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Pilot who took ‘punt’ on safety convicted

Pilot who took ‘punt’ on safety convicted

A former commercial pilot who took a "punt" and filed down a severely damaged propeller of an aircraft before flying six tourists from Milford Sound to Queenstown 12 years ago has been convicted in court.

Pilot convicted over dangerous flight more than a decade later

The pilot flew from Big Bay to Milford Sound (pictured) to pick up a group of tourists. Photo:...

Pilot convicted over dangerous flight more than a decade later

A former commercial pilot who 12 years ago flew six tourists from Milford Sound to Queenstown despite knowing the aircraft's propeller was severely damaged has been convicted and fined more than $5000 after appearing in court.

Jai’s life-changing work lives on

Sarah, left, and Amanda Foo-Ryland with the late Jai Sneddon (centre).

Jai’s life-changing work lives on

Jai Sneddon endured a tough run in recent years, but he’d started turning his life around and was intent on making positive difference. Following his sudden death recently, two of his mentors will continue his legacy.

Skifields eye 'great start to season' after snow

Snow at Cardrona Alpine Resort this morning. Photo: Jen Houltham.

Skifields eye 'great start to season' after snow

Queenstown woke to a winter wonderland this morning, with a decent snowfall arriving on schedule for its skifields.

A moving weekend for homeowner

New homeowner Susan Sheridan (second from left) in front of her Toru apartment with (from left)...

A moving weekend for homeowner

Fifty households will have moved in to their new homes in Frankton by the end of this weekend, in a scheme which means they are paying not much more than $200,000.

Call for developers to pay cost of lake’s rehabilitation

The Queenstown Lakes district median house price rose by $80,000 for September to again strike ...

Call for developers to pay cost of lake’s rehabilitation

Fish & Game believes developers of resorts and golf courses near Lake Hayes should have to chip in to help pay to restore the lake’s water quality.

Tourism funding welcomed

Tourism funding welcomed

News of more than $100 million in funding targeted at tourism-reliant communities in the South Island has been hailed as potentially "game-changing".

Millions in grants to diversify Queenstown, Milford economies

In the report, the Environment Commissioner said it was widely understood that the daily limit at...

Millions in grants to diversify Queenstown, Milford economies

A $20 million fund to support the Queenstown Lakes District’s economic diversification and a $15m fund to help transform and protect Milford Sound have been announced by Tourism Minister Stuart Nash this morning.

Exemptions mean skifields can fully open

Cardrona Alpine Resort and Treble Cone general manager Bridget Legnavsky. Photo: Supplied

Exemptions mean skifields can fully open

All they need now is snow.

Crash victim praises life-savers

Lochana Kulasiri (centre), of Queenstown, pictured with some of the volunteer firefighters who...

Crash victim praises life-savers

Lochana Kulasiri believes he had a brief blackout on January 11 last year while driving.

Asbestos throws spanner in works for development

Significant amounts of asbestos-containing materials have been found at a high-profile development site in Queenstown.

Warmth mission

Warmth mission

A Toll employee loads up a truck with old winter NZSki uniforms in Queenstown before transporting them to Auckland last week, bound for the Auckland City Mission.

Sir Eion bestowed with honour

Sir Eion Edgar and his wife, Jan, Lady Edgar, after Sir Eion was made a distinguished fellow by...

Sir Eion bestowed with honour

Businessman and philanthropist Sir Eion Edgar yesterday joined eminent ranks, being made a distinguished fellow by the Institute of Directors at a special ceremony in Queenstown.

Flyer trip makes for special birthday

The Kingston Flyer departs the historic Fairlight Railway Station on the return leg of its first...

Flyer trip makes for special birthday

Larry Gardner will never forget his 65th birthday.

Pies and pints fine in the rain

Pictured sheltering from the rain at the Arrowtown Autumn Festival’s Pie, Pint and Pinot event...

Pies and pints fine in the rain

Raindrops may have kept falling on their heads, but it didn't deter punters at the Pie, Pint and Pinot event in Arrowtown.

Passengers first to enjoy Flyer in more than 8 years

About 180 people boarded the steam train at Kingston just before 10am and travelled to Fairlight...

Passengers first to enjoy Flyer in more than 8 years

About 180 people made history this morning, becoming the first passengers on board the Kingston Flyer in more than eight years.

Town crowded for parade and entertainment

Stilt walkers entertain the thousands of people who gathered on Saturday for the 36th Arrowtown...

Town crowded for parade and entertainment

It has been labelled one of the biggest crowds yet.

History of service in forces

Spike Wademan, of Queenstown, a member of the 44th Parachute Brigade in the United Kingdom in the...

History of service in forces

Queenstown's Spike Wademan’s family history is inextricably linked to war.

Massive crowd at Arrowtown Autumn Fest parade

The Arrow Miners Band during yesterday's Arrowtown Autumn Festival street parade. Photo: Tracey...

Massive crowd at Arrowtown Autumn Fest parade

Nary a park was to be found in Arrowtown yesterday as thousands flocked to the historic town to take in the sights and sounds of one of the most well-attended Arrowtown Autumn Festival street...

‘Anywhere, anytime’ approach to policing

‘Anywhere, anytime’ approach to policing

A recently established Central Lakes police team is taking the "anywhere, anytime slogan" literally.

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