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Queenstown glam raises $150,000 for Rees Valley takahē project

Can the valley be made safe enough for one of NZ's rarest birds?

Oct 01,2024

History in the making on the Bannockburn stage

Something old, something new

Sep 26,2024

Cheat sheets help Southern Lakes businesses beat waste

On a mission to build food resilience in our isolated communities

Wānaka Show gives back with new rural grants

First trees planted in major reforestation project at Slope Hill

Queenstown glam raises $150,000 for Rees Valley takahē project

by Kim Bowden - Oct 01,2024

Cheat sheets help Southern Lakes businesses beat waste

Sep 27,2024

History in the making on the Bannockburn stage

by At the World's Edge - Sep 26,2024

On a mission to build food resilience in our isolated communities

by Wao Summit - Sep 02,2024

Wānaka Show gives back with new rural grants

Aug 27,2024

First trees planted in major reforestation project at Slope Hill

Aug 27,2024

Wānaka principal steps down after decade in job

by Kim Bowden - Aug 21,2024

Merino Muster entries open, including a new teams category

Aug 11,2024

Author Emily Perkins in conversation with Queenstown journalist

Aug 09,2024

Volunteer named operations manager for Whakatipu Reforestation Trust

Aug 07,2024

Wao launches 'Better Together' 2024 summit

by Wao Aotearoa - Jul 31,2024

'Unlikely novelist' Dominic Hoey to teach Queenstown writers

by Queenstown Writers Festival - Jul 30,2024

Cromwell counting down to Light Up Winter

by Tanya Dennis - Cromwell Promotions - Jul 24,2024

QLDC offering free pool and gym passes to not-for-profits

by Kim Bowden - Jul 24,2024

MINT makes winter ball accessible for all

by Kim Bowden - Jul 09,2024

MAC Radio goes live to the community

Jul 02,2024

Volunteers remove 1000kg of rubbish from river near Wānaka

by Lauren Pattemore - Jun 26,2024

Queenstown school kids' art super-sized on bus

by Lauren Pattemore - Jun 14,2024

Mountaineering legend Simone Moro coming for film festival

Jun 05,2024

Queenstown's eco-friendly bin cleaning experts

Jun 04,2024

LUMAbility lets everyone enjoy 'brilliant' event

May 29,2024

Arrowtown needs volunteers, performers for Matariki event

May 23,2024

Wao Film Festival expands to Queenstown

May 18,2024

LUMA calling out for more volunteers

by Lauren Pattemore - May 15,2024

Workshops aiming to build resilience into Queenstown Lakes fragile food system

May 14,2024

Tradies en masse offer up skills to Queenstown charities

by Lauren Pattemore - May 10,2024

Jobs needed for Queenstown student army on teacher only day

by Lauren Pattemore - May 03,2024

Paying for Queenstown trails: Biking businesses asked to donate

by Kim Bowden - Apr 30,2024

Wao Film Festival programme released

Apr 23,2024

Join Mitre 10 and St John for a BBQ for good

by Mitre 10 Mega Queenstown - Apr 19,2024

Canyon Brewing Present: Fresh Hop Showcase 2024

by Canyon Brewing - Apr 18,2024

Council calls for young artists for road safety campaign

Apr 17,2024

Cromwell audiologist on tuning out tinnitus

by Melanie Mackenzie - Apr 12,2024

Queenstown Art Society offering free life drawing classes

Apr 11,2024

Organisers stoked with success of 'crazy' festival debut

Apr 05,2024

$5 'taster' classes to celebrate Queenstown studio's birthday

Apr 02,2024

Queenstown tourism workers get hands dirty for green cause

Mar 26,2024

$1,000 grants available for local non-profits

Mar 22,2024

Queenstown 'cookie chaos' event invites homemakers to decorate and donate

by Lauren Pattemore - Mar 19,2024

Wānaka barista makes national champs using 'art and science'

