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The Queenstown Lakes District Council is seeking feedback on proposed changes to speed limits on some roads in the Wakatipu and Wanaka.

With the Government prepared to contribute towards a purpose-built conference centre in Queenstown, a new study into the feasibility of such a facility has found there is a "good overall business case".

Requests for a dedicated Queenstown councillor have been rejected by the Otago Regional Council.

Upper Clutha Environmental Society secretary Julian Haworth is "disgusted" a two-lot subdivision in an outstanding natural landscape (ONL) at Emerald Bluffs, on the western shore of Lake Wanaka, has gained approval for a non-notified consent process.

Construction of the replacement Kawarau Falls bridge has not been included in the 2012-15 regional land transport programme for Otago, despite a collaborative approach from Otago and Southland to bring the date forward.

The Queenstown Lakes District Council is investigating the leasehold development of a parcel of prime Queenstown real estate, up to a third of which could be earmarked for affordable housing.

Adam Feeley's proven track record makes him the right man for the job as Queenstown Lakes District Council's new chief executive, Mayor Vanessa van Uden says.

Queenstown Lakes Mayor Vanessa van Uden says it is time the district had a "bum on a seat" around the Otago Regional Council table, as the district is one of the fastest growing in New Zealand.

The Queenstown Lakes District Council is calling for expressions of interest this week to provide office accommodation for its 82 staff and 75 Lakes Environmental staff under one roof, instead of in seven offices scattered around the resort.

Passive vents at the Tucker Beach landfill could cost the Queenstown Lakes District Council a further $44,000 if gases exceed the allowed level.