Thomas Coughlan05:00, May 07 2021
Stuff
The Government announced in March it was extending the bright-line test, reducing tax deductions on property investments, and would step up investment in communal infrastructure to support housing developments.
Less than half of the Government’s ‘’shovel-ready’’ infrastructure projects have begun by its first self-imposed deadline, with just 44 per cent of the 150 projects under construction by the end of February. Last year, the Government announced it would fund 150 ‘’shovel-ready’’ projects, costing $2.6 billion. The projects, including the Naenae pool development, the Eastern Bays Shared Path, and the Wellington District Court, were meant to kick-start the economy with an infrastructure boom as the country recovered from Covid-19.
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Plans for 850 metre-long zipline down Hanmer Springs Conical Hill
14 Apr, 2021 10:59 PM
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Hanmer Springs Conical Hill where the zipline is planned to be. Photo / Supplied
NZ Herald
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa has lodged resource consent for the new attraction.
The notified consent is open for submissions until Monday.
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The zipline uses technology that has been developed by Christchurch-based Holmes Solutions.
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa general manager Graeme Abbot said the new attraction has the potential to become a must-do for both regular and new visitors to the village. It s the first ride of its type in New Zealand and only the second in the world. We re delighted this old dream of ours is a step closer to reality with the lodging of resource consent.