Port Tarakohe, in Golden Bay on New Zealand’s South Island, has completed a $12.7 million NZD ($7.3 million USD) upgrade, enhancing its capacity and supporting commercial and aquaculture operations.
The project included a new wharf to replace a century-old timber structure, repairs and improvements to an existing concrete wharf, the addition of commercial berths, a breakwater extension and new service facilities.
“The previous single-wharf facility was at capacity, creating congestion for mussel farmers and other users. The upgraded infrastructure creates more space and will allow for the development of more mussel farming, which is expected to unlock close to a billion dollars of value over 25 years,” said Fisheries Under-Secretary Jenny Marcroft.
“This is a key infrastructure upgrade that enhances the port’s capacity, supports commercial use and provides a vital back-up route during State Highway 60 closures on Tākaka Hill Road,” said Regional Development Minister Shane Jones.
The upgrade was funded with approximately $6 million NZD from the government, including $600,000 NZD from the former Provincial Growth Fund, while Tasman District Council contributed about $6.7 million NZD.
Images courtesy of Tasman District Council - Te Kaunihera o te tai o Aorere.
