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    Mat Woods. Photo: supplied

    Call for tourism infrastructure focus

    A Queenstown tourism leader is calling for a greater focus on infrastructure funding over tourism promotion as the government looks to increase visitor demand.

    Plant court orders seen as ‘pragmatic’ outcome

    Mayor Glyn Lewers. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Plant court orders seen as ‘pragmatic’ outcome

    A slew of court orders relating to the operation of Queenstown’s Shotover wastewater treatment plant, and a replacement for its failed disposal system, is a "pragmatic" outcome, Queenstown Lakes...

    New bus route expected to halve travel time

    New bus route expected to halve travel time

    A new Orbus route, linking Arrowtown and Queenstown, via Arthurs Point, will launch on June 30.

    Clear direction for Shotover wastewater plant, says ORC

    The Shotover wastewater treatment plant. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

    Clear direction for Shotover wastewater plant, says ORC

    A clear indication had been given to what needs to be done to the Shotover wastewater plant, the Otago Regional Council says, after the Environment Court released its decision.

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    New hub to be ‘massive asset’ for community: MP

    Pictured at the official opening of The Mill, Queenstown’s new performance, healthcare and...

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    New hub to be ‘massive asset’ for community: MP

    South Island Minister James Meager believes a new performance, healthcare and rehabilitation centre, officially opened in Queenstown yesterday, will become an economic driver for the South Island.

    Southern tourism pioneer celebrates 100th birthday

    Olive, Lady Hutchins, pictured on her 100th birthday on Saturday in Queenstown, surrounded by her...

    Southern tourism pioneer celebrates 100th birthday

    The first lady of Queenstown tourism celebrated her 100th birthday, surrounded by family and friends, in the resort on Saturday.

    Made every second count

    Louise Scott-Gallagher with husband Craig Gallagher and their daughter Lily in a photo taken...

    Made every second count

    ‘‘She was the glue that held us all together with her life of love, laughter and family."

    Fears over Queenstown office exodus

    Frankton. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Fears over Queenstown office exodus

    Queenstown CBD offices are joining the flight to Frankton, promoting fears for the town centre’s vitality.

    Couple double down for school foundation

    Pak’nSave Queenstown owners Anthony and Michelle King. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Couple double down for school foundation

    A Queenstown couple’s doubling their annual contribution to the Wakatipu High School Foundation (WHSF) to support the high school’s literacy and numeracy programmes.

    Winning home at one with nature

    Carolin Friese has won multiple awards for this Bob’s Cove home. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Winning home at one with nature

    A Queenstown architectural designer is "beyond thrilled" to have received international recognition for the interior design and sustainability of her and her partner’s Bob’s Cove home.

    30 marathons in 30 days

    Michael Heyes takes a breather during a marathon to pose for the camera. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    30 marathons in 30 days

    Queenstown's Michael Heyes is adopting an unconventional countdown to his 30th birthday on June 23.

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    Public-private healthcare opportunities identified

    In 2018, there were 87 breaches, more than twice those in the previous year and three times as...

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    Public-private healthcare opportunities identified

    A strategic report focused on the future of public health services in Otago Central Lakes has identified six potential opportunities for public-private collaboration.

    Restaurant named in world top 100 list

    Amisfield Restaurant, at Lake Hayes, is among the top 100 restaurants in the world. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

    Restaurant named in world top 100 list

    Queenstown fine dining restaurant Amisfield has been named in the top 100 restaurants in the world.

    Airport provides site for new HQ

    The search and rescue team is briefed.

    Airport provides site for new HQ

    Wakatipu Search and Rescue (LandSAR) has unveiled plans for a new headquarters at Queenstown Airport.

    Queenstown-bound flight struck by lightning

    Air NZ says travel remained very restricted. Photo: supplied

    Queenstown-bound flight struck by lightning

    A flight from Auckland to Queenstown had to turn back after it was hit by lightning shortly after take-off tonight.

    Bring on the drones

    Bring on the drones

    An Australian-based company is pitching drone light shows for Queenstown over three months that’d not only be an amazing spectacle, but could potentially also drive big visitor numbers, especially...

    Queenstown restaurant in top 100 in world

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    Queenstown restaurant in top 100 in world

    Queenstown fine dining restaurant Amisfield has been named in the top 100 restaurants in the world.

    Right royal challenge

    Queenstown’s Royalburn Station co-owner Carlos Bagrie, left, with his good mate Gihan Ganesh, a...

    Right royal challenge

    You could call it a one-in-a-million challenge.

    Mountain man leaving a legacy

    Aaron Halstead, MNZM. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Mountain man leaving a legacy

    Queenstowner Aaron Halstead’s one of the lucky ones - he’s managed to forge a hugely successful career from his hobbies.

    Native lizards in focus

    Anna Yeoman admiring a jewelled gecko at the Mokomoko Dryland Sanctuary in Central Otago. PHOTO:...

    Native lizards in focus

    An expert on New Zealand’s colourful native lizards — geckos and skinks — confesses she only started learning about them six years ago.
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