Otago Central Lakes Deal signed to back growth

The Government has signed a City and Regional Deal with Otago Central Lakes councils, establishing a 10-year partnership to support housing, infrastructure and economic growth in one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing regions, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Local Government Minister Simon Watts say. The Deal brings together the Government, Queenstown Lakes District Council, Central Otago District Council and Otago Regional Council around a 30-year vision to harness the region’s growth as New Zealand’s premier tourism destination and build a more diverse, resilient economy. “Otago Central Lakes is growing rapidly. More people want to live here, more people want to visit, and businesses want to invest here. That creates huge opportunities, but it also puts real pressure on housing, transport, energy and essential services,” Mr Bishop says. “City and Regional Deals are about central and local government getting around the same table, agreeing where we want to go, and making sure our planning and investment decisions line up to get us there. “This is not a one-size-fits-all programme. Every region has different strengths, challenges and opportunities, and this Deal has been des

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