Funding row: 'You can't say to people, go to Methven or Timaru'
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GO NZ: A first-timer's guide to Queenstown
The chance to visit a tourist hotspot for the first time gives a big sense of perspective.
Covid 19: Aucklanders head to Queenstown conference
Conference appears contrary to advice for Aucklanders to limit travel outside the city.
Man awarded $20k after discovering image of topless colleague on iPad
A woman used a workmate's iPad to take a photo of an image of her naked breasts.
Rob Fyfe on Covid-19, advising the PM, why he likes tackling a crisis
Businessman Rob Fyfe talks about Covid-19, advising the PM and why he loves a crisis.
Fate of road could be decided next month
Thousands of people are appealing for the repairs of the Hollyford Rd.
Community work for isolation booze run
Queenstown man sentenced to 40 hours' community service, must pay $1000 for TV damage.
Girl who helped save mum when her father was killed has died in car crash
A popular and 'friendly' teen has been killed in a car crash in Arrowtown.
Double tragedy: Teen's fatal crash follows father's tragic death
A 17-year-old was killed, and two others injured in a car crash in Arrowtown.
The great lockdown escape: Aucklanders book out flights to Queenstown
'Within hours of this afternoon's announcement, all of the flights were gone.'
Arrowtown road closed after serious crash
Serious two-vehicle crash closes road at Arrowtown.
Suicide commentary unhelpful to Queenstown, says experts
Speculating links between suicide and the pandemic is damaging to mental health: experts.
It's a fine Saturday - will Aucklanders obey lockdown rules?
But don't get too excited. The thunder could be back as early as tomorrow evening.
Your weather: South Island drops to freezing -10C, but sun set to shine
Even in lockdown the sun is set to shine and you can still go out to fish, walk or ride.
Aucklanders book Covid tests on arrival to Queenstown
A pop up testing centre in Queenstown will help test Aucklanders arriving with symptoms.
Queenstown 'lacks reserves' to get through another lockdown - employers
Queenstown and Otago businesses can't handle another setback from lockdown, say experts.
'Don't mention it': Aucklanders flee lockdown to Queenstown
Aucklanders headed to Queenstown to escape alert level three at home.
First look at Otago Uni's planned Queenstown retreat
University of Otago has applied for consent to build a $12 million retreat for academics.
Women's weekends with a dash of adrenalin
Sometimes it's more fun to go in search of adventure.
Weather: Quiet Sunday before low brings more rain, wind
Aussies can't come here, but their lows can.
'Huge bang' when plane engine struck by lightning
A lightning strike aboard a flight this morning was akin to driving into a 'power pole'.
Flight with 141 on board struck by lightning, diverted to Christchurch Airport
Flight stuck by lightning diverted to Christchurch Airport, passengers safe.
Lightning strikes Air NZ flight; Auckland drenched with thunderstorms
Passing showers in Auckland will continue until around 2pm today, with some sun to follow.
Restaurant staff step up to plate and revive dying diner
Restaurant staff and holidaying nurse are being praised for reviving heart attack victim.
Richlister reveals he's bought Glenorchy's Arcadia Station
The property was listed as "one of the most beautiful farms on earth".
The Road Ahead: What's really happening in the engine room of NZ tourism
From Queenstown to Hokitika, Covid-19 has caused carnage.
Long lines at Queenstown pop-up Covid testing spot
The testing site was set up after a Korean man who later tested positive visited the city.
Toddler injured at Queenstown childcare centre moved to Starship
The seriously injured toddler has been transferred to Auckland.
Positive Covid case: Queenstown testing blitz
Locals are being encouraged to get a test, regardless of symptoms.
Best skis forward: Tips for older learners
An adult's guide to skiing in Queenstown for the first time.
Two new cases of Covid-19 today in managed isolation
Today's two new cases bring the total number of confirmed cases to 1212.
Covid-19: The Auckland shops South Korean man visited
A man who tested positive for Covid in South Korea went shopping in Auckland.
Shania Twain and Abu Dhabi prince have his artwork - the colourful life of late artist Tim Wilson
Jane Phare: Painter of memories died from cancer, played down even to his inner circle.
Movements of South Korea virus case in Queenstown, Auckland released
The traveller visited 11 places and businesses in Queenstown earlier this month.