by Lauren Pattemore - Mar 16,2024

Slow is the go for Queenstown Lakes fashion shows

by Lauren Pattemore - Mar 13,2024

Luggate puts BYO twist on long lunch

Mar 12,2024

LUMA tickets on sale

Mar 04,2024

New Wānaka event pairs adventure sports with festival vibe

Mar 01,2024

Free workshops aim to help people run greener events

Feb 29,2024

'Library of things' coming to Queenstown Lakes

by Kim Bowden - Feb 29,2024

Debbie visits: Free Rein Therapies by Amy

by Kim Bowden - Feb 29,2024

Work begins on Snow Farm base build

by Kim Bowden - Feb 26,2024

Trapping work to continue with $223,000 funding injection

by Kim Bowden - Feb 20,2024

Queenstown 'Green Drinks' to head outdoors

by Kim Bowden - Feb 19,2024

Remarkable Theatre brings 'Sitcoms' to Queenstown Gardens

by Lauren Pattemore - Feb 13,2024

Community board continues 'share with us' sessions

by Lauren Pattemore - Feb 13,2024

Organisers reveal 2024 mountain film and book festival details

Jan 23,2024

Topp Twins to lead lineup at Wānaka A&P Show

Jan 19,2024

Debbie visits - Bavarian

by Debbie Knowles - Jan 11,2024

New adult horse riding group for Wānaka

by Lauren Pattemore - Jan 08,2024

Eight southern mates to tee off for a great cause

by Kim Bowden - Dec 20,2023

Wānaka launches its own Monopoly game

by Kim Bowden - Dec 19,2023

Cromwell puckers up for cherry-spitting champs

Dec 15,2023

Debbie visits: The Grain Lab

by Debbie Knowles - Dec 08,2023

Last chance to visit Hāwea's Christmas wonderland

Dec 08,2023

New Queenstown 'Women's Shed' receives funding boost

Dec 04,2023

Last chance for Wao transport survey

by Wao - Nov 29,2023

Student advocacy leads to improved accessibility at MAC

by MAC media release - Nov 28,2023

Wānaka's kickboxing sisters head to Portugal World Champs

by Kim Bowden - Nov 15,2023

Wānaka's luge trailblazer gears up for world champs

Nov 08,2023

Book celebrates kai and connection in Queenstown Lakes

Nov 08,2023

Queenstown Lakes beats Auckland to second spot on country's most creative places list

Nov 06,2023

Community ideas invited for Wānaka's Lismore Park and Peninsula Bay Reserve

by QLDC media release - Nov 02,2023

Wao invites people behind the scenes in eco-inspired Glenorchy

Oct 30,2023

Lake Hayes A&P show adopts zero-waste target

Oct 30,2023

Queenstown to light up for Diwali festival celebrations

Oct 27,2023

'Skip Netflix' to be inspired by Wao's climate change talks

Oct 25,2023

Countdown to Queenstown Marathon is on

Oct 24,2023

MAC celebrates students committed to Arts, Service and te ao Māori

Oct 20,2023

Wao Summit deals to 'one of most pressing issues of our time'

Oct 17,2023

E-bike fest ready to ride into Arrowtown for Labour Weekend

Oct 13,2023

Debbie visits: Cromwell audiologist Melanie Mackenzie

by Debbie Knowles - Oct 12,2023

ORC to bring conservation conversation to Wānaka

Oct 10,2023

Debbie visits: Erik's Fish and Chips

by Debbie Knowles - Oct 06,2023

Award-winning composer to head up At the World’s Edge Festival

Oct 05,2023

Ripe returns to Wānaka with Black Seeds to headline

Oct 02,2023

Rodger Fox and King Kapisi bring jazz and rap jam to Queenstown

Oct 02,2023

Photos wanted for new Cromwell Bike Park toilets

by Kim Bowden - Sep 29,2023

Debbie visits: Hustl

by Debbie Knowles - Sep 29,2023

'Have-a-go' day planned for Wānaka's finished Mitre 10 conversion

by Kim Bowden - Sep 20,2023

E-bike festival Cyclorama to roll into Arrowtown for second year

by Kim Bowden - Sep 19,2023

Debbie visits: Chenin Madden

by Debbie Knowles - Sep 15,2023

Queenstown Writers Festival back with in-between year treat

Sep 14,2023

Queenstown pupils to virtually explore Sir Ed’s Antarctic hut

Sep 13,2023

MAC’s $33.5m redevelopment officially opens

by Lauren Pattemore - Sep 13,2023

Debbie visits: Crêpe&Snow

by Debbie Knowles - Sep 08,2023

Tech alert for wildfire risk to be trailed in Queenstown Lakes

by QLDC media - Sep 08,2023

Wānaka's Biketober gets ready to roll

by Biketober crew - Sep 08,2023

Arrowtown - is this NZ's most beautiful small town?

by Kim Bowden - Sep 06,2023

Patagonia's Hazelnut Cremino crowned country's best ice cream

Sep 01,2023

Community kai: talking all things food at Wānaka Library

Aug 25,2023

MAC students shine at regional science fair

Aug 23,2023

Seniors treated to surprise care packages

by QLDC media release - Aug 21,2023

QLDC calls for input on Glenorchy airstrip's future

by QLDC media release - Aug 18,2023

5 days, 5 ways: Challenge set for Southern Lakes

Aug 17,2023

Making a safe home for endangered kākāriki in Fiordland

Aug 10,2023

New website 'go-to' for all things creative

Aug 08,2023

WAI Wānaka seeks new chair

Aug 07,2023

Food for Love expands with two new team members

Aug 07,2023

TSS Earnslaw: It's just a drill!

