‘Special’ member of QLDC dies suddenly
‘Special’ member of QLDC dies suddenly
The Queenstown Lakes District Council is mourning the loss of a "special colleague".
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Prizemoney for NZ Open up to $1.7 million
Prizemoney for NZ Open up to $1.7 million
It's not a bad payday.
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Apartments could double as visitor housing
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Apartments could double as visitor housing
A consent application for a residential apartment building in Queenstown - with potential consent for each unit to be used year-round as visitor accommodation - will be heard in the resort next month.
Perfect conditions for bumper A&P show
Perfect conditions for bumper A&P show
After more than a century, the popularity of the Lake Hayes A&P Show is showing little sign of dwindling.
‘Mohawk trout’ sported extra fin
‘Mohawk trout’ sported extra fin
Talk about the catch of the day.
Paragliders set to soar during NZ Open
Paragliders set to soar during NZ Open
Eyes will be on the skies over Queenstown and Wanaka during the next week.
Hopes of clear skies tomorrow to welcome twice-disrupted fundraiser
Hopes of clear skies tomorrow to welcome twice-disrupted fundraiser
A small crew of people in Glenorchy are keeping a close watch on the weather forecast for this weekend, hoping the precipitation predicted is not enough to scupper the town's annual race day.
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Cyclist pair ready to tackle returning endurance event
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Cyclist pair ready to tackle returning endurance event
Former Southlander Jason Stephens has some "unfinished business" to attend to in South Africa.
Paragliders set to soar during NZ Open
Paragliders set to soar during NZ Open
Eyes will be on the skies over Queenstown and Wānaka during the next week.
Show a dream come true for UB40's new frontman
Show a dream come true for UB40's new frontman
UB40’S new lead singer and guitarist Matt Doyle has had his fair share of pinch-me moments in the past 18 months. He's having them daily at the moment.
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New ferry service to ease strain
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New ferry service to ease strain
Real Journeys Ltd is to launch a new water ferry service, between Queenstown and Walter Peak, driven largely by the increase in mountain biking tourism.
Kitten survives possible hawk attack
Kitten survives possible hawk attack
He may only weigh a few hundred grams, but little Russell has the heart of a lion.
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Reward offered for lost dog
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Reward offered for lost dog
A Queenstown woman has offered a financial reward to anyone who is able to bring home her emotional support dog.
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Consent refusal may be appealed
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Consent refusal may be appealed
The owners of one of Queenstown’s most historic properties are likely to appeal a decision which has prevented them hosting events in future.
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Historic property refused event consent
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Historic property refused event consent
Commissioners have refused to allow one of Queenstown’s most historic properties to continue to host events.
Assault case progressing
Assault case progressing
Queenstown police are following positive lines of inquiry following a serious assault near the resort town’s CBD early on Thursday.
Neighbours fired up over tycoon’s pyrotechnic display
Neighbours fired up over tycoon’s pyrotechnic display
Plans for an extravagant pyrotechnic display in rural Queenstown next week on a property linked to an American billionaire have outraged neighbours.
Frustrated hospo owner left in limbo
Frustrated Queenstown hospo owner left in limbo
Long-time Queenstown hospo operator Dave Gardiner says in 16 years of business, he doesn’t think he’s ever had to deal with anything as frustrating as the new accredited employer work visa process.
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Luxury lodge denied resource consent
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Luxury lodge denied resource consent
The developer behind a luxury lodge proposal near Queenstown is assessing his options after independent commissioners refused to grant consent.
'It’s just nuts': Workers leaving Queenstown in droves
'It’s just nuts': Workers leaving Queenstown in droves
Queenstown’s housing crisis is hitting home as a local recruitment agency reports 13 staff it had placed quit their jobs in the first week of this month because they couldn’t find digs.