| Decision | Consent granted Section 12(1)(a) Overseas Investment Act 2005 |
|---|---|
| Decision maker | Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand |
| Decision date | 11 May 2026 |
| Pathway | Sensitive land - Production Forestry |
| Investment | Acquisition of a freehold interest in approximately 498 ha of land located at 1795 White Rock Road, Tuturumuri, South Wairarapa. |
| Consideration | Withheld under s9(2)(b)(ii) of the Official Information Act 1982 |
| Applicant | Kauri Forestry LP Switzerland 65% Germany 35% |
| Vendor | Lagoon Hill Station Limited New Zealand 100% |
| Background | The Applicant is a New Zealand limited partnership which is part of the Craigmore Sustainables Group. It is a forestry and horticulture investment vehicle which currently holds a significant amount of land in New Zealand for forestry investment purposes. It seeks to acquire approximately 498 hectares of land which includes approximately 447 hectares of existing productive forestry. The Applicant intends to continue using the land for forestry purposes. Consent was granted as the national interest test was met. |
| More information | Christina Lefever PO Box 33064 Barrington, Christchurch 8244 |