West Coast - Seddonville
Seddonville is an area on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. The Old Ghost Road trail finishes here at the Rough and Tumble Bush Lodge where the mouth of the Mokihinui River leads out to the Tasman Sea. The settlement is lightly populated and known for the historical role it played in New Zealand's coal mining industry. Located about 50km north of Westport in the Northern Buller Region, Seddonville is surrounded by native bush, mountains and wilderness. One end of the Charming Creek Walkway is located at Seddonville. Seddonville was named in honour of the legendary Liberal Premier Richard Seddon. It was also the site of an early experiment in state socialism – New Zealand’s first state-owned coal mine opened there in 1903. more
When the name was chosen in 1893 Seddon joked that he hoped the town would prosper, as he wouldn’t want his name to be associated with failure. ‘King Dick’ didn’t get his wish: the mine struggled and was closed in 1914, eight years after his death.
Later in the 20th century the Seddonville area became a centre for private and co-operative mines, and hydraulic mining technology was pioneered there. But due to its exceptionally high sulfur content, Seddonville coal became difficult to sell. Mining ceased in the 1990s, and only a small community remains. The main reminders of the area’s mining heritage are the Chasm Creek and Charming Creek walkways, both of which follow abandoned railway lines.
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HABITAT SPORTS - Westport
HABITAT SPORTS - Westport
Mobile-friendly - Get your Hire Bikes, hard tail or full suspension, from the people who service and ride bikes. With a good number of full /multi-day rides in and around Westport such as Old Ghost Road , Denniston Plateau, Charming Creek, Heaphy Track, Paparoa and Pike 29 Track. We offer a shuttle service as well as service workshop and Retail shop.
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- +64 3 788 8002
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- 234 Palmerston St, Westport, West Coast, New Zealand
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HIKENBIKE - Seddonville, West Coast
HIKENBIKE - Seddonville, West Coast
Mobile-friendly - ORIGINAL SHUTTLE AND RELOCATION PROVIDERS FOR THE OGR. Recognised SPECIALISTS in VEHICLE RELOCATION, from $160-$170 incl. Lock boxes at both ends, free secure fenced parking in Seddonville for ultimate peace of mind. SHUTTLES run on demand to suit you. For any size group our competitive pricing structure will not be beaten. Check our website for prices and customer reviews.
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ROUGH AND TUMBLE BUSH LODGE - Seddonville
ROUGH AND TUMBLE BUSH LODGE - Seddonville
Mobile-friendly - The Rough and Tumble Bush Lodge is managed by the Charitable Trust that operates The Old Ghost Road. From the front deck you can just about cast a fishing line into the mighty Mokihinui River. From each room, the jagged edge of the Glasgow Range silhouettes an untouched sky. Any direction you listen or look, you're immersed in native wilderness.
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- +64 3 782 1337
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- Mokihinui Rd, Seddonville, Westport, New Zealand
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THE HEAPHY BUS COMPANY & TREK EXPRESS - South Island
THE HEAPHY BUS COMPANY & TREK EXPRESS - South Island
Trampers transport to all tracks in the northern part of the South Island, including Kahurangi Park, Nelson Lakes and Abel Tasman. For all numbers of persons we can pick up by 4WD from accommodation or airport anytime of day to one or both ends of tracks including: Heaphy, Tablelands, Wangapeka, the Cobb Valley, and the Leslie Karamea.
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- +64 3 540 2042
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- 0800 128 735 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 67 Seaton Valley Road, Mapua, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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Gold Trail
40km Mountain Bike Ride that will leave a lasting impression for life. This is achievable by everyone young, old, middle-aged, athlete, weekend warrior or first-time rider looking for a real challenge. You’ll be ...
Where: Shantytown, Greymouth, Grey
Address: Rutherglen Rd, Paroa, Greymouth, Grey
From: 9:00am on Sunday 5th February 2023
To: 2:00pm on Sunday 5th February 2023
Nikau Harp Trio
A national Arts on Tour NZ Tour Music composed for harp, violin and cello is extraordinary and beautiful - the plucked harp strings are vibrant and brilliant, whilst the bowed violin and cello strings are sustained and ...
