A Queenstown driver was recently stopped after being caught speeding at 179km per hour in a 100km per hour zone.

The man will appear in the Queenstown District Court on Monday July 24th charged with driving at a dangerous speed.

Police say there there were more than 34 reported crashes across Southland and Otago over the weekend due to icy conditions.

Cold temperatures are expected again tonight, and Police are asking motorists to be mindful on the roads and not drive unless it is absolutely necessary.