Photo: Peter Archibald/Carters Beach Seaside Accommodation
The Buller District Council has started on what it calls a "once in a generation" master planning exercise.
It is looking at Westport's environmental vulnerability but also social and economic factors.
Reefton's Ziman House closed abruptly during Covid and it has now been confirmed permanent shut.
A large group of locals is protesting the closure. And Ellen talks to Kathryn about a couple of elderly local identities.
Ellen Curnow at Westport News reporter - based in Westport
