New ZealandJacinda Ardern called out over chef shortage: ‘They can’t order any food'There are barely any chefs in Queenstown, hospo boss says.25 Dec 02:02 AM
New ZealandQueenstown neighbours fired up over American billionaire’s fireworks displayPlans for an extravagant fireworks display in rural Queenstown have outraged neighbours.23 Dec 08:15 PM
New ZealandStaff shortage in resort prevents community lunchThere will be no Christmas lunch for some of Queenstown’s needy this year.22 Dec 11:30 PM
New Zealand‘It’s just nuts’: Workers leaving Queenstown in drovesQueenstown’s housing crisis is hitting home and workers cannot find digs.22 Dec 04:56 AM
New ZealandFragile wetlands near Arrowtown torn up by off-roadersOff-road tracks illegally created by negligent 4WD and off-road motorcyclists at Macetown.21 Dec 09:48 PM
TravelNZ cities named some of the world's best destinations for New Year’s EveIt's confirmed, NZ puts on a world-class NYE celebration.19 Dec 11:49 PM
New Zealand'Wai wise': Residents urged to conserve water in Queenstown this summerWater consumption has already started to rise rapidly following the end of winter.19 Dec 06:53 PM
New ZealandMan scammed out of Queenstown summer rentalDegan Viljoen booked a summer house in Frankton, only to find it occupied when he arrived.14 Dec 09:22 PM
New Zealand10 days out from Xmas, what might Santa deliver?Meteorologist says a break in the unsettled weather could be on the cards for Christmas.14 Dec 06:50 PM
New ZealandDeal reached over Kawarau Gorge cycle trailPlans for a new cycle trail through the Kawerau Gorge have been greenlit.07 Dec 10:14 PM
New Zealand‘Here piggy piggy’: Man taunted officers while wading in lakeTransient man sentenced to four months in prison after taunting police in Queenstown.07 Dec 09:22 PM
New ZealandRogue camera wrongly issues fines to cars in QueenstownSeveral residents and visitors have been caught out after parking there.05 Dec 06:26 PM
New ZealandWatch: Wild rapids descent gains 46K views and a $1500 fineDramatic five-minute video has sequel in Queenstown District Court.05 Dec 05:38 PM
New Zealand'Chinese whispers' at play with gang rumours at top resortThere are no signs gangs are establishing in Queenstown, say police.30 Nov 11:52 PM
New ZealandOne dead after serious crash in Crown Range, QueenstownThe two-vehicle crash happened around 3:20pm this afternoon29 Nov 05:23 PM
New Zealand'It's getting worse': Taxi boss hits out at 'poachers'After 40-plus drivers came to town for an event, one taxi boss is seeking legal action.28 Nov 10:58 PM
New ZealandNew fire trucks to replace ageing vehicles at South Island airportsFirefighters from South Island airports trained with four new fire trucks from Austria.26 Nov 09:17 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyThree Hawker & Roll outlets shut as PwC moves on troubled restaurant chainCreditors of the chain are to meet before Christmas.25 Nov 04:10 AM
New ZealandEmergency services responding to incident on Lake WānakaA police spokesperson said someone was possibly missing in the water.24 Nov 06:34 AM
New ZealandStaffing shortages could hamper tourist spending in Queenstown, report warnsRecord levels of spending during what's a lucrative ski season might not be repeated.23 Nov 05:45 PM
Travel‘Insane’ price for Queenstown meal as city fills for $20m eventQueenstown got a taste of peak business this weekend.22 Nov 10:30 PM
New ZealandBankrupt builder jailed for raping intoxicated sleeping womanJaden Melgren jailed six years, four months for raping a sleeping woman.21 Nov 04:22 AM
New ZealandTenants evicted from council property amid housing crisisA Queenstown couple are furious they’re being evicted from their council-owned cabin.17 Nov 10:03 PM
New ZealandQueenstown resorts bursting at the seamsMore than 12,000 people are expected to pour in this weekend.17 Nov 06:03 PM
New ZealandOverseas visitor numbers growing; Queenstown Airport almost back to pre-Covid volumesOverseas visitor numbers at Queenstown Airport are almost the same as they were pre-Covid.16 Nov 01:12 AM
New ZealandAmber-Lee Cruickshank case: Man who gave 'inconsistent' statements to police pursuedDetectives have received new information in investigation into toddler's disappearance.15 Nov 10:30 PM
TravelPlanet-friendly tourism: Guilt-free Queenstown experiencesEnjoy a Queenstown holiday that is both environmental and ethical.15 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandHousing crisis continues in QueenstownThe average home value in Queenstown Lakes now sits at $1.7 million.14 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandPopular radio jock’s milestone monthCraig 'Ferg' Ferguson's 30 years behind the microphone.14 Nov 01:09 AM
TravelTime out from One Lane Bridge: What Dominic Ona-Ariki gets up to in QueenstownDominic Ona-Ariki from One Lane Bridge shares his favourite Queenstown hangouts.12 Nov 11:30 PM
TravelSmall Māori-owned lodge wins major tourism awardThe business is one of dozens that were recognised during the encouraging awards event.10 Nov 10:00 AM
New ZealandAirport staffer injured after attack in Queenstown Airport terminalTwo people were taken to hospital after the violent encounter.09 Nov 09:54 PM
EconomyProperty: Double-digit house market declines in main centres, new figures showQV House Price Index shows the average home dropped in value by 3.9 per cent.08 Nov 05:26 PM
TravelThe unexpected reason I was almost stranded at Queenstown AirportThis rule could leave travellers stranded if their flight is delayed.07 Nov 12:30 AM