by Kim Bowden - Aug 03,2023

Cromwell ready to light up winter this weekend

by Kim Bowden - Aug 02,2023

Progress continues on Wānaka roading projects

by Wānaka-Upper Clutha Community Board media release - Jul 31,2023

Pasta Cafe set to serve good food and winter warmth again

by Kim Bowden - Jul 28,2023

Lake Hāwea environmental groups join forces for greatest impact

by media release - Jul 26,2023

Cromwell raises $30,000 to fight healthcare's postcode inequity

by Kim Bowden - Jul 25,2023

History tiles back in Wānaka from next week

by By QLDC media release - Jul 20,2023

QLDC gives half a million dollars to local events organisers

by QLDC media release - Jul 19,2023

Leading the way with youth mental health first aiders

Jul 19,2023

Carol's Cardrona food truck honours local character

Jul 18,2023

Free dance, art classes for Queenstown's Te Atamira

Jul 17,2023

Wānaka's 'Round Ruby' row draws colourful crowd

by Kim Bowden - Jul 17,2023

Scottish rockers Simple Minds to headline Gibbston concert

by Kim Bowden - Jul 17,2023

Keen climber investigates indoor wall for Cromwell

Jul 13,2023

Matariki celebrations around Queenstown Lakes

by Lauren Pattemore - Jul 13,2023

Entries open for best in business awards

Jul 13,2023

Waka Kotahi issue Otago snowfall warnings

by Lauren Pattemore - Jul 12,2023

School Holidays - Snow approaching from the South

Jun 30,2023

Eden Hore collection gifted with three new garments

by Central Otago District Council media release - Jun 29,2023

Queenstown scoops multiple awards at 2023 Hospitality Awards For Excellence

Jun 29,2023

QLDC pleased about new Unique Emissions Factor

by Queenstown Lakes District Council media release - Jun 29,2023

Local students excel in Northern Hemisphere snow sports season

Jun 28,2023

Amended Roading Bylaw in place

by Central Otago District Council media release - Jun 28,2023

Local church flips the script with celebration of doubt

Jun 27,2023

Tramping river safety advice endorsed by coroner after drownings

Jun 27,2023

Join the community conversation on arts, culture and heritage

by Queenstown Lakes District Council media release - Jun 27,2023

Important reminder to burn dry firewood this winter

by Otago Regional Council media release - Jun 23,2023

New artworks turn Central Otago streetscapes into galleries

by Central Otago District Council media release - Jun 23,2023

Sustainable Trails Conference coming to Central Otago

Jun 22,2023

NZ Mountain Film & Book Festival a true community event

Jun 21,2023

Council welcomes future-focused report

by Central Otago District Council media release - Jun 21,2023

Rental prices hit a new record high

Jun 21,2023

Winter dip on our shortest day for ocean health

Jun 20,2023

NZ's chance to shine as 1.2 billion football fans eye up Aotearoa

Jun 20,2023

NZ’s first passive office opens in Wānaka

Jun 20,2023

Celebrating the volunteers who safeguard a generation

Jun 19,2023

Community asked to suggest potential future urban development sites

by QLDC media release - Jun 16,2023

NZ Mountain Film Festival brings awarding-winning Kiwi-made films to the adventure capital

Jun 16,2023

Pilot ORC earthworks event in Queenstown successful

by Otago Regional Council media release - Jun 16,2023

Free bus rides for children from 1 July

by Otago Regional Council media release - Jun 16,2023

12 named as finalists in the Otago Inspirational Woman Awards

Jun 16,2023

Budding entrepreneurs to receive a head start with Startup NZ education scholarships

Jun 15,2023

New kerbside collection update - getting the show on the road

by Central Otago District Council media release - Jun 15,2023

Protecting Central Otago's galaxiids from ‘slide into extinction’

by ORC and Fish and Game joint media release - Jun 14,2023

Building cultural awareness a strategic priority for MAC

Jun 14,2023

National Volunteer Week - shining a light on volunteers across Aotearoa

Jun 12,2023

Winter festival lighting up Central Otago

Jun 12,2023

Queenstown-Lakes on "Wishlist" as pet holidays surge this winter

Jun 08,2023

Queenstown athlete all set for 2023 World Mountain and Trail Running Championships

