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The Buller River known to Maori as Kawatiri (Bitter sounding waters) is 169 Km long starting at Lake Rotoiti in the Nelson Lakes district and finishing in Westport. It has a catchments of 6,500 sq kms and in full flood has a flow of 12,375 cubic metres per second. The Road through Hawks Crag was constructed in 1869 and stands as a tribute to the spirit and determination of the West Coaster who overcame many difficulties in its construction. Today, the road is one of the best scenic drives in New Zealand. The Buller River is also well known for Trout fishing and other recreational activities. |
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