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Update On Shotover Waste Water Treatment Plant

Tuesday, 19 November 2024, 5:15 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Council has been in regular contact with ORC about some ongoing challenges at Shotover Waste Water Treatment Plan (WWTP). These are exacerbated during and after periods of heavy rainfall like we have seen in recent months. More >>

Stop/go And Week Of Daytime Closures Required To Clear Crown Range Road Slips

Tuesday, 19 November 2024, 3:20 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) Infrastructure Operations Manager, Simon Mason shared initial works were already taking place under a lane closure and stop/go, but a closure of Crown Range Road would be required next week to clear one of the ... More >>

Rainbow Run To Kick Start Summerdaze 2024

Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 1:35 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

QLDC Community Partnerships Advisor - Wellbeing, Samantha Saccomanno, said Summerdaze is all about community connection and wellbeing and enjoying the beauty of our district. More >>

CAA Certification To Reflect Increased Activity At Wānaka Airport, Future Review Process Proposed

Friday, 8 November 2024, 10:10 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

The move is the latest stage in Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) working collaboratively as the airport’s owner with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). More >>

Council Confirms Appointment Of Queenstown Airport Director

Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 10:43 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

“Queenstown Airport is an important infrastructure asset for the district, and I’m delighted someone of Don’s experience and capability has been attracted to the board. We look forward to welcoming him to Queenstown Airport and working alongside ... More >>

Have Your Say On QLDC’s Draft Easter Trading Policy

Friday, 1 November 2024, 9:39 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

If adopted, the draft policy would allow the district’s shops to open on Easter Sunday. More >>

Car Parking Plans Agreed To For Vacant Stanley Street Site In Queenstown

Friday, 25 October 2024, 4:05 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

A consent application has already been lodged for what will begin as a gravel car park on the former site of the Queenstown Performing Arts Centre, providing approximately 54 spaces for use by Friday 20 December 2024. More >>

Council Green Lights Faster Remediation Option For Wānaka’s Ballantyne Road Oxidation Ponds

Friday, 25 October 2024, 2:15 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) Community Services General Manager Kenneth Bailey confirmed elected members had yesterday given the Chief Executive delegated authority to enter into a commercial agreement with Willowridge Developments Ltd. More >>

QLDC Fights Recycling Contamination During Recycling Week 2024

Monday, 21 October 2024, 5:54 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

QLDC’s recycling reels aim to give the community the confidence to recycle correctly so more resources can be reclaimed, while reducing the district's carbon footprint and saving water, energy and raw materials. More >>

Have Your Say — Queenstown Lakes’ Annual Quality Of Life Survey Now Open

Monday, 7 October 2024, 2:34 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

The survey will provide insight into residents’ views on issues such as housing, health services, the environment, transport, employment, and sense of community. More >>

Stormwater Upgrade To Begin On Lower Ballarat Street As Part Of Town Centre Arterial Road Project

Thursday, 3 October 2024, 10:00 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) General Manager Property and Infrastructure, Tony Avery said the work would ultimately connect to significant underground service upgrades already constructed along the route of stage one and down some of the side ... More >>

Community Encouraged To Have A Say On A Plan For Mount Iron In Wānaka

Wednesday, 2 October 2024, 11:11 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

QLDC General Manager Community Services, Kenneth Bailey shared the importance of hearing from different groups and people from across our community on the draft plan, especially those who took the time to provide feedback during the early engagement ... More >>

Free Mulch Giveaway Coming Up For Keen Green Thumbs And Gardeners

Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 5:45 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

QLDC Solid Waste Officer Cathy Patoine shared the initiative provided a fantastic opportunity to give back to the community. The mulch is produced from green waste that is diverted through the Council transfer stations. More >>

Council Confirms Election Of Queenstown Airport Chairperson

Monday, 30 September 2024, 9:52 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Mayor Glyn Lewers confirmed that Councillors agreed to adopt the QLDC Governance Subcommittee’s recommendation during a public excluded session of the Full Council meeting on Thursday 19 September. More >>

Get On Board: Have Your Say On QLDC’s Draft Navigation Safety Bylaw 2025

Monday, 30 September 2024, 12:36 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council’s Monitoring, Enforcement & Environmental Manager, Isabelle Logez, acknowledged how important our lakes and rivers are to both residents and visitors. “Our waterways are vital to our district, and ensuring navigation ... More >>

Get Active Community Grant To Provide Over 1,400 Entries To Sport And Recreation Facilities And Programmes

Friday, 27 September 2024, 3:10 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Sport, recreation and play are essential for one's health and wellbeing. This grant provides the opportunity for community members to access our facilities who otherwise wouldn’t have had the means. More >>

QLDC Chief Executive Remuneration Review

Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 7:16 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

The performance review process was facilitated by independent specialist consultants, Decipher, to ensure an objective and robust evaluation. More >>

Council Responds To Court Decision On Freedom Camping Bylaw

Tuesday, 24 September 2024, 3:08 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

The Council is now taking some time to understand the judgement and determine next steps for managing camping over the summer. This will include providing more information and signage for freedom campers. More >>

Long Term Plan 2024-2034 Adopted By Councillors

Thursday, 19 September 2024, 5:47 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Its adoption at today’s Full Council meeting confirmed a $2.4b capital expenditure programme, with the first three years predominantly focused on delivering essential three-water infrastructure across the district. It also confirmed an average increase ... More >>

Charges Filed For Alleged Breaches Of The Resource Management Act

Monday, 16 September 2024, 1:51 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

The defendants are due to appear in the Queenstown District Court on 21 October 2024. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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