The Chatham Islands are the most eastern part of New Zealand, lying far out in the Pacific Ocean and so close to the International Date Line that they have their own time zone, 45 minutes ahead of the mainland.
Wild, rugged and beautiful, the Chatham Islands were originally settled by Moriori who called their home 'Rekohu', which translates as 'misty skies' or 'misty sun’.
Today, fishing, agriculture and tourism sustain the Chatham Islands and its 600 residents.
Chatham Islands long term plan — Chatham Islands Council
For full details on projects funded in the region:
Chatham Islands stories
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More funding to grow our regions – and a new identity for the Provincial Development Unit
A new fund has been created to boost the drive to grow regional economies.
27 May, 2021
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The digital marae – helping connect iwi around the country
The Provincial Development Unit is investing up to $1.8 million to help train iwi to get the most out of the programme to digitally connect marae.
20 November, 2020
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More money to renovate town halls and war memorials
The Provincial Growth Fund is investing just under $12.4 million in the renovation of town halls and war memorials up and down the country.
28 September, 2020
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Published: 30 October, 2020 · Updated: 1 December, 2020