Physios set up clinic in Frankton
Physios set up clinic in Frankton
A Queenstown physiotherapist formerly contracted to provide physio services at Lakes District Hospital (LDH) is going out on her own with a team of senior therapists.
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‘Not end of Q’town love affair’
‘Not end of Q’town love affair’
Having run Queenstown’s Crowne Plaza for six years, hotelier Stewart Manson says there are very few places he and his family would leave town for — "but to manage an iconic resort is one of those".
Ice hockey summer bonanza opens up a third grade
Ice hockey summer bonanza opens up a third grade
It's still summer, but Queenstown’s about to host 43 games of competitive ice hockey.
Bike fest returns full cycle
Bike fest returns full cycle
Starting tomorrow, Queenstown Bike Festival is back full noise after the brakes went on last year.
‘Back on track’ for delayed tour
‘Back on track’ for delayed tour
Queenstown's sole rider in the Tour of Southland, starting Sunday, says it’s to his advantage the seven-day cycling race was postponed in November due to extreme weather.
Q’town girls’ cricket on good wicket
Q’town girls’ cricket on good wicket
It's a break-through month for girls’ cricket in Queenstown.
Polly’s rare four-peat
Polly’s rare four-peat
To play in any age-group world champs is an honour, but for Queenstowner Polly Bennetts to be contesting, next week, her fourth women’s ice hockey under-18 worlds is a rare privilege.
Terraced housing ‘stacks up’
Terraced housing ‘stacks up’
Marketing is under way for a three-stage, 32-unit terraced housing complex at Queenstown’s Arthurs Point that’s set to give similar developments in Frankton a run for their money.
One-bed ‘boat house’ situated on two waterfront sections
One-bed ‘boat house’ situated on two waterfront sections
A striking studio unit with three portholes is a novel feature on adjoining waterfront sections for sale in an enclave between Queenstown’s Jack’s Point and Hanley’s Farm.
Recipient humbled
Recipient humbled
Douglas Brenssell, who received the King’s Service Medal, has been active in the Hāwea community for the past 25 years.
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Pair honoured at New Year share Duntroon link
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Pair honoured at New Year share Duntroon link
Duntroon School was an unlikely star of the 2026 New Year Honours.
Much to be achieved
Much to be achieved
Happy new year Waitaki, and welcome to a big 2026 for our district.
Cars fine at park: council
Cars fine at park: council
A growing number of cars parked at a public carpark at a council reserve in Oamaru with For Sale signs and details on display has been noted but not considered a problem by the district council.
Grant for seating
Grant for seating
The Network Waitaki Event Centre Trust has announced a new funding boost for the planned facility.
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Concert to conclude camp
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Concert to conclude camp
The 29th annual Waitaki Summer Music Camp was held in Oamaru this week.
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Glider Cafe gets off to flying start
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Glider Cafe gets off to flying start
The Glider Cafe in Omarama is reaching new heights under the management of Jennie and Simon Hales.
Caution advised as water released from spillway, dams
Caution advised as water released from spillway, dams
People are warned to stay out of the Pukaki River and remain careful on the Waitaki lakes, now Meridian Energy is releasing water from the Pukaki spillway and the Benmore, Aviemore and Waitaki...
Season ‘encouraging’
Season ‘encouraging’
The summer holidays have brought welcome visitors to the region, with Tourism Waitaki noting increases visitation from Christchurch residents and from overseas.
Respect and co-operation with Earth to live in harmony
Respect and co-operation with Earth to live in harmony
Before we start, happy new year everyone! Welcome to a fresh year and new ideas for our journey into the future.
Inclusive environment goal of singing event
Inclusive environment goal of singing event
Sally Randall wants to hear Oamaru sing.