Strong support for new Motueka-Whanganui ferry link proposalA proposed Motueka-Whanganui ferry could cut up to four hours from a typical journey from Auckland to Christchurch compared to the current Picton to Wellington route. If the service does eventuate, the new ferry would travel between terminals based at Castlecliff and Port Motueka. READ MORE:* Cook Strait ferry terminal to stay in Picton* MP slams unreliable ferry service* On the Water: At the helm of an Interislander ferryPort Motueka's main wharf is owned and operated by Talley's Group. MARION VAN DIJK/FAIRFAX NZ The entrance to Port Motueka, which may become part of a new ferry link between Motueka and Whanganui. The ferry link would bring an increase of passenger and heavy transport vehicles to the region.

Source: Stuff October 10, 2016 20:37 UTC