http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU1308/S00463.htm Port alliance set to transform South Canterbury economy Tuesday, 13 August 2013, 3:47 pm Press Release: PrimePort Timaru 13 August, 2013 Media Release: For Immediate Release Port alliance set to transform South Canterbury economy An exciting joint venture between PrimePort Timaru and Port of Tauranga creates the opportunity to deliver huge benefits to the community and transform trading opportunities for the South Canterbury region, says port chairman Roger Gower. The agreement, which remains subject to local community consultation, will have far-reaching positive economic and social impacts for the region, Mr Gower says. [....]