# Otago Central Lakes Deal Signed

> Otago Central Lakes region secures 10-year infrastructure deal with government.
- Title: Otago Central Lakes Deal Signed · RNZ | Shortify
- Summary: Otago Central Lakes region secures 10-year infrastructure deal with government. Otago Central Lakes region formalised a 10-year regional deal with government…
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- Source: RNZ — https://rnz.co.nz/news/political/1764932/regional-deal-formalised-for-otago-central-lakes
- Author: RNZ | Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa
- Published: 2026-10-06T06:24:54+00:00
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- Topics: otago central lakes, queenstown, central otago, regional council, infrastructure, housing, healthcare, politics, news
## Regional deal formalised
Otago Central Lakes Deal - a 10-year plan to deliver infrastructure and manage rapid growth - was formally signed in Queenstown on Tuesday afternoon.
## Councils and government team up
Queenstown Lakes District Council, Central Otago District Council and Otago Regional Council teamed up in early 2025 to develop a joint proposal.
## Deal delayed by National Party
The deal was initially set to be unveiled in August but the announcement was scuppered by the National Party's crisis talks.
## Infrastructure Minister excited
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop said he was excited to formalise the deal and about the future of the region.
## Tourism funding discussions
Queenstown mayor John Glover said discussions over tourism infrastructure funding would continue until after the election.
## Transport projects planned
The deal includes a new Queenstown Strategic Network Plan with projects like a replacement Edith Cavell Bridge and additional Kawarau River crossings.
## Key takeaway

Otago Central Lakes region formalised a 10-year regional deal with government to address housing, transport and healthcare needs.