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JLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growth
Most older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.
Farmer finds 'gnarly' paddocks improve with wool added to soil
Amanda Currie uses wool under the vines and on the paddocks of Tinwald Farm.
Police release photos of alleged thieves after pride flags cut down
Last year's Winter Pride festival was also marred by acts of vandalism and abuse.
Dozens of pride flags cut down in Queenstown
Last year's Winter Pride festival was also marred by acts of vandalism and abuse.
Rock climber dead after falling 50m in Queenstown
The incident occurred above a public walking public track on Gorge Rd.
Mayor's son says drink-driving was 'bad judgment'
The driver says a poor decision was made.
'The world feels a little darker': Fundraiser for family after ski patroller’s death
Konrad Apanowicz suffered a medical emergency while ski touring in NZ.
Heart disease killed Queenstown hotel developer Kevin Carlin
Police confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances. No official inquiry is necessary.
Tourism operators buy hotels to house workers as housing crisis hits hard
Queenstown housing issues continue, as businesses supply their own worker accommodation.
US tech billionaire Peter Thiel 'abandons' plans for luxury Wānaka build
The build would have accommodated up to 30 guests, and supported between 15 and 30 staff.
Matt Chisholm on nearly losing everything and bouncing back
The former journalist and TV presenter has written his second book.
Australian gold miner Santana Minerals lists on NZ stock exchange, as its Kiwi project amps up
Is this our economy's minerals moment?
Former Olympian cheats death after falling through ice while skating on frozen dam
Nicholson is urging people to be aware of risks when skating outdoors.
Bus carrying 15 passengers rolls in Central Otago, one injured
One person was taken to hospital with moderate injuries.
NZ projects short-listed for World Architecture awards
Stadium, university, retail, home, spa, bach, marae, office buildings are all on the list.
The NZ wine region with vineyards to rival Burgundy
This revered wine region produces pinot noir considered among the finest in the world.
'A privilege to come to New Zealand' - Phil Spencer on popular TVNZ 1 series
The series finishes next Sunday at Te Arai, Cheltenham and Aotea Great Barrier Island.
Stock Takes: A new era for power utilities? And sharemarket winners and losers in Q2
Power generation goes from 'nothing-to-see here' to having quite a few moving parts.
Gold rush? Atop the multi-billion-dollar discovery in Central Otago
An Australian company thinks it could profit up to $2 billion off this mine.
New Zealand’s 10 busiest builders
Winners of highest value of construction projects in 2023: BCI Central names top 10 in NZ.
New Zealand wine Southern Tor named as one of the best pinots in the world
The New Zealand wine that beat the French and named best in the world.
Expansion plans: Where new McDonald's are rising
Three new Auckland outlets opened last year but another four are coming nationally soon.
Duck could be to blame for 'horrifying' Queenstown flight catching fire
A passenger said there was screaming and crying after the fire started.
Watch: 'I could feel the flames' – witnesses describe fire shooting from aircraft after bird strike
The aircraft has now made an emergency landing at Invercargill Airport.
Argosy scoops supreme Property Council award for major Wellington project
'A stunning achievement and a great case study for engineers and the property industry.'
How an unlatched rear door led to triple-fatal Wānaka chopper crash
One witness saw the helicopter descend nearly vertically with items trailing behind.
'Very excited': Planting project to boost Central Otago’s native biodiversity
Planting project at Central Otago’s Half Mile Recreation Reserve starts next month.
Snowy south, sunny north in weekend of weather contrasts
'Choice' weather is on the way for our biggest city but there are snow warnings for south.
'Bonkers' or brave? Restoring wonky buildings at $200m Ayrburn
'Some of these farmers must have thought we were bonkers when we turned up.'
Green light for bigger red light districts in luxurious NZ getaway towns?
Brothel zones in Queenstown and Wānaka could be extended.
'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.
Retirement village, hotel and more planned for $200m+ Ayrburn near Arrowtown
'It will take us five years, hoping to be the most visited destination in Queenstown.'
'Deeply disappointed': Jet boats roar through Anzac Day service
Tourism company issued apology after yesterday's disruption.