An improved airstrip at a new resort development is the key to making Lake Tekapo in South Canterbury a destination to stay rather than just a toilet stop.
Monday, June 20th 2005, 6:49AM
by The Landlord
Investment company Lilybank Station plans to reopen the Lilybank Lodge at the head of Lake Tekapo - it has been empty for five years - and link it to a resort development.
A new airstrip and a golf course designed by Greg Turner are planned.
Lilybank spokesman Chris Herbert said the $40 million Mackenzie Country project would take 12 to 18 months to complete. Work on a 1.3km airstrip near the lodge is set to begin within two months.
