Not a dog's show this year
Not a dog's show this year
For the first time in the 80-year history of the Wanaka A&P Show, dogs will not be allowed into the show grounds.
Tim Miller
Legal action possible over access
Legal action possible over Hunter Valley access
Legal action could be taken in an effort to overturn the decision to allow US television presenter Matt Lauer to buy Hunter Valley Station.
Conditions of access questioned
Conditions of access questioned
Another group has come out against the public access provisions set during the sale of Hunter Valley Station to American television show host Matt Lauer.
Lawton keen to keep contributing
Lawton keen to keep contributing
Despite battling cancer, Otago Regional Councillor Maggie Lawton is determined to make sure the concerns of her constituents are still heard at the council.
Vintage aircraft spread their wings
Vintage aircraft spread their wings
There is a chance, if you look to the skies over Southland and Otago in the next week, you might be able to catch a glimpse of aviation history.
Pool project in full swing
Pool project in full swing
It is full steam ahead at the new swimming pool facility in Wanaka.
Scenic riches going to the rich
Scenic riches going to rich
Thousands of tourists flock to Wanaka and surrounds each year to experience breath-taking scenery, land on which wealthy foreigners and New Zealanders are happy to hand over millions of dollars. Tim Miller looks at the impact of such sales.
Lack of action angers locals
Lack of action angers locals
Frustrated Dublin Bay residents say there is a lack of action against freedom campers in the reserve where a fire broke out last week.
US news anchor buyer of station
US news anchor buyer of station
American television presenter Matt Lauer has been revealed as the mystery man behind the purchase of Hunter Valley Station beside Lake Hawea.
US TV host named as Hunter Valley Station buyer
US TV host named as Hunter Valley Station buyer
A wealthy American who bought the largest lake front property in New Zealand, has been revealed as broadcaster Matt Lauer.
Hunter Valley access still of concern
Hunter Valley access still of concern
Issues over access to parts of Hunter Valley Station on the shores of Lake Hawea look set to continue despite the station's lease changing hands.
Road widening plans delayed
Road widening plans delayed
Plans to widen and improve Mt Aspiring Rd between Wanaka and Glendhu Bay have been delayed so more money can be found to fund the project.
Cooper returns in fine style
Cooper returns in fine style
After almost a year away from the sport, Anton Cooper showed why he is New Zealand’s best cross-country mountain biker by winning the men’s title at the national championships at the Cardrona ski...
Wanaka 'best spot'
Wanaka best spot: travel app developer
The co-founder of a new travel application says Wanaka was the perfect place to help get the technology up and running.
1080 drop goes ahead amid protest
30,000ha 1080 drop goes ahead amid protest
Protesters and tourists watched as the Department of Conservation went ahead with its aerial 1080 pest-control programme near Makarora yesterday.
Unregistered short-term rentals targeted
Unregistered short-term rentals targeted
Property owners who have not registered their short-term holiday accommodation can expect a follow-up from the Queenstown Lakes District Council and a possible fine.
OIO approves sale of station
OIO approves sale of station
Mystery surrounds the American buyer of a high country station beside Lake Hawea.
Rental car hits side of caravan
Rental car hits side of caravan
No-one was seriously injured after a rental car crashed into the side of a caravan being towed near the Red Bridge in Luggate yesterday.
Thousands help athletes get to finish
Thousands help athletes get to finish
While the athletes were the stars of the show at Challenge Wanaka on Saturday, there were thousands of others who helped them cross the finish line.
Allan suffers for his record victory
Allan suffers for his record victory
Not only did Otago multisport athlete Dougal Allan defend his Challenge Wanaka title on Saturday, but he did it in record time.