Where: Reefton Workingmens Club, Reefton, Buller
Address: 55 Bridge St, Reefton, Buller
From: 8:00pm on Tuesday 14th February 2023
To: 9:30pm on Tuesday 14th February 2023
Nikau Harp Trio
A national Arts on Tour NZ Tour Music composed for harp, violin and cello is extraordinary and beautiful - the plucked harp strings are vibrant and brilliant, whilst the bowed violin and cello strings are sustained and ...
Where: Barrytown Hall, Greymouth, Grey
Address: 1 Main St, Barrytown, Greymouth, Grey
From: 8:00pm on Wednesday 15th February 2023
To: 9:30pm on Wednesday 15th February 2023
Fundraising Cello Recital
Fundraising concert Tour One of 11 concerts of fundraising tour featuring Tomas Hurnik on baroque cello. A unique opportunity to support a collection of baroque instruments for young New Zealand musicians. ...
Where: St Patrick’s Church, Greymouth, Grey
Address: 40 High Street, Greymouth, Grey
From: 4:00pm on Saturday 4th March 2023
To: 11:59pm on Saturday 4th March 2023
Wildfoods Festival 2023
One of the most iconic events in New Zealand! Come and get a Taste of the #WildFeralForaged foods on offer this March 11th at the 34th Annual Hokitika Festival. Challenge your tastebuds and try everything from ...
Where: Cass Square, Hokitika, Westland
Address: Weld Street, Hokitika, Westland
From: 11:00am on Saturday 11th March 2023
To: 7:00pm on Saturday 11th March 2023
Westside Weekend
National League basketball comes to the Coast... Watch the Canterbury Rams & Nelson Giants battle it out in a pre-season double header across 2 nights. Saturdays action will feature a Celebrity All-Star game with ...
Where: Westland Recreation Centre, Greymouth, Grey
Address: 83 High St, Greymouth, Grey
From: 7:00am on Friday 24th March 2023
To: 9:00pm on Saturday 25th March 2023
Miniature Train Rides
Miniature Train rides with visiting locomotives, Fire Engine and Tractor rides, Big Engine Sound and Light Show, and more! Plenty to see and do at the Westland Industrial Heritage Park in Hokitika over ...
Where: Westland Industrial Heritage Park, Hokitika, Westland
Address: Heritage Park Road off The Airport Drive, Hokitika, Westland
From: 1:00pm on Friday 7th April 2023
To: 3:00pm on Sunday 9th April 2023
Kita Mean - Delightfully Camp
Join the winner of season 1, Miss Kita Mean, from RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under on a spectacular 90 minute whirlwind of pop parodies, stand-up hilarities and finally… mental clarities as she gives you a giddy glimpse ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Hokitika, Westland
Address: 23 Weld St, Hokitika, Westland
From: 8:00pm on Thursday 4th May 2023
To: 10:30pm on Thursday 4th May 2023
Around Brunner
Around Brunner Cycle Ride - Saturday 6th May 2023. Starting and Finishing in Moana Lake Brunner - West Coast. Around Brunner caters for all competitors from the Elite rider through to the Recreational Rider with ...
Where: Moana Hotel, Moana, Grey
Address: 34 Ahau St, Moana, Grey
From: 4:30am on Saturday 6th May 2023
To: 3:00pm on Saturday 6th May 2023
Destination Westland South Island Ultra Marathon
The Destination Westland South Island Ultra Marathon will be held on Saturday 13th May 2023 on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on the West Coast of the South Island. This is New Zealand's Fastest and Most Scenic Ultra ...
Where: West Coast Wilderness Trail, Hokitika, West Coast
Address: Finish & Race HQ - Beachfront Hotel Hokitika
From: 5:00am on Saturday 13th May 2023
To: 10:00pm on Saturday 13th May 2023