There’s a lot going on around these parts and the most recent has drawn national attention. 

The recently consented water take & associated works around it is located near to our Neil’s Beach base.  The project has fuelled some good conversations with workmates, colleagues and friends over morning teas on and off for several years.  You can read more information about the granting of the consent in the news:

http://www.stuff.co.nz/environment/91347534/controversial-west-coast-water-export-scheme-granted-resource-consent

Or if you’d like to see the nitty gritty & really get into the facts I’d have a look at the Council Decision and expert evidence:

https://www.westlanddc.govt.nz/resource-consent-160021-okuru-enterprises-limited-tuning-fork-creek-okuru