Jun 07,2023

Community pool may benefit from proposed funding reallocation

by and Central Otago District Council media release - Jun 06,2023

RCCNZ assists helicopter with engine failure

Jun 06,2023

Winter 2023 Otago and Southland: Simple tips to stay safe

by NZTA media release - Jun 06,2023

Local ski fields extend foundation initiative to benefit adaptive skiers

Jun 02,2023

International violin competition returns this King's Birthday Weekend

by Sponsored story - Jun 02,2023

WAI Wānaka receives $20,000 funding boost

Jun 02,2023

Boost for Queenstown’s women in business with new support network

Jun 02,2023

Whakatipu Community Hub Trust appoints Hamish Wilton as interim chair

Jun 01,2023

Gibbston Valley Winery summer concert coincides with Waitangi

May 30,2023

Greg Durand wins 2023 Central Otago Young Grower Of The Year

May 30,2023

Police seek witnesses to Central Otago assault

May 26,2023

Council invites expressions of interest for Climate Reference Group Chair

by Queenstown Lakes District Council media release - May 26,2023

Social and emergency services the focus of first CLT grants round

May 26,2023

Central Otago street art celebrates diversity

May 26,2023

32 groups funded $536k for environmental projects

by Otago Regional Council media release - May 25,2023

Moving Day: the annual dairy cow migration

by Otago Regional Council media release - May 25,2023

Community gives Council high marks on service requests

by Central Otago District Council media release - May 25,2023

Queenstown regular bus service resumes 1 June

by Otago Regional Council media release - May 24,2023

Connecting Communities fund seeks winter mental wellbeing initiatives

May 24,2023

Tap turning on new water supply just weeks away

May 18,2023

NASA balloon captures colliding Antennae Galaxies

May 17,2023

Aspiring Gymsports to celebrate 21st with keys to new home

May 17,2023

New mental wellbeing navigator appointed for Central Lakes region

May 17,2023

Wānaka to be immortalised in Monopoly board game

May 16,2023

Names of winter road trucks revealed

by Queenstown Lakes District Council media release - May 16,2023

Cromwell driver wins 2023 International Rally Of Whangārei

May 15,2023

ORC launches comprehensive Earthworks Guide for developers

May 12,2023

Wānaka Airport businesses generate $69.6 million, launch new website

May 12,2023

Otago Community Hospice opens hub in Cromwell

May 12,2023

Cold outbreak to ease by the weekend

by MetService media release - May 11,2023

Otago Community Hospice found in every corner of Otago

May 11,2023

Amazing science imagery from Wānaka's NASA balloon

May 09,2023

Red Bridge to close for maintenance

May 08,2023

'LUMAbility' makes event accessible to everyone

May 08,2023

Cracking season on the cards as Opening Weekend looms

May 05,2023

Second mobile classroom purchased by local education charity

May 05,2023

Cromwell College student selected in NZ Secondary Schools team

May 04,2023

From pioneering mountaineer to award-winning author

May 04,2023

‘Southern Way’ to inspire visitation across eight southern regions

May 03,2023

Everyone welcome at tree planting to commemorate coronation of His Majesty King Charles III

by Queenstown Lakes District Council media release - May 03,2023

Wānaka based indie production company finds its new vibe

May 02,2023

Chance to name grit and CMA trucks kicks off winter road safety campaign

by Queenstown Lakes District Council media release - May 02,2023

Central Otago community steps up to support Vanuatu

by Central Otago District Council media release - May 02,2023

Newcomer Leadership Scholarship recipients announced

by Central Otago District Council media release - May 02,2023

Otago builders back with another gold from international gin awards

May 01,2023

Five diverse environmental reports tabled

by Otago Regional Council media release - Apr 27,2023

Report reveals high risk of extinction to Otago reptiles

by Otago Regional Council media release - Apr 27,2023

Matariki Arrowtown Lights returns for second year

Apr 27,2023

Number of poor air quality instances in 2022 almost halves

by Otago Regional Council media release - Apr 27,2023

Consultation countdown for community plans - close 1 May 2023

by Central Otago District Council media release - Apr 26,2023

Public ownership of land on Mount Iron nears completion

by Queenstown Lakes District Council media release - Apr 26,2023

Finalists named for local sports awards

by Sport Otago media release - Apr 26,2023

2023 ANZAC Day services throughout the district

Apr 20,2023

Additional water sampling costs built into future planning

by Central Otago District Council media release - Apr 20,2023

Wānaka A&P Show donates $30,000 to cyclone relief

Apr 20,2023

The 2023 Wao Film Festival: Regeneration for Generations

Apr 19,2023

Open Day for Albert Town Lagoon – a chance to discover the part you play

by Otago Regional Council media release - Apr 18,2023

Funding available to support community driven waste minimisation initiatives

Apr 14,2023

Top talent to appear at Lake Wānaka Centre

Apr 13,2023

First female pro driver appointed for racing circuits

Apr 13,2023

Young performers take to the sky to entertain in Wānaka

Apr 12,2023

NASA set to fly two giant balloons from Wānaka

Apr 11,2023

Discussions with communities on land and water plan flow well

Apr 11,2023

'Trail lovers' campaign for Queenstown Trails

Apr 11,2023

Queenstown and Auckland in tour in the USA

Apr 07,2023

The new cargo eBike making travel in the Wakatipu free and easy

Apr 06,2023

Native tree planting day at Whitechapel Reserve

Apr 06,2023

Entries now open for the Monster Children Film Awards

Apr 05,2023

Trust sets $9.45 million grants budget for new financial year

Apr 05,2023

Community asked to share an idea for the future

Apr 05,2023

Council funding available for local events to boost their ‘wow factor’

