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Friday 05th October, 2018
Queenstown's youngsters have an extra attraction for the school holidays...
The resort now boasts a newly upgraded playground at Queenstown Bay.
Work on the playground began in June and was officially opened by Queenstown Lakes Mayor Jim Boult this afternoon.
The playground cost almost a million dollars, and as soon as the construction fences were lowered a hoarde of kids came in.
It was initially announced last August and included a one hundred thousand dollar grant from the Central Lakes Trust.
Thursday 04th October, 2018
Images and audio from the history of the head of Lake Wakatipu are set come together in a heritage event this weekend.
Vintage Viewing will showcase historic films and photos of the region in a special screening at Frankton's Saint Margaret's Church hall.
Tuesday 02nd October, 2018
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A slippery slope, or mercy for those in unbearable pain?
That question was at the heart of an at times heated debate among political heavyweights over the End of Life Choice Bill in Queenstown last night.
Sir Bill English and his wife, Doctor Mary English, argued for the opposing side, while Act MP David Seymour and Otago Regional Councillor Michael Laws argued in favour.
Here are some of the highlights of what they had to say.
Tuesday 02nd October, 2018
Queenstown Airport has put its expansion plans on hold after a thunderous response from the community.
The airport announced earlier this year the need to expand its noise boundaries to allow for growth, doubling of the number of flights over the next three decades.
But the outcry from Queenstown has been as loud as a jet engine, as it struggles to cope with growth from a tourism and population boom.
Monday 01st October, 2018
A tribute to Disney's film The Lion King scooped first place at the annual Stars on Ice fundraiser in Queenstown on over the weekend.
The ice-skating duo of George Muggleton and Caragh Early wowed the judges with a graceful performance - all while dressed up as characters from the famous movie.
Monday 01st October, 2018
Farmers and their canine companions made a mad dash down slippery slopes in the annual dog derby in Queenstown over the weekend.
Organisers say the event is integral to Coronet Peak, and are determined to keep it going, despite a rival derby taking its place at the recent Winter Festival.
Monday 01st October, 2018
The first ten owners of more than two hundred new affordable homes to be built in Wanaka are expected to move in before Christmas.
Housing Minister Phil Twyford was in Wanaka yesterday to announce plans for Kiwibuild homes to be built within the Northlake subdivision over the next two years.
Friday 28th September, 2018
Staff at a fish and chip restaurant chain are reeling with excitement after bagging two national hospitality awards.
Erik's Fish and Chips in Queenstown has been recognised for its marketing strategy and popularity with takeaway lovers throughout the region.
Thursday 27th September, 2018
A stroke survivor's showing his steely determination to stay active by running the Queenstown International Marathon ten K for charity.
Queenstowner Michael Wright suffered a serious brain bleed and stroke nearly four years ago, leading to him needing two months of rehabilitation and recuperation treatment.
Wednesday 26th September, 2018
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Airbnb has shown support for a bed tax to help solve Queenstown's growth problems.
But its rejected proposed restrictions on residential visitor accommodation in the district, which would reduce the number of days allowed per year for short-term rentals.