Queenstown

Empty wing ‘heartbreaking’

The former Lake Wakatipu Care Centre. PHOTO: OLIVIA JUDD

Empty wing ‘heartbreaking’

Wakatipu Care Trust’s Michael White, who’s leading the charge for a local hospice and respite/palliative care centre, says it’s "heartbreaking" the former 36-room Lake Wakatipu Care Centre remains...

Waitangi commemorations

Queenstown from above. Photo: Getty Images

Waitangi commemorations

Queenstown's hosting the South’s official Waitangi Day commemorations next Thursday.

‘Challenging’ arterial bypass road open to traffic

Making the first motorised trip along Queenstown’s new arterial road yesterday is Queenstown...

‘Challenging’ arterial bypass road open to traffic

More than three years after the first sod was turned, traffic is flowing on the first stage of Queenstown's long-awaited arterial bypass road.

Congestion charge considered for Queenstown tourists

Queenstown's mayor has been talking to the government about the option of a congestion charge on tourists driving around town.

Hud’s huge Queenstown gallops

Hud’s huge Queenstown gallops

Since shifting to Queenstown in 1969, Hudson Turnbull has lived a very varied life, including serving two terms on council where he left a mark.

Gallery shares artist’s joy

Venice Biennale NZ representative Fiona Pardington’s 2015 photograph, Kea Wings. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Gallery shares artist’s joy

Esteemed Kiwi artist Fiona Pardington’s excitement at being selected to represent New Zealand at the prestigious Venice Biennale, in Italy, is being shared by a Queenstown gallery.

Wise future for Queenstown food waste

Michael Sly at his new Gorge Rd compost site. PHOTO: OLIVIA JUDD

Wise future for Queenstown food waste

Michael Sly’s turning our visitors’ waste into the community’s gain.

Saddle up for ‘on yer bike’ month

Pictured at Queenstown Airport are, from left, Mark ‘Willy’ Williams, Amanda Robinson, and...

Saddle up for ‘on yer bike’ month

Expect to see many more bikers than usual on Whakatipu roads and trails next month as part of the nationwide Aotearoa Bike Challenge (ABC).

Combining artistic talents

Pictured among artworks inspiring their music are ‘Canvas to Composition’ musos, from left, Teegs...

Combining artistic talents

A unique collaboration, curated by one of Queenstown’s cultural doyennes, will provide a treat for eyes and ears tonight.

Jam-packed sister city exchange

Aspen Exchange Wakatipu High students on Aspen Mountain with the resort’s mayor, councillors and...

Jam-packed sister city exchange

Queenstown's 30-years-plus sister city relationship with Aspen in the United States was highlighted this month with a visit by 12 Wakatipu High students.

Capturing the essence of Arrowtown

This photo, entitled A Couple of Ducks, taken by Queenstown’s Rico Stevens won the 2023 overall...

Capturing the essence of Arrowtown

It's time to get snapping.

Bruce the cat is brave at heart

Bruce the cat, who’s been on a three years-plus walkabout. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Bruce the cat is brave at heart

He may well go down in hiss-tory.

Bringing Arrowtown’s history to life

Local Nick Fifield’s just launched his new venture, Arrowtown Audio Tours. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Bringing Arrowtown’s history to life

A new string to Arrowtown’s tourism bow has been a labour of love for its creator.

Long-staying operators retiring

Ian and Jude Paterson exit the accommodation business, which they originally entered 40 years ago...

Long-staying operators retiring

In an innings that would be hard to beat, Queenstown couple Jude and Ian Paterson retire tomorrow after 32 years as local accommodation operators.

Queenstown’s ‘corner of Provence’

Queenstown’s ‘corner of Provence’

Two renowned French names have joined forces in Queenstown.

Deck tripled in clubhouse refurb

The Queenstown Golf Club clubhouse’s enlarged deck is a major feature of its makeover. PHOTO:...

Deck tripled in clubhouse refurb

Ahead of Queenstown Golf Club celebrating the 50th anniversary of its scenic Kelvin Heights course in April, its clubhouse has undergone a $1million refurb.

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