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QLDC files charges for unlawful building works

Friday, 15 February 2019, 10:02 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

On Friday 1 February 2019 Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) filed charges in the Queenstown District Court in relation to the Kmart building at Queenstown Central. More >>

Council To Explore Future for Iconic Bridge

Thursday, 14 February 2019, 9:22 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

The Edith Cavell Bridge is a well-known local landmark in Queenstown Lakes District and is named to recognise the heroic efforts and ultimate sacrifice of an English World War I nurse. After 100 years of providing a vital link for the Queenstown-Wakatipu ... More >>

'My Place’ Engagement About to Begin

Tuesday, 12 February 2019, 5:26 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

A series of facilitated workshops called ‘My Place’ are scheduled over the next month where local residents can share ideas for their towns about housing, climate change, long-term growth and land use, with planners and policy makers from Queenstown ... More >>

Fund available for community zero waste initiatives

Tuesday, 12 February 2019, 10:13 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Funding for new community-driven zero waste projects is now available district-wide. Queenstown Lakes District Council General Manager Property and Infrastructure, Peter Hansby said the Waste Minimisation Community Fund is an initiative of the Waste Minimisation ... More >>

Tackling Queenstown’s transport challenges

Friday, 8 February 2019, 12:09 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council, the New Zealand Transport Agency and Otago Regional Council have joined forces to develop and deliver a safe, connected and accessible transport network for the Wakatipu area. More >>

Joint Submission on Central Gov's Proposed Tourism Strategy

Tuesday, 5 February 2019, 10:22 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

The Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) and Regional Tourism Organisations - Destination Queenstown and Lake Wanaka Tourism - are seeking a more active and collaborative approach from Central Government in relation to the visitor industry. More >>

Tucker Beach Wildlife Management Reserve gates open

Monday, 4 February 2019, 4:57 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Tucker Beach Wildlife Management Reserve gates open following successful breeding season More >>

Community feedback sought on Laurel Hill SHA proposal

Friday, 1 February 2019, 3:56 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) has received an Expression of Interest (EOI) to develop a Special Housing Area on land along Ladies Mile, Queenstown - the Laurel Hills Special Housing Area. QLDC is now seeking community feedback on this ... More >>

QLDC to Seek Community Feedback on Sport & Recreation

Thursday, 31 January 2019, 3:35 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) elected members were presented with a draft Sport & Recreational Facility Strategy at their meeting today, and have approved the recommendation to seek community feedback in shaping the final strategy. More >>

E. Coli present at Lake Hayes

Thursday, 31 January 2019, 3:13 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Water quality samples taken from Lake Hayes Mill Creek Shallows have shown high levels of the bacteria E. coli. Government water quality guidelines for recreational swimming areas say those with less than 260 E. coli/100 ml are considered safe, whereas water ... More >>

Council to consider proposal for earthquake-prone priority

Monday, 28 January 2019, 5:24 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) has identified a number of locations in both Queenstown and Arrowtown as potentially priority thoroughfares with earthquake-prone buildings due to unreinforced masonry. This assessment is part of QLDC’s process ... More >>

Mobility parking on the agenda

Monday, 28 January 2019, 5:14 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council’s (QLDC) new Traffic and Parking subcommittee will meet for the first time this week, considering recommended changes to the use of mobility parking spaces in Queenstown, Frankton and Arrowtown. QLDC General Manager ... More >>

Table and Chair licence fees to be considered

Monday, 28 January 2019, 4:59 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District’s Councillors will be asked to consider a fee increase for Table and Chair licences at their next Full Council meeting this Thursday. The licences allow for and encourage al fresco dining to provide vibrant and attractive ... More >>

Clean-up of Jardine Park and damaged trees underway

Monday, 28 January 2019, 11:15 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) contractors are set to begin the clean-up of Jardine Park and trees that may pose potential danger to the public, following last week’s high winds. More >>

Programme Demonstrates Readiness to Deliver

Thursday, 24 January 2019, 3:03 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

The Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) Three Waters Programme developed as part of the 2018-2028 Ten Year Plan has been positively recognised as part of an independent Ernst & Young review. More >>

Frankton Stormwater Upgrade to start

Monday, 21 January 2019, 12:53 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

A major upgrade of Frankton’s stormwater system is set to start this week in order to meet the forecast demand, with a new community playing field in the mix as an added bonus. More >>

Community to be on the lookout for fake Building inspectors

Friday, 18 January 2019, 2:37 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) has