Queenstown Lakes District Council proposes new freedom camping plan

RNZOtago Daily TimesThursday 26 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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The Queenstown Lakes District Council has drafted a new bylaw to manage freedom camping. The proposal includes designating 158 free car parks across 14 locations for certified self-contained motor vehicles. This plan follows the High Court quashing previous rules last year.

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First reported by RNZ, Thu 26 Jun 2025, 6:23pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 52 minutes
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