| Decision | Consent granted Section 12(1)(a) Overseas Investment Act 2005 |
|---|---|
| Decision maker | Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand |
| Decision date | 02 April 2026 |
| Pathway | Sensitive land - Benefit to New Zealand |
| Investment | Acquisition of a freehold interest in approximately 13.3350 hectares of land located at 840 Manuka Terrace, Ben Ohau, Twizel. |
| Asset Value | $685,000 |
| Applicant | Ryan Thomas Bullock Australia 100% |
| Vendors | Grant Andrew Robertson and Rachel Ann Bates New Zealand 100% |
| Background | The Applicant is an Australian citizen acquiring a freehold interest in land used as a lifestyle block, for the purpose of converting it into a boutique lodge, targeting high value international and domestic tourists. The key economic benefits that will likely result from the Investment are in the form of capital expenditure and the creation of employment. Consent was granted as the Applicant met the investor test criterion and the investment is likely to benefit New Zealand. |
| More information | Conor Horrigan The Mount Lawyers PO Box 5386 Mount Maunganui 3150 |