Apr 04,2023

Central Lakes mental health crisis support service launches

Apr 04,2023

Nominations open for Central Otago Sports Awards

Apr 04,2023

International and local speakers set to wow festival audiences

Apr 03,2023

Catchment groups’ report reflects community collaboration

Mar 31,2023

Arrowtown autumn planting days

Mar 31,2023

Free community events to fill Wānaka CBD

Mar 31,2023

The countdown is on for the Arrowtown Autumn Festival

Mar 30,2023

Early bird entry discount for Merino Muster cross country ski race

Mar 30,2023

Air quality monitoring upgrades at six sites

Mar 28,2023

Medals for local cheesemaker at NZ Champions of Cheese Awards 2023

Mar 28,2023

Have your say in Council's service request survey

Mar 28,2023

Farmers workshops for intensive winter grazing

Mar 28,2023

Four new laptops for Otago Community Hospice team

Mar 28,2023

Local duo hit the road, Pork Pie style

Mar 27,2023

Whakatipu Reforestation Trust Celebrates 2022 Achievements

Mar 27,2023

Lake Hāwea Community prepares for the worst

Mar 27,2023

Young Wānaka cyclist hits high note at Le Race

Mar 27,2023

Town Centre street upgrades tell local stories

Mar 27,2023

Frankton Fire Brigade marks 50th with open day

Mar 24,2023

Ironman athlete Jamie Smith “blown away” by support

Mar 24,2023

A new community space for Wānaka youth takes shape

Mar 24,2023

Fantastic free counselling offer

Mar 24,2023

Preschool gala to raise funds for North Island kids

Mar 24,2023

Two leadership scholarships on offer to newcomers

Mar 24,2023

What local groups are doing to help native wildlife and flora flourish

Mar 21,2023

QLDC to consider draft Annual Plan 2023-24

Mar 21,2023

Public feedback sought on fee increases

Mar 21,2023

ECO grants provide the opportunity to enhance environment

Mar 21,2023

$50k boost for autumn mental wellbeing initiatives across the Southern Lakes

Mar 21,2023

Fire restrictions for Otago Lakes until further notice

Mar 17,2023

Improvements on the way for Hawthorne Drive

Mar 17,2023

Colourful new mural for Queenstown Events Centre

Mar 16,2023

South Island Secondary School Rowing Regatta

Mar 15,2023

Headlight and Mountain Club collaborate to support business mental health

Mar 15,2023

Get Hip Hop Fit in Queenstown

Mar 15,2023

Local food charity seeks two board members

Mar 14,2023

QLDC asking for ratepayer input from late March

Mar 13,2023

Expo set to attract model train enthusiasts

Mar 13,2023

Local business offering free guided hiking

Mar 13,2023

Food for Love supporting cyclone volunteers

Mar 13,2023

Trail riders, Wānaka schools need you!

Mar 13,2023

Wānaka cyclists on Milford Mountain Classic podium

Mar 10,2023

Massive mahi at McNulty Inlet

Mar 10,2023

Wānaka teens set sail for RS Feva Champs

Mar 10,2023

View Cromwell’s new hall through VR goggles

Mar 07,2023

Water restrictions in Arthurs Point, Lake Hāwea and Luggate lifted

Mar 07,2023

REFASHION - a fashion show cut differently

Mar 07,2023

Free digital help drop-in sessions at Queenstown Library

Mar 07,2023

Warning for Hāwea and Clutha River users

Mar 06,2023

Celebrate International Women's Day and embrace equity

Mar 06,2023

Nominations close this week for Arrowtown-Kawarau Ward by-election

Mar 06,2023

Local instructors needed for NZ’s first youth Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa programme

Mar 03,2023

Lots happening around the district for Parks Week 2023

Mar 03,2023

New group guides warm welcome for Upper Clutha newcomers

Mar 03,2023

Community dog walks to set tails wagging in Queenstown and Wānaka

Mar 02,2023

Local students and teachers thriving in college's new $33.5m learning spaces

Mar 01,2023

ANZ keeping Central Otago netballers on the court

Feb 27,2023

Wānaka schools to pool active travel route underway

Feb 27,2023

Police drills taking place on Ladies Mile

Feb 27,2023

Relay For Life set for March

Feb 27,2023

Local councils 'adopt' cyclone-hit communities to help

Feb 24,2023

Subsidised counselling on hold due to funding uncertainty

Feb 24,2023

Fundraising Event for communities impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle

