The name "Wakatipu" is likely to be updated on signs, buildings and open spaces around the Queenstown area to reflect traditional Māori spelling and pronunciation.
A developer's request to increase the price of the land and house packages in the Hawea special housing area (SHA) has been described as undermining the affordability of the sections.
Queenstown Lakes District Council chief executive Mike Theelen is rejecting claims the council acted inappropriately by awarding a series of consultancy contracts to two former senior staff members.
Darren Lovell’s piece about Queenstown’s stampeding elephant and how local businesses are hurting. Now let’s address some of the misconceived comments about tourism and business in a Covid-19 world, writes Brett Duncan.
After a successful business career in Queenstown, specialising in HR, Maryann Geddes is shifting to Christchurch next month. She tells us what’s behind the move, recounts her climbing exploits and reveals a special local connection she’ll be retaining.