QLDC picks ‘compromise’ solution for wastewater disposal
The direct discharge of wastewater from Queenstown’s Shotover treatment plant into the Kawarau River has been chosen as a ‘‘compromise’’ solution.
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Sir Rod Drury named New Zealander of the Year
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Sir Rod Drury named New Zealander of the Year
Sir Rod Drury’s legacy will be one of ‘‘vision and generosity — proving that success and service can grow together’’.
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‘Bloody relieved’ council house sale money to go to reserve fund
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‘Bloody relieved’ council house sale money to go to reserve fund
A Lake Hayes resident says she’s ‘‘bloody relieved’’ by the Queenstown Lakes District Council’s change of heart over the proceeds of the sale of an Arrowtown property.
Queenstown lakefront food stalls banned
Queenstown lakefront food stalls banned
Food stalls will be banned from the Queenstown lakefront after a council vote on measures dealing with health concerns, litter and traders blocking footpaths.
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Lack of funding stalls Central Otago bus plan
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Lack of funding stalls Central Otago bus plan
A proposal to operate public transport between towns in Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago is on the table but little public money is available to get the wheels turning.
Draft plan lays out 11.6% rates rise
Draft plan lays out 11.6% rates rise
An 11.6% average rates rise has been proposed for the Queenstown Lakes District.
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Screen hub receives fast-track panel tick
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Screen hub receives fast-track panel tick
A controversial screen hub proposed to be located on some of New Zealand’s most valuable land has got the tick from a fast-track panel despite intense opposition from neighbours.
‘I can’t afford’ to rent: single mum
‘I can’t afford’ to rent: single mum
An Arrowtown single mum says she is being forced out of the historic village due to exorbitant rents and substandard accommodation.
Arrowtown assault highlights drunken violence in resort
Arrowtown assault highlights drunken violence in resort
It was a "rush of blood" moment when Braden Jane knocked a 19-year-old unconscious outside an Arrowtown bar.
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Rental car agency’s practices criticised
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Rental car agency’s practices criticised
A Queenstown resident is querying the practices of a new local rental car agency, autoUnion Car Rental, and fears unknowing visitors are being taken advantage of.
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New operator puts luxury hotel back on track
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New operator puts luxury hotel back on track
A stalled Queenstown hotel development is about to kick back into gear, under a new operator.
Rare Kelvin Heights gem for sale
Rare Kelvin Heights gem for sale
It's arguably the most charming property in Queenstown’s Kelvin Heights.
Still bowling them over at 76
Still bowling them over at 76
Queenstown fast bowler John Cushen notched up two top-10 bowling stats at the recent over-70s Cricket World Cup held in Christchurch.
Women’s rugby’s coaching boost
Women’s rugby’s coaching boost
The newly-appointed Wakatipu Wahine rugby coach is aiming to take the women’s team to the next level.
Surf’s up at Shotover Primary
Surf’s up at Shotover Primary
Queenstown's Shotover Primary beat off even high school competition to be crowned Southland Scholastics surfing champion school last weekend.
Ayrburn’s wellness plan
Ayrburn’s wellness plan
A ‘wellness and amenity building’ is in the works for Arrowtown’s Ayrburn hospitality precinct.
Eyeing further hotel fit-outs
Eyeing further hotel fit-outs
Experienced project director Lee Summer is running Queens-town’s first dedicated hotel/hospo fit-out consultancy.
‘I’ll always be Plunket’
‘I’ll always be Plunket’
Sir Keith Holyoake was Prime Minister and decimal currency was still a year away when Queenstowner Ella Wilson, then a brand-new mum, became a Plunket committee member in Lower Hutt in 1966.
Shining a light on scheelite
Shining a light on scheelite
Longtime Glenorchy resident and photographer Paul Hansen is the brains behind a new information panel about the area’s scheelite history.
Queenstown’s newest Lion king
Queenstown’s newest Lion king
He's officially entered the Lion’s Den.