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QueenstownNovember 8

Final assembly pleasure to attend

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Wakatipu High School Board of Trustees head of communications Greg Turner says, as the school is preparing to bid farewell to its senior pupils, it is also looking to the future and the resources required to ensure Queenstown secondary school pupils have access to the technology necessary in a modern age.
Final assembly pleasure to attend
Final assembly pleasure to attend
QueenstownNovember 1

Recycling decision the right one

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Queenstown Lakes Mayor Vanessa van Uden examines the controversial decision to award the Wanaka recycling contract to Smart Environmental Ltd - a decision she says was the right one.
Recycling decision the right one
Recycling decision the right one
QueenstownOctober 25

Summer tourism indicators mixed

It's been a stormy 10 months so far. In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Destination Queenstown chief executive Tony Everitt says the forecast for summer is for the rain to ease and the sun to appear, but that tourism operators should keep their umbrellas handy, just in case.
Summer tourism indicators mixed
Summer tourism indicators mixed
QueenstownOctober 18

Social media helps police stay connected

Queenstown Police senior intelligence analyst Senior Constable Sean Drader encourages people in the community to become a "fan" of the police and help widen the net when it comes to solving crimes and apprehending offenders.
Social media helps police stay connected
Social media helps police stay connected
QueenstownOctober 11

Coping with record airport passenger numbers

Queenstown Airport terminal operation manager Aideen Tinney reveals how multi-agency co-operation managed passenger congestion and helped ensure passengers enjoyed their experience during the busiest month the airport has ever handled.
QueenstownOctober 4

We're a world-class resort; let's build on that success

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, New Zealand Hotel Council Queenstown chairwoman Penny Clark says a conference centre in Queenstown could be one way of diversifying the tourism market - not just for Queenstown, but the whole of the South Island.
We're a world-class resort; let's build on that success
We're a world-class resort; let's build on that success
QueenstownSeptember 29

Survey highlights what you think

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Queenstown Lakes Mayor Vanessa van Uden discusses the results of an online survey discussing the "big issues" in our community.
Survey highlights what you think
Survey highlights what you think
QueenstownSeptember 20

More momentous issue looming

Queenstown Chamber of Commerce CEO Ann Lockhart considers the Rugby World Cup 2011 has provided an incredible opportunity for the community and the country to join together with a single focus. But, she says, once the tournament is over there are more serious topics on the horizon.
More momentous issue looming
More momentous issue looming
QueenstownSeptember 13

Wakatipu echo: Quality footage key

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, senior intelligence analyst Senior Constable Sean Drader, of Queenstown police, says there is value in good CCTV footage and gives tips on how to capture the best shots of alleged offenders.
QueenstownAugust 30

New school brings new potential

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Wakatipu High School board of trustees head of communications Greg Turner shares his thoughts on the education issue and imagines what could result when a new high school is finally built in Frankton.
New school brings new potential
New school brings new potential
QueenstownAugust 25

Have your say on our future

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Queenstown Lakes Mayor Vanessa van Uden is encouraging you to become involved in the future of the community by providing input on the Queenstown Lakes District Council's 10-year plan, which will be adopted next year.
Have your say on our future
Have your say on our future
QueenstownAugust 16

Disasters no match for resilience

As we entered this decade, 2011 looked to be the year of opportunity for Queenstown, with major events Trenz, Winter Games NZ and the Rugby World Cup all lined up to deliver visitors, media and promotion on an unprecedented global scale.
Disasters no match for resilience
Disasters no match for resilience
QueenstownAugust 2

A proud history of general aviation

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Wakatipu Aero Club president Peter Daniell hails the vibrancy of general aviation at Queenstown Airport and its importance to the local economy.
A proud history of general aviation
A proud history of general aviation
QueenstownJuly 26

Let's get smart for our future

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, New Zealand Hotel Council Queenstown chairwoman Penny Clark urges Queenstown residents not to miss out on our own opportunities and experience what it is that makes this resort so special.
Let's get smart for our future
Let's get smart for our future
QueenstownJuly 19

Being prepared for snow

Living in an alpine environment is not to be taken for granted and we should all be prepared for the worst winter can throw at us, Queenstown Lakes Mayor Vanessa van Uden says.
Being prepared for snow
Being prepared for snow
QueenstownJune 21

Ensuring all the bits of the picture fit together

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Lakes Leisure Limited communications manager Rachelle Greene looks at the issues involved in balancing community needs with revenue generation and the need for effective communication.
QueenstownJune 14

Limited options for pupils at risk

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Wakatipu High School board of trustees head of communications Greg Turner examines Alternative Education (Alt Ed), the cost of its provision - and the cost if it is not provided.
Limited options for pupils at risk
Limited options for pupils at risk
QueenstownJune 7

Gritting issue consultation worthwhile

Winter gritting was one of the hot topics for submitters during this year's Queenstown Lakes District Council draft annual plan hearings, with 280 submissions received on the subject. In this week's Wakatipu Echo, mayor Vanessa van Uden explains where the council will go from here with that issue.
Gritting issue consultation worthwhile
Gritting issue consultation worthwhile
QueenstownMay 31

Region seizing its opportunities

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Destination Queenstown chief executive Tony Everitt looks back at Trenz - and looks ahead to its most recent announcement - Australia and New Zealand's largest education and student travel trade show, the Australia New Zealand Agent Workshop (Anza), to be held in Queenstown next year.
Region seizing its opportunities
Region seizing its opportunities
QueenstownMay 24

Become an online friend of police

Senior Constable Sean Drader, the senior intelligence analyst with Queenstown Police, gives the Queenstown Times an update on new tools to combat crime.
QueenstownMay 10

Resort gears up for Trenz event

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, New Zealand Hotel Council Queenstown regional chairwoman Penny Clark, of Goldridge Resort, puts the spotlight on one of Queenstown's biggest marketing opportunities to date - Trenz.
Resort gears up for Trenz event
Resort gears up for Trenz event
QueenstownMay 3

Get involved in the conversation

In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Queenstown Lakes Mayor Vanessa van Uden encourages the community to contribute to discussions about the district's future through the Shaping Our Future forums, beginning this month with Economic Future and Events forums.
Get involved in the conversation
Get involved in the conversation
QueenstownApril 26

Mandate to promote business

Queenstown's economic powerhouse is concerned public services will be compromised if the Queenstown Lakes District Council swings its debt-cutting axe too heavily. Chief executive Ann Lockhart also outlines the busy year of business development ahead for the Queenstown Chamber of Commerce, including an address by Prime Minister John Key, in this week's Wakatipu Echo.
QueenstownApril 19

Family violence does occur here

Queenstown police attend about 150 family violence incidents a year. Sadly, that number is not an accurate reflection of what occurs behind closed doors in our town, with family violence co-ordinator Sergeant Keith Newell estimating reported incidents represent about 10% of the total. In this week's Wakatipu Echo, Sgt Newell gives a police perspective on domestic and family violence in our community.
QueenstownApril 12

All systems are go at the airport

There is never a dull moment at Queenstown Airport, as chief executive Steve Sanderson explains in this week's Wakatipu Echo - with an incredible amount achieved in the past 12 months and even more to do in the next.
All systems are go at the airport
All systems are go at the airport