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Claire Trevett: PMs' challenge to stop Melbourne outbreak ruining the bubble
OPINION: The Melbourne outbreak is the biggest test of the bubble so far - can it hold?
Big agenda for Ardern/Morrison talks in Queenstown
The two PMs have plenty to talk about, from Covid to climate change to China.
Queenstown's back: New $45m R&D hub rising
Aiming to attract new people to area, keep and upskill existing residents.
Leading lights: Angus Muir's guide to Queenstown by night
With 500 artists, organisers, volunteers, LUMA is the Lakes' biggest art show.
Driver admits killing girlfriend in off-roading crash
Passenger Olivia Brown, who died in the crash, was told not to wear a seatbelt.
-10C: Coldest May morning in years
The wintry conditions prompted warnings for road users.
Ski fields to open early as Aussie demand predict bumper season
Bookings from inbound Australian skiers and domestic demand are filling up Queenstown.
Recipient of controversial tourism grant up for sale
The business was awarded a $500,000 grant plus a $1 million loan in Covid relief funding.
'Not doing so well': Parts of south still dry despite rain
Oamaru has only received 31 per cent of its average rainfall this month.
What chance of 'significant' border opening by January 1?
Tourism sector desperate to open border in Jan as hinted in Budget, but staff woes remain.
Roads closed and caution urged as NZ battered by snow, gales and rain
Active fronts moving across the country make for a wild, wintry Tuesday.
Rare piece of Queenstown real estate on market for first time since 1913
The land has 110m of frontage to Frankton Rd and rises from 22m to 45m above lake level.
Wild weather: Thunderstorms on way as band of rain sweeps North Island
Much of the country can expect some rain on Monday - but not Christchurch.
Collins says Govt proposing Ngāi Tahu co-ownership of South Island water assets
At party's regional conference in Queenstown today, Collins said plan had upset mayors.
TSS Earnslaw: 108-year-old steamship takes a rest
Routine hull-strengthening work will take place and new rescue crafts will be installed.
Former NZX, Mediaworks boss joins water stoush over Sir Russell Coutts' private golf course
The sailing legend wants to take water from two creeks on the Crown Terrace.
Man who flouted lockdown rules has conviction quashed after error
Man gets conviction quashed after an error was made by a duty solicitor and judge.
'We've got positive cash flow': Queenstown high-flyer defying Covid-19
At least one Queenstown tourism operator believes he's benefited from Covid-19.
Govt gives millions to Queenstown cycleway project
The total cost of the project is $20.773 million.
Good Samaritan attack: Robber and 'victim' both charged
Police make arrests in case of good Samaritan allegedly attacked on Crown Range Rd.
4 out of every 10 tourism jobs lost in past year- survey
The Lower South Island saw the biggest workforce drop, down 53 per cent.
Queenstown hospitality boss says table and chairs fee discount too late
The council last month announced the discount is in response to Covid-19.
Tourism Minister hints at more support for Queenstown tourism
Stuart Nash says he will outline a number of measures at the TRENZ Hui 2021 this week.
Skiers sought for opening of new traverse near Queenstown
They will embark on a five-day journey across the Harris Mountains.
Sir Eion bestowed with honour at special ceremony
The 76-year-old was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer late last year.
Transtasman bubble boosts NZ's struggling hospitality sector
Hospitality industry data shows the impact of the bubble opening.
'A gentleman to the end': The late Peter Beadle
Peter Beadle died aged 87 at Lakes District Hospital in February.
Queenstown 'heaving' but still missing Aussie accents
Queenstown is enjoying a flood of much-needed school holiday visitors this week.
Second sex conviction for builder who assaulted sleeping flatmate
Steven Enting, 36, said he 'blacked out' and had no memory of the assault.
Jack Frost arrives early for the South Island, temps plummet below zero and snow falls
A midnight storm dumped about a centimetre of snow onto the Porters Alpine Resort.
Flyer back on track after 8 years for southern rail tour
The Flyer ran as a heritage train attraction between 2003-2013 from Kingston to Fairlight.
'Their wallets are full': Festival organiser warns locals of visitor influx
The new music festival will bring an influx of visitors during an otherwise quiet time.