No freedom camp changes in report
Council staff are recommending no freedom camping bylaw changes to tackle issues at two contentious Wānaka hot spots.
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Wānaka GP funding shift to leave area ‘worse off’
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Wānaka GP funding shift to leave area ‘worse off’
While most are benefiting, a Wānaka GP says her clinic will take an 11% funding hit under a new package she says will force them to adjust their services.
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It’s winter skiing, but not as we know it
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It’s winter skiing, but not as we know it
When the skifields are not open what better way to feel the rush of adrenaline than to go for a water-ski in the middle of winter?
Building future leaders at apprentice contest
Building future leaders at apprentice contest
Building future leaders was a focus at the Southern heat of the apprentice of the year competition.
Restaurant dream becomes reality
Restaurant dream becomes reality
Food truck owners have made their dream a reality by opening the doors to their restaurant with a little help from the local community.
Juno’s debut single flying high
Juno’s debut single flying high
The debut single by a Wānaka high school student has quickly clocked up 10,000 streams worldwide.
Opinion: We’re building - so why can’t locals live here?
Opinion: We’re building - so why can’t locals live here?
We all know affordable housing in Upper Clutha is no longer really a thing, yet every week we meet people trying to make it work anyway.
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Opposition to store in ‘vulnerable’ community
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Opposition to store in ‘vulnerable’ community
A Super Liquor store in Lake Hāwea could neighbour a new primary school in the rapidly growing, but ‘‘vulnerable’’ community, opponents say.
Construction of golden arches begins
Construction of golden arches begins
Work has started on the construction of the McDonald’s restaurant in Wānaka’s Three Parks development.
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‘Big win’: health clinic to open by end of year
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‘Big win’: health clinic to open by end of year
A health clinic set to open in Lake Hāwea this year has been described as ‘‘a big win for the community’’.
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Helping grebes while supporting wellbeing
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Helping grebes while supporting wellbeing
Power tools and pool noodles have come together to solve the world’s problems and build nesting sites for endangered birds at the Wānaka Community Workshop.
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Stepping down as head of airshow after 14 years
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Stepping down as head of airshow after 14 years
For Ed Taylor, 14 years as the Warbirds Over Wānaka International Airshow general manager has flown by.
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A&P show made $19.3m impact for district
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A&P show made $19.3m impact for district
One of New Zealand’s largest agricultural and community events has generated an estimated $19.3 million in additional spending for the Southern Lakes region.
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Land bought for new primary school
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Land bought for new primary school
The Ministry of Education confirmed it has bought land in Hāwea for a new school in the fast-growing community.
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Changes to model only ‘temporary win for rural community’
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Changes to model only ‘temporary win for rural community’
Last-minute changes to a proposed new GP funding model will allay fears of a lack of service in Wānaka but the issue is not going away.
Winter’s approach too slow for skifields
Winter’s approach too slow for skifields
Cardrona Alpine Resort has announced its opening day will be pushed back by one week to Saturday, June 20, due to a mild start to winter.
Hāwea FreshChoice small store of year
Hāwea FreshChoice small store of year
Winning small store of the year is all thanks to the staff and community, Lake Hāwea FreshChoice's owner says.
Future in focus with Budget 2026
Future in focus with Budget 2026
Budget 2026 is about fixing the basics and building the future.
Preparations begin for 32nd edition
Preparations begin for 32nd edition
Excitement is building with auditions for the 32nd edition of Wānaka’s Stars In Your Eyes opening next week.
Growing local food networks
Growing local food networks
The resilience of our food networks is the topic of discussion for Wao’s Green Drinks events at Lake Wānaka Centre next Wednesday.