Feb 24,2023

New trustees hit the ground running approving 21 grants

Feb 23,2023

Top local student attends national science and technology forum

Feb 23,2023

Volunteers vital for restoring native biodiversity of Whakatipu Basin

Feb 23,2023

Multiple tree removal requests open for public feedback

Feb 23,2023

All New Zealanders encouraged to participate in 2023 Census

Feb 21,2023

Wānaka A&P Show supporting farming communities in need

Feb 21,2023

Helping the helpers for good mental health for seniors

Feb 20,2023

Champion effort from Wānaka cyclists at Nationals

Feb 16,2023

Iconic local business supports grassroot sporting talent

Feb 16,2023

Libraries to host speed dating for book lovers

Feb 14,2023

Big fundraising garage sale a first for Arrowtown

Feb 14,2023

Seminars assist incorporated societies navigate significant changes

Feb 14,2023

Council removes barrier to progress Arrowtown affordable housing

Feb 13,2023

Connecting Communities funding opens for autumn wellbeing initiatives

Feb 13,2023

Local art on display as new creative space celebrated

Feb 13,2023

Manage guilt and keep a passion for fashion

Feb 13,2023

Q'town Friendship Drives wants help getting people out and about

Feb 13,2023

New multicultural mural for Central Otago

Feb 10,2023

QLDC lifts district‐wide water restrictions

Feb 09,2023

Challenge Wānaka 2023 set to feature over 70 elite athletes

Feb 09,2023

Community board invites locals to drop-in talk sessions

Feb 08,2023

Epic mountain bike race returns bigger than ever

Feb 08,2023

Blue Stories Project comes to Wānaka

Feb 08,2023

Dr Compost clinics in Queenstown and Wānaka

Feb 08,2023

Onsite electrical repair day at Wastebusters

Feb 07,2023

Rave at The Cave to celebrate new youth centre

Feb 07,2023

Aotearoa's first ever Fluker Post comes to Wānaka

Feb 03,2023

Water users urged to use resource more efficiently

Feb 03,2023

Double threat: A real estate agency to watch out for

Feb 02,2023

Funding boost for local age friendly projects

Feb 02,2023

Twilight Opera returns with a spectacular new venue

Feb 01,2023

Successful weekend for dedicated Wānaka rowers

Feb 01,2023

Central's speedway hits the high notes

Jan 31,2023

Screenwriters’ residency returns to boost district’s film sector

Jan 31,2023

Wānaka Festival of Colour announces top acts coming to town

Jan 30,2023

Wānaka's water guardians need new board member

Jan 30,2023

Money up for grabs to get young people moving

Jan 30,2023

Theatre comes to Queenstown Gardens

Jan 30,2023

Wānaka teen cyclist takes top spot at national event

Jan 27,2023

Young local riders headed for Morocco

by Kim Bowden - Jan 27,2023

Easily identify all NZ plants, animals and fungi with new app

Jan 25,2023

Central Otago battle of Sprintcar youth vs experience

Jan 24,2023

New CEO for Central Lakes Trust

Jan 24,2023

Informed locals sought to join climate reference group

Jan 24,2023

Young local Māori leaders sought for national programme

Jan 23,2023

Wānaka and Queenstown host Teddy Bears Picnics this weekend

Jan 23,2023

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott takes career first win at LAAX Open Slopestyle World Cup

Jan 23,2023

Lace up! Refreshed Wānaka Tracks App launched

Dec 22,2022

Kids aged 2-6 invited to take part in mini triathlon events

Dec 21,2022

Central Lakes mental health crisis support service launch delayed

Dec 21,2022

Vintage fire truck returned to Cromwell by volunteer fire brigade, Highlands

Dec 20,2022

Excitement builds ahead of the 107th Lake Hayes Show

Dec 20,2022

Where to find mental health support this holiday season

Dec 20,2022

Rhythm and Alps party-goers give back to community fund

Dec 19,2022

Top 10 Tips for Cycling the Otago Central Rail Trail this Summer

Dec 19,2022

Career best results for Wānaka teens at Halfpipe World Cup

Dec 19,2022

Kingpin's got everything sorted for fun this summer - including locals' pricing

Dec 16,2022

New two-lane Beaumont Bridge on track for 2023 opening

Dec 16,2022

Red Frogs top 10 tips for New Years in Central

Dec 16,2022

Mt Iron's almost Wānaka's, but public must keep to tracks

Dec 15,2022

Expressions of interest invited for new Wanaka Airport Liaison Committee Chair

Dec 15,2022

Wānaka teen cyclist on road to success

by Kim Bowden - Dec 13,2022

Upper Clutha Sports Community Trust winds up

Dec 13,2022

Wānaka alpine skier on the podium in St Moritz

Dec 13,2022

Local libraries: don't ditch reading these holidays

Dec 13,2022

Old for new at lifejacket swaps for locals

Dec 12,2022

Check, clean, dry: Lake users asked to play part

Dec 12,2022

App helps keep trampers safe in Otago backcountry

Dec 08,2022

Hāwea songwriter performs new Kiwi Christmas anthem

by Kim Bowden - Dec 08,2022

Airport reopens park and ride as terminal parks fill up

by Kim Bowden - Dec 08,2022

Helicopters help with Aspiring Hut's major upgrade

Dec 07,2022

The Pacific comes to Central for early Christmas lunch

by Kim Bowden - Dec 06,2022

Efforts to control lakeweed underway in Central Otago

Dec 05,2022

Shelve your library fines this Christmas

Dec 02,2022

Glendhu Bluffs permanent fire restrictions in force

Dec 01,2022

Kids' bike park gets a major makeover

Nov 30,2022

Will talent-loaded field return South Island Champion title to Cromwell?

