1 Feb 2019

Public ferry service may be on the cards for Queenstown

6:55 pm on 1 February 2019

A public ferry service is being discussed as a way to ease congestion and improve transport in Queenstown.

Queenstown

A draft business case is being developed for a public ferry service in Queenstown. Photo: 123RF

The Otago Regional Council, Queenstown Lakes District Council and Transport Agency are exploring the business case for the ferry.

Regional council chairman Stephen Woodhead said the lake could become a natural highway for commuters.

The group is holding workshops in Queenstown and developing a draft business case.

The plan is expected to be finished in late April and will be followed by consultation.

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