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| In New Zealand, the ‘West Coast’ generally refers to the narrow strip of land between the South Island's Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea. The West Coast is memorable for its mountain peaks, massive glaciers, bizarre limestone landscapes, mysterious lakes and raging rivers, lush rainforest and a magnificent, wild coastline. |
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Lake Brunner Country Motel
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In the townships of Westport, Greymouth and Hokitika, you can learn about the West Coast’s colourful past and shop for pounamu (greenstone or jade) - the local treasure that’s only significant source within New Zealand is from the West Coast's raging moun
Main centres are:
Westport
Greymouth
Hokitika
Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier
Haast
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