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WānakaOctober 17

Wānaka meets its electoral candidates

Wānaka turned out in force to scrutinise its election candidates at a Meet the Candidates event at Lake Wānaka Centre last Thursday.
Wānaka meets its electoral candidates
Wānaka meets its electoral candidates
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WānakaOctober 17

Hāwea Epic hard launches for 2027

The Contact Epic is back for 2027, with Contact Energy returning as the event’s title sponsor and with lessons learnt after the 2026 comeback event.
Hāwea Epic hard launches for 2027
Hāwea Epic hard launches for 2027
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WānakaOctober 16

Missing piece of lakefront puzzle takes shape

A $1 million plan to connect a walking and cycling path to Wānaka’s lakefront is part of a long-term plan to develop a “world-class experience” in the town, a community leader says.
Missing piece of lakefront puzzle takes shape
Missing piece of lakefront puzzle takes shape
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WānakaOctober 12

Wānaka’s economy falling behind: QLDC

Tourism, business diversification and events have been identified as Wānaka seeks the economic activity to support population growth
Wānaka’s economy falling behind: QLDC
Wānaka’s economy falling behind: QLDC
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WānakaOctober 10

Leek and ricotta tart with asparagus

Spring has definitely arrived, and the wonderful asparagus is making its yearly appearance.
Leek and ricotta tart with asparagus
Leek and ricotta tart with asparagus
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WānakaOctober 9

A whale of a tale: Wānaka sailor recounts the sinking of the ‘Tai Tam’

It was the calm after the storm for Terry Hetherington as he handed over the watch on an idyllic morning aboard the 52-foot yacht, the 'Tai Tam', following days of rough seas.
A whale of a tale: Wānaka sailor recounts the sinking of the ‘Tai Tam’
A whale of a tale: Wānaka sailor recounts the sinking of the ‘Tai Tam’
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WānakaOctober 7

‘Mystical shaman’ plans Wānaka temple

A self-described “mystical shaman” who oversaw a failed investment fund now has plans to build a “church” in Wānaka.
‘Mystical shaman’ plans Wānaka temple
‘Mystical shaman’ plans Wānaka temple
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WānakaOctober 7

Something in the water: first test results at Lauder human waste site show significant spikes in nitrates

Groundwater testing at a Lauder farm where human waste is being discharged has revealed nitrates and phosphorous increasing significantly since the controversial practice began.
Something in the water: first test results at Lauder human waste site show significant spikes in nitrates
Something in the water: first test results at Lauder human waste site show significant spikes in nitrates
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WānakaOctober 7

15 freedom camping infringements a day in Queenstown Lakes

Issues caused by freedom camping have been laid bare at a council workshop, which sought to identity whether — and how — to accommodate freedom campers.
15 freedom camping infringements a day in Queenstown Lakes
15 freedom camping infringements a day in Queenstown Lakes
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WānakaOctober 6

New Wānaka development pushes housing density rules

Plans for a 177 home development and clubhouse in Wānaka have been lodged with Queenstown Lakes District Council.
New Wānaka development pushes housing density rules
New Wānaka development pushes housing density rules