Two Hokitika buildings closed indefinitely due to earthquake risk

Tuesday 13 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 13 Oct, 5:25pm

In this story Westland District Council

Westland District Council has closed two buildings on Weld Street in central Hokitika because of earthquake risk. The closures include the main council office and the former Mountain Jade building. This will affect the Westland District Library, the tourist information centre, and several other tenants.

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1. Otago Daily TimesTue 13 Oct, 5:30am

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2. RNZTue 13 Oct, 5:25pm

   Quake risk shuts down two Hokitika buildings, including council offices (opens in new tab)

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