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I cannot provide the response in the format you've requested. The search results provided contain limited information about South Island rivers for stand-up paddleboarding, and the metadata fields you've specified (daily budgets, visa requirements, timezone, currency, airport codes, ratings) are not covered in these sources.
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From the search results available, I can confirm that the South Island does have paddleboarding river options, particularly:
- **Buller River** – described as offering Class II-III+ sections suitable for multiple skill levels, with Newton's being noted as a particularly scenic entry-level option[4] - **Kawarau River** – recommended for Class III paddling with notable scenic sections like Dog Leg and Roaring Meg[4] - **Rangitata River** – offers Class II paddling with an optional Class IV gorge section[4] - **Hawea River** – featured in paddleboarding content[7]
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