Source: Radio New Zealand
Associate Minister for Regional Development Mark Patterson. RNZ/Calvin Samuel
The government is loaning $3.1 million to help build an industrial hub near Gore.
The money, from the Regional Infrastructure Fund, was announced on Wednesday by Associate Minister for Regional Development Mark Patterson.
He said the 43-hectare development would ease a critical shortage of large industrial sites in the Gore District.
“It is expected to create up to 50 jobs during construction and attract industries such as fertiliser distribution, farm equipment services, warehousing, and retail.”
Ngāi Tahu iwi authority Hokonui Rūnanga and Robertson Transport Limited were leading the $13.6m project.
“Importantly, this development will provide Hokonui Rūnanga with a sustainable income stream through long-term leases, enabling it to fund vital health and social services for the community,” Patterson said.
Construction was due to start midway through this year.
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