Sizzling spell on way for Wānaka
Wānaka is shaping as the place to be for those seeking some summer sun and heat this week.
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Springs the venue to mark Wetland Day
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Springs the venue to mark Wetland Day
World Wetland Day is right around the corner and this year’s celebration will take place at Wanaka’s Bullock Creek Hatchery Springs.
Upgrade brought forward
Upgrade brought forward
Queenstown Lakes District Council intends to begin work on a $6.3 million upgrade of Luggate’s drinking water scheme three years earlier than expected.
Art gallery acquisition a lifelong dream
Art gallery acquisition a lifelong dream
Gallery 33 has a new owner who also happens to be the woman behind Wānaka’s Stirling Sports.
New preschool off to a strong start
New preschool off to a strong start
Wānaka’s newest preschool opened its doors at the beginning of this week with a growing number of enrolments.
Podcast to inform potential migrants
Podcast to inform potential migrants
Wānaka's Brazilian community is preparing potential immigrants back home for what awaits them when they get to New Zealand.
Wanaka ‘gem’ to host World Wetland Day
Wanaka ‘gem’ to host World Wetland Day
World Wetland Day is right around the corner and this year’s celebration will take place at Wānaka’s Bullock Creek Hatchery Springs.
Anglers following the rules
Anglers following the rules
Anglers across the region have been exceptional in complying with fishing regulations this summer, Otago Fish & Game (OFG) says.
Council to start upgrade to Luggate water scheme
Council to start upgrade to Luggate water scheme
Queenstown Lakes District Council intends to begin work on an upgrade of Luggate’s drinking water scheme this year, three years earlier than expected.
Connection to water explored
Connection to water explored
Wānaka woman Sammy Burke’s latest creative project, Hydra, was two years in the making.
Bowling tournament ‘highlight of our year’
Bowling tournament ‘highlight of our year’
Wānaka’s annual men’s classic bowling tournament was a big success last week.
Happy paddlers take on Clutha Classic
Happy paddlers take on Clutha Classic
Multisporters preparing for next month’s Coast to Coast got a chance to test their paddling form last Sunday during the 50km Clutha Classic kayak race, while other athletes just enjoyed a big day...
Consent sought for 278-lot Wānaka subdivision
Consent sought for 278-lot Wānaka subdivision
A proposal to develop almost 300 residential sites in Wānaka has been accounted for in the town’s infrastructure, the deputy mayor says.
Upgrades brought forward
Upgrades brought forward
Upgrades to Luggate’s drinking water scheme will be in place by the end of this year.
Obituary: guide flourished in the outdoors
Obituary: guide flourished in the outdoors
Albert Town’s Josephine Frances Haines travelled the world by every means possible, packing hundreds of outdoor adventures into her memorable life as an alpine guide and adventurer.
Another World Cup win for Wānaka freeskier
Another World Cup win for Wānaka freeskier
Wānaka freeskier Luca Harrington has backed up his maiden World Cup victory with a second win a week later.
Nine injured in crash near Luggate
Nine injured in crash near Luggate
Nine people have been treated for injuries after a multi-vehicle crash near Luggate.
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Church working to inform potential migrants
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Church working to inform potential migrants
Wanaka's Brazilian community is preparing potential immigrants back home for what awaits them when they get to New Zealand.
Celebrations a hit with locals, tourists
Celebrations a hit with locals, tourists
Excellent weather, breathtaking views and thrilling music events — just a few reasons Wānaka was the place to be over the summer holidays.
Youth brawl at park; inquiries continue
Youth brawl at park; inquiries continue
Local police, Hato Hone St John, security and Red Frogs were vital in keeping young people safe during the busy New Year’s celebrations.