Nov 30,2022

Cromwell rallies to help sick and struggling whānau

by Kim Bowden - Nov 30,2022

Makarora opens doors on first fire station

by Kim Bowden - Nov 28,2022

$52k boost for Southern Lakes mental wellbeing initiatives this summer

Nov 28,2022

America's cup chaser turns rescue vessel for Wānaka

by Kim Bowden - Nov 28,2022

Ray White Wānaka needs help to spread Christmas cheer

Nov 28,2022

Whakatipu teen takes out top award at military camp

Nov 25,2022

Cromwell revs up for first truck show

Nov 24,2022

Wānaka women doing good honoured in inaugural awards

Nov 23,2022

Inspiring champion triathlete coming to Wānaka for inclusive event

Nov 23,2022

Business profile: Pivoting towards new ways of business

Nov 23,2022

Central Lakes Trust invests in region's youth in latest funding round

Nov 22,2022

National GO Week encourages adventures in big, beautiful backyard

Nov 18,2022

Stay clear - toxic Cyanobacteria in Butchers Dam

Nov 16,2022

Ziptrek Locals’ Day fundraises $7,225 for Sustainable Queenstown

Nov 16,2022

Cromwell serves up tasty fare as Eat.Taste.Central winners confirmed

Nov 15,2022

The 'Super Bowl' of the mountain biking world back this summer

Nov 15,2022

Bike Glendhu Jump Jam kicks off this weekend

Nov 15,2022

New art gallery opens in Cromwell

Nov 14,2022

ANZ removes barriers to cricket for Queenstown 10 year old

Nov 14,2022

One week left to nominate your community champions for $4,000

Nov 11,2022

Young Queenstown tennis star wins place at ASB Classic

Nov 10,2022

Wānaka teens challenged to think global, act local

Nov 10,2022

Rainbow Run kicks off Summerdaze

Nov 09,2022

A butcher and the birth of speedway

Nov 08,2022

Film showcases poetry tour on two wheels

Nov 07,2022

Now's the time to join the repair revolution

Nov 07,2022

Mystery judges choose Central food finalists

Nov 04,2022

Wānaka meeting to cover the concerns of modern parents

Nov 03,2022

New local mental health crisis support service to launch

Nov 02,2022

Crux – big growth and a big change. Win $4,000!

Nov 02,2022

Social media 'inspirer' Ethically Kate in Queenstown for writers festival

by Kim Bowden - Nov 01,2022

Boots and all for mental health at Cromwell speedway

Nov 01,2022

Pop-up libraries and outdoor games to kickstart Summerdaze

Nov 01,2022

$148,000 to help connect elderly to care and community

Oct 31,2022

Biggest ever field at the OSM Challenge Wānaka Multi

Oct 31,2022

Wellbeing support to help reconnect Upper Clutha seniors

Oct 31,2022

Squeamish clean-up jobs suit Cromwell's Tania Renfree

by Kim Bowden - Oct 28,2022

Queenstown duck race benefits local air rescue trust

Oct 28,2022

Central Otago Wine and Food showcase returns to Wānaka

Oct 26,2022

Exam success for young Queenstown performers

Oct 25,2022

Cromwell teachers play matchmaker for pupils and businesses seeking staff

by Kim Bowden - Oct 20,2022

Queenstown Diwali Night is back after two years

Oct 17,2022

Ziptrek invites locals to zip for charity

Oct 14,2022

Young leaders explore where the past meets the present

by Kim Bowden - Oct 12,2022

The wheels are turning on Biketober

Oct 10,2022

Business profile: Gaurav Kumar, problem solver

Oct 06,2022

Pain-free bike travel a winner for Arrowtown e-bike festival organiser

by Kim Bowden - Oct 05,2022

Queenstown Writers Festival to give back by sharing books with Happiness House

by Kim Bowden - Oct 03,2022

People power needed to cloak Cromwell hill in natives

by Kim Bowden - Sep 29,2022

Local petrolhead smokes the competition at Cromwell burnout contest

Sep 27,2022

Upper Clutha's first public transport trial ready to roll

by Kim Bowden - Sep 27,2022

Queenstown's migrants set to share stories of struggle and dreams for the future

by Kim Bowden - Sep 22,2022

'Borrow' a human to hear their story at Wānaka Library

by Kim Bowden - Sep 20,2022

Kingston Flyer back on track after decade's break

by Kim Bowden - Sep 19,2022

Woolshed to showcase film by 11 year old set in 1930s Otago

by Kim Bowden - Sep 13,2022

Queenstown backcountry helps young Kiwis channel spirit of polar exploration

Sep 08,2022

Remarkable Theatre's 'Gone to Seed' is one to see

by Brydie Macbeth - Sep 05,2022

Four years for the Kate Moetaua Foundation

by Brydie Macbeth - Aug 31,2022

Half marathon a sell-out as Queenstown Marathon returns

Aug 30,2022

Detours return as work continues on Cromwell roundabouts, underpass

by Kim Bowden - Aug 23,2022

Cromwell actor turns playwright for 'dark Kiwi comedy'

by Kim Bowden - Aug 22,2022

Chorus lets local artists bring colour to public utility

Aug 10,2022

Big-name Kiwi writers secured for Queenstown festival

Aug 10,2022

Cromwell's James Dicey honoured at Central Otago wine awards

Aug 10,2022

Young artists invited to get people voting with poster competition

Aug 05,2022

Jive and Thrive to get people dancing for good cause

by Kim Bowden - Aug 02,2022

Gibbston concert back with ZZ Top to headline

by Kim Bowden - Jul 28,2022

WAI Wānaka receives share of $8m project funding

by Kim Bowden - Jul 27,2022

Lifeguards wanted as pools forced to reduce hours

by Kim Bowden - Jul 25,2022

Cromwell 8-year-old at it again with epic ski challenge for charity

by Kim Bowden - Jul 19,2022

Hāwea's environmental superhero launches new music video

by Kim Bowden - Jul 13,2022

Thousands gather to light up winter

Jul 11,2022

Wao festival programme launched: focus on small changes, collective impact

by Kim Bowden - Jul 11,2022

Cromwell to Light Up Winter this weekend

Jul 07,2022

Kerbside collection of organic waste set for Central Otago

Jul 05,2022

ITM Southern Lakes steps in to support Wānaka Community Workshop

Jul 01,2022

Funds available for local winter wellbeing initiatives

Jun 28,2022

International cricket to return to Queenstown this year

by Kim Bowden - Jun 28,2022

Kids as cargo: New e-bike trial scheme for Q'town whānau

by Heidi Bendikson - Jun 08,2022

Photo of the Day winner: Photos help families make memories

by Kim Bowden - Jun 01,2022

Māori Film Festival confirmed for Arrowtown's Matariki celebration

May 30,2022

Homophobia, social media, and being bored: Wānaka teens tell all

by Kim Bowden - May 28,2022

Hunting, hospo and trades - hearing loss preventable, expert says

May 26,2022

Voting begins for May's Photo of the Day

by Kim Bowden - May 23,2022

The 'bookseller at the end of the world' to speak at Q'town festival

May 13,2022

Wānaka teens to lead community kōrero at library

by Kim Bowden - May 10,2022

Cafes to play host to free wellbeing workshops for small businesses

May 06,2022

Builders' boost helps community volunteers turn waste around

May 05,2022

Global environmental moves filter down to Queenstown dealership

May 03,2022

Photo of the Day winner: 'The light was just magical'

by Kim Bowden - May 02,2022

Crux Photo of the Day is Live!

Apr 04,2022

School concerts and master classes bring music to life

Apr 01,2022

New workshop to help dads-to-be get mentally fit

Apr 01,2022

Third time’s the charm for community gala, hopefully

by Kim Bowden - Mar 30,2022

Glasses or contact lenses? Sweet as. Hearing aids? Yeah, nah

Mar 29,2022

Funds needed so whānau can access help for learning challenges

by Kim Bowden - Mar 25,2022

Start nominating for Central Otago Sports Awards

by Kim Bowden - Mar 24,2022

Give skateboarding a go at free drop-in sessions

by Kim Bowden - Mar 18,2022

Thursday: 10 deaths, 1220 new southern Covid cases

by Peter Newport - Mar 17,2022

$120,000 available from QLDC’s Waste Fund

Mar 14,2022

Trust to be guardians of Central's dark skies

by Kim Bowden - Mar 10,2022

SDHB seeks volunteers to help healthcare workers

by Kim Bowden - Mar 09,2022

Long-distance backcountry bike loop ready to open

by Kim Bowden - Mar 03,2022

Wānaka builder to scale nine Everests for mental health

by Kim Bowden - Mar 02,2022

A record month for Crux - and we launch Photo of the Day!

Mar 01,2022

Local Tongan community calls for donations

by Kim Bowden - Feb 25,2022

ORC: $470,000 available for community projects

Feb 25,2022

QLDC: $3.6m budget for Ladies Mile community hub

Feb 24,2022

Cromwell real estate agent beats big guns to win award

by Kim Bowden - Feb 24,2022

Christchurch Airport gifts $20,000 to Tarras School

by Kim Bowden - Feb 23,2022

Millbrook stages event to support pro golfers

Feb 22,2022

Wānaka wine festival goes virtual

by Kim Bowden - Feb 21,2022

New girls football programme for Wānaka

Feb 21,2022

Crux launches new community service

Feb 13,2022

Winning screenwriters to showcase district to world

by Kim Bowden - Jan 27,2022

Challenge Wānaka events cancelled for 2022

Jan 25,2022

More Gold for Wānaka snow sports stars

Jan 24,2022

Cromwell orchard donates cherries to charity

by Kim Bowden - Jan 21,2022

Lake Hayes A&P show cancelled for January 2022

Nov 17,2021

$2 million sports club revamp for Cromwell

by Kim Bowden - Oct 26,2021

New principal picked for Cromwell Primary

by Kim Bowden - Oct 20,2021

The Earnslaw may go electric

Oct 18,2021