Clutha Gold Cycle Trail Trust deputy chairman David Vollweiler and secretary Jill Allison take in the latest new section of the trail extension, adjoining a historic toll house near Milton. PHOTO: RICHARD DAVISONThe wheels are turning on a new cycle trail extension in South Otago, as an initial section nears completion. The trail already runs for 73km from Lawrence to Roxburgh, where it joins a further trail network extending into Central Otago. Trail trust deputy chairman David Vollweiler said although visible progress on the $10million project might seem limited, that would change once negotiations with landowners reached fruition. "The core funding is in place from the Provincial Growth Fund and Clutha District Council, and we're anticipating further funding from the New Zealand Cycle Trail.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 04, 2019 15:45 UTC