Queenstown

Jasper Thompson, middle right, shovels debris into a wheelbarrow as residents of Reavers Lane,...

Skyline faces court over destructive Queenstown slip

QLDC is prosecuting Skyline Enterprises and two other companies for activities that allegedly contributed to last year's destructive slip which sent mud and forestry slash into the Reavers Lane area.

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Predicted traffic ‘crisis’ has councillors worried

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Predicted traffic ‘crisis’ has councillors worried

The Wakatipu will face "a crisis" as failure looms for a key part of the region’s roading network, a Queenstown Lakes District councillor said yesterday.

Queenstown cops target party scene with drug busts

Queenstown cops target party scene with drug busts

Queenstown police are targeting dealers in a bid to cut the supply of illegal drugs ahead of major events in the resort town.

‘Unique’ site for new Arrowtown golf course

Looking over the proposed new Hogan Gully golf course earlier this year are (from left) course...

‘Unique’ site for new Arrowtown golf course

Arrowtown's next major golf course is about to make international headlines.

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Queenstown seeking slice of levy increase

Destination Queenstown chief executive Mat Woods said Queenstown had not seen any benefits from...

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Queenstown seeking slice of levy increase

The govt’s decision to nearly triple an international visitor levy to $100 has prompted Destination Queenstown to call for a major slice of the funding to relieve the pressure being put on infrastructure by tourists.

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Appointed to new housing trust role

New figures show the resort is the most expensive place to rent a house in New Zealand. Photo:...

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Appointed to new housing trust role

There is a new sheriff in Queenstown when it comes to sustainability and development.

Hotel, village, entertainment complex planned for Lake Hāwea

Plans for a massive redevelopment of Lake Hawea have been released, including a new hotel and...

Hotel, village, entertainment complex planned for Lake Hāwea

The small township of Lake Hāwea is set for a massive revamp, as developers propose a new hotel and village and entertainment complex.

Alleged employment, immigration breaches investigated

Two Queenstown employees have been served with deportation liability notices following a joint-agency operation in the resort.

Ceilidh brings Scottish party to Arthurs Point

Take a partner... Revellers try out some traditional Scottish dancing during A Ceilidh Affair,...

Ceilidh brings Scottish party to Arthurs Point

Arthurs Point became a celebration of Scottish heritage on Saturday, as revellers lined up for a big night of line dancing and haggis at new brewery and distillery, The Cargo Collective.

Rugby juniors test their skills

Whakatipu Rugby Club’s Callum Longthorn, 12, puts on a burst of speed to shake off Sumner club...

Rugby juniors test their skills

It was a chance to test their skills on some of the most picturesque rugby grounds in the country.

Teacher chops off 93cm of hair

Arrowtown Preschool teacher Mercy Liu pictured after shaving off 93cm of her hair at Arrowtown’s...

Cutting off 93cm of her hair ‘one of my life moments’

Arrowtown Preschool teacher Mercy Liu shaved off all but one centimetre of her hair yesterday afternoon, raising more than $3000 for the Cancer Society.

Youth ambassador Lochie Win continues cancer mission

Paint the peak yellow... Hitting the slopes at Coronet Peak on Daffodil Day are (from left)...

Youth ambassador Lochie Win continues cancer mission

One of the Cancer Society’s youngest — and most determined — fundraisers has been recognised for his ‘‘superstar’’ work in supporting the charity.

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Risk assessment ‘really disappointing’

Glenorchy sits at the top of Lake Wakatipu. Photo: RNZ

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Risk assessment ‘really disappointing’

Glenorchy residents need more information on managing flood and earthquake risks than two new studies offer, a community leader has said.

Bid to overturn sentence fails after crash into pregnant driver

A recidivist drink-driver who crashed his vehicle into a car driven by a pregnant woman near Lake Hayes has failed in a bid to overturn his prison sentence.

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Scooters not impacted by Auckland ban

The beam e-scooter, soon to be trialed in Queenstown

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Scooters not impacted by Auckland ban

Beam Scooters will live on in Queenstown as the council does not get a cent from the two-wheeled outfit.

Ice cream firm wins four awards

Patagonia Chocolates’ founders Lorena Giallonardo and Alex Gimenez. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Ice cream firm wins four awards

A local confectionery company has a sweet haul at a national award ceremony.

Immigration officials swoop on Queenstown businesses

Immigration officials swoop on Queenstown businesses

Several work visas have been cancelled and deportation liability and infringement notices served on Queenstown hospitality and retail businesses.

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Paraplegic ex-helicopter pilot wins award for invention

Celebrating an award at the Aviation Industry Association conference in Wigram earlier this week...

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Paraplegic ex-helicopter pilot wins award for invention

A man who became a paraplegic after a helicopter accident in 2015 has designed an award-winning system which should save lives in helicopters.

Duo sentenced over unprovoked assault of father

Luke Holden (left) and Liam Osborne (right) at their sentencing in Invercargill yesterday. PHOTO:...

Duo sentenced over unprovoked assault of father

Two workmates who assaulted a Queenstown man outside his home in the middle of the night were "hyped up, fuelled by alcohol and out to cause trouble", a judge says.

Government’s regional deals framework a perfect fit for Queenstown

Central Otago mayor Tim Cadogan. PHOTO: ARCHIVE

Government’s regional deals framework a perfect fit for Queenstown

Queenstown mayor Glyn Lewers is waiting with bated breath to see if the district will be one of the five regions hand-picked by the government to pitch for a regional deal.

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