Ruapehu accommodation and ski-hire business owner Sam Clarkson says the latest cash handout to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts is a waste of money.
The coalition Government is providing 7 million dollars to ensure the ski season at Whakapapa can go ahead while a buyer is sought.
But Sam Clarkson says it's good money after bad and it won't work.
He spoke to Corin Dann.
