Members of public assist in Wānaka boat rescue
A community effort has helped save a trio on board a boat in distress in Wānaka.
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Planning change would 'destroy town’s character'
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Planning change would 'destroy town’s character'
Wānaka residents desperate to keep their town from becoming another Queenstown are fighting a planning change they say will destroy the town’s character.
Snow down, visitors up
Snow down, visitors up
A better ski season is on the horizon as the region sees an increase in overseas visitors.
Wānaka charity marks decade of helping vulnerable community in Nepal
Wānaka charity marks decade of helping vulnerable community in Nepal
Wānaka locals are celebrating 10 years of fundraising for an international cause close to their hearts.
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Ready to have a ball
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Ready to have a ball
Hāwea Flat School is making it rain golf balls to help raise funds for their swimming pool.
Wānaka outdoor institution to consolidate shops
Wānaka outdoor institution to consolidate shops
Racers Edge Wānaka owners are closing one of their stores as they gear up for bigger and better plans.
Hatchery tipped as way to restore stocks
Hatchery tipped as way to restore stocks
A groundbreaking independent science report has confirmed that establishing a hatchery to rear and release juvenile salmon is the most effective way to restore the sea-run salmon population and...
Wānaka cancer fraudsters 'had weapons and ammo'
Wānaka cancer fraudsters 'had weapons and ammo in locked unit'
A storage unit linked to an accused fake cancer fraudster couple living in Wānaka contained restricted weapons and over 2000 rounds of ammunition, police say.
R&A lineup revealed
R&A lineup revealed
Rhythm and Alps will return for its 15th anniversary this December with a lineup that will feature international heavyweights and homegrown artists.
Easement proposal draws heat
Easement proposal draws heat
A heated public hearing was held on Wednesday over a contentious proposal to create an easement along Youghal St, which would encroach on land currently designated as a recreational reserve for the...
Resident shocked at $1000 rates increase
Resident shocked at $1000 rates increase
Residents across the Queenstown Lakes region got a shock after receiving record high rates bills on their properties.
Creation of Albert Town hub proposed
Creation of Albert Town hub proposed
A growing Wānaka neighbourhood is fighting to have its own community hub as it looks to apply for over $4million in asset funds.
Young skier sets sights on winter Olympics
Young skier sets sights on winter Olympics
Up-and-coming Snow Sports New Zealand skier says she is hungry for more as she works hard to qualify for the winter Olympics.
Community board backs Wastebusters’ proposal
Community board backs Wastebusters’ proposal
Wānaka’s largest community-led recycling hub could lose out on $9million for potential expansion if the council fails to show support.
Grant aims to make access to recreation facilities easier
Grant aims to make access to recreation facilities easier
Getting more people more active, more often is the aim of the Queenstown Lakes District Council with the launch of its 2025 Get Active Community Grant.
Rhythm and Alps reveals line-up for 15th anniversary
Rhythm and Alps reveals line-up for 15th anniversary
Rhythm and Alps will return for its 15th anniversary this December with a line-up that will feature international heavyweights and homegrown artists.
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Accused Wānaka cancer fraudsters named
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Accused Wānaka cancer fraudsters named
A couple living the high life in Wānaka accused of defrauding friends and family for $1 million with a bogus cancer diagnosis have been named.
Wānaka fraudster couple 'lived high life' after faking cancer
Wānaka fraudster couple 'lived high life' after faking cancer
A couple living the high life in Wānaka allegedly faked cancer to rip off their family and friends for $1 million which they spent on expensive cars and properties.
Hotel racks up over 130k views
Hotel racks up over 130k views
The listing for the iconic Cardrona Hotel has been the third-most viewed property on Trade Me this year as the sale comes to an end on Friday.
Overseas buyers eye iconic Otago hotel
Overseas buyers eye iconic Otago hotel
Buyers from the United States and Singapore are on the shortlist to buy the iconic Cardrona Hotel.