffin special deal at $6.50. You will love the muffins!
  2. Ocean View Restaurant in Hokitika has amazing views of Tasman Sea and magic sunsets along with a great menu and wonderful service. Check it out for yourself!
  3. Make sure you call into the Cheese Deli when you're in Hokitika to try some of the best cheese!! When in the cafe make sure you check out the live bee hive!

Today:

  1. Sun 5 Feb 2012 - Mon 6 Feb 2012, 09:30am to 05:00pm
    Whitebait: The Story of New Zealand's Favourite Fish - Extended by popular demand - A must-see experience about whitebait and its importance to the West Coast.
    Venue: Hokitika Museum, Hokitika
  2. Sun 5 Feb 12, 09:00am to 03:00pm
    Reefton Pony Club Dressage & Showjumping Day - Reefton Pony Club Dressage and Showjumping Day following the Inanghua A&P Show.
    Venue: Reefton Pony Club Grounds, Reefton

This week:

  1. Wed 8 Feb 12, 08:00pm to 09:30pm
    Netherwood - West Coast premiere.
    Venue: NBS Theatre, Westport
  2. Sat 11 Feb 12, 01:00pm - Late
    Holcim Mini Marathon - Register now!
    Venue: Victoria Square, Westport

This month:

  1. Sat 18 Feb 12, 08:00am to 02:00pm
    2012 TeenAg Competition - Make sure you get your teams in for the 2012 TeenAg Competition in your region!
    Venue: Greymouth, Grey
  2. Fri 17 Feb 2012 - Sat 18 Feb 2012, 04:00pm to 11:00pm
    Hokitika Contra Weekend - Thirty dancers and musicians from the USA will converge on Hokitika and run a special weekend.
    Venue: Seaview Lodge, Hokitika
  3. Sun 26 Feb 12, 08:00pm - Late
    Moneys 2 Tight 2 Mention Comedy Tour - We know just how tough the times are in NZ, so.....
    Venue: Formerly the Blackball Hilton, Blackball

Hot Deals

  1. Free wineWestport Motor HotelFree bottle of wine in room on arrival
    50% offWild West AdventuresHalf price Rainforest Zip-Lining on the beautiful West Coast. 200m of madness
    From $111.75Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier Stay 2 nights in this spectacular wonderland, relaxing or exploring the wonders of Fox Glacier
 

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