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Four councils look to take plunge, join forces
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Four councils look to take plunge, join forces
Four southern councils are believed to be coming close to working together around water operations, while another is also interested.
Plants ‘a huge public nuisance’
Plants ‘a huge public nuisance’
A resident in Queenstown’s Lake Hayes Estate is warning two pest plants - barley grass, which is especially nasty for dogs, and hemlock - are running rife.
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Tokomairiro history stitched in antique quilt
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Tokomairiro history stitched in antique quilt
Milton's Tokomairiro High School has a new taonga with the discovery of an antique quilt.
Riders bring anti-violence message
Riders bring anti-violence message
Ahead of White Ribbon Day this week a group of motorbike riders rode into town in aid of the cause.
‘Mr Caltex’ fondly remembered
‘Mr Caltex’ fondly remembered
Well known for running Queenstown’s Caltex service station for 27 years, Richard Lee, who died last month, aged 68, is being hailed for his generosity, passion for flying and love for his family.
Community collaborates for conservation
Community collaborates for conservation
A group of local businesses, initiatives and volunteers have joined forces to help reach Wānaka’s goal of being predator free by 2050.
Serious crash near Waihola
Serious crash near Waihola
Emergency services have been called to a serious crash near Waihola.
Warm farewell as longtime gardener retires
Warm farewell as longtime gardener retires
One of the Upper Clutha’s gardening gurus, Diana Manson, retires next month from her role in the Queenstown Lakes District Council’s parks and recreational team.
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Beach Rd decision deferred
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Beach Rd decision deferred
Future options for Oamaru’s Beach Rd will go to the public after the Waitaki District Council this week stopped short of making an immediate call to close it permanently.
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First residents move into trust's affordable housing
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First residents move into trust's affordable housing
The first residents of a new affordable housing development, in one of the most expensive places to buy property in New Zealand, moved in this week.
Summer on the way, says Niwa
Summer on the way, says Niwa
Summer officially starts on Sunday, and while some might think the weather to match it has not yet arrived, Niwa is making assurances that it is indeed on the way.
‘We have to get stuff built’
‘We have to get stuff built’
The PM claims the controversial Fast-track Approvals Bill is well suited to Queenstown "because in fast-growing regions of the country, and this is one of the fastest, we have to get stuff built".
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Cherry pickers already busy
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Cherry pickers already busy
The cherry season is fast approaching with the most anticipated varieties right around the corner for people to pick and enjoy in orchards across Cromwell.
High rivers prompt safety warning after rescue
High rivers prompt safety warning after rescue
A multi-agency search and rescue was launched about 8.30pm last Friday on the Clutha River, after a recreational jetboat with five people on board got into trouble during high river conditions.
‘With the right people anything is possible’
‘With the right people anything is possible’
Competitive skier Bailley Unahi has pushed the envelope again, venturing up Mt Iron in a wheelchair with the help of four mates and a DIY human-pulley system.
Wānaka on ‘to-do list’ for nationwide businesses
Wānaka on ‘to-do list’ for nationwide businesses
Retailers are defying reports of economic gloom and are queuing up to build at Three Parks in Wānaka, Willowridge developer Allan Dippie says.
Disc golf gliding into Kurow
Disc golf gliding into Kurow
Two years ago a disc golf course in Kurow was merely an idea Edie Pont had.
Artists urged to apply for grants
Artists urged to apply for grants
The Upper Clutha Arts Council is urging more artists — especially juniors — to apply for annual financial assistance scholarships to attend next year’s Autumn Arts School in Wanaka.
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Concern over tree felling at cemetery
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Concern over tree felling at cemetery
Tree felling at Naseby Cemetery has been described as desecrating and disgusting, making the cemetery resemble a battlefield.