The pro-am’s ‘people’s player’
The pro-am’s ‘people’s player’
In a novel concept, about 25 Queenstown mates cumulatively chipped in $25k for a slot in this week’s NZ Open pro-am — and, fittingly, decided who’ll represent them via a game of golf.
Festival marks decade of brewing
Festival marks decade of brewing
The Cargo Collective’s ‘Summer Haze’ hazy beer festival in Arthurs Point today will be a double celebration.
Educational trust’s helped 70-plus students
Educational trust’s helped 70-plus students
Named after local environmental activist and council watchdog, the late Margaret Templeton, Templeton Way — between the council offices and Queenstown Memorial Centre— is one the resort’s tiniest...
Trailblazing fundraiser
Trailblazing fundraiser
You couldn’t accuse Queenstown Trails Trust’s (QTT) boss of sitting back for the final $430,000 needed for the vital Park Ridge to Kawarau Falls Bridge off-road trail to be built.
The saviour of the NZ Open
The saviour of the NZ Open
It’s no exaggeration to say we wouldn’t have the New Zealand Open at Arrowtown’s Millbrook, or anywhere, without the golf tournament’s chairman, John Hart. The former All Blacks coach discusses the...
Fireys’ special call-out
Fireys’ special call-out
Queenstown fireys had an early-morning call-out to Fergburger on Tuesday.
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'Words can’t explain it': Second fire rips through property
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'Words can’t explain it': Second fire rips through property
It was second time around for an Alexandra woman as she surveyed damage around her former home after fire tore through the property once again.
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Near misses at Finegand crossing
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Near misses at Finegand crossing
KiwiRail says a spate of recent near misses on a busy railway level crossing near Balclutha are a ‘‘warning sign’’ for drivers to take additional care.
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Goldmine fight unfair, costly: charity
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Goldmine fight unfair, costly: charity
Fighting the proposed Santana gold mine is an unfair battle that requires hard cash now, an environmental charity is pleading.
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$200K of ‘icing’ for cycle trail
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$200K of ‘icing’ for cycle trail
A $200,000 boost from the government has been described as ‘‘icing on the cake’’ for a Waimate cycle trail under construction.
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Fences, signs protect beach users
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Fences, signs protect beach users
Contact Energy has responded to concerns erosion along the shore of Lake Hawea could have ‘‘catastrophic’’ consequences.
Central Otago honey seller pranks thief with hilarious video
Central Otago honey seller pranks thief with hilarious video
An Ettrick honey seller has used a video to take humorous revenge on a thief who plundered his stall - all while being left $1650 out of pocket.
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Top snag ‘just like’ Macca’s classic
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Top snag ‘just like’ Macca’s classic
An Otago-made sausage that tastes ‘‘just like’’ a McDonald’s cheeseburger has claimed top prize at a Southland town’s ultimate snag showdown.
Watch: Flames tear through trees in Central Otago fire
Watch: Flames tear through trees in Central Otago fire
A large grass fire that forced the evacuation of homes in Central Otago has been contained.
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Southern Waters taps Waitaki
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Southern Waters taps Waitaki
Waitaki's council has come full circle and voted to join a Three Waters group it once rebuffed.
Penguin perks up after beach rescue
Penguin perks up after beach rescue
A rare erect crested penguin found on a Canterbury beach and nicknamed 'Snake' will be released when she has finished moulting in a few days.
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Oyster supplier prays for good weather
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Oyster supplier prays for good weather
Divine intervention is being called on for the first day of the oyster season.
Prices hiked amid Tekapo tourist squeeze
'Daylight robbery': Room prices hiked amid Tekapo tourist squeeze
An influx of tourists over Lunar New Year is intensifying an accommodation crunch in Tekapo, where some providers are charging up to $2400 a night.
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Novel honey stall proves a welcome call
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Novel honey stall proves a welcome call
You can’t make a call, but maybe you can make some breakfast.
Not all love courts getting spruce-up
Not all love courts getting spruce-up
Ageing tennis courts in a small Southland town are set for a spruce-up, but not everybody in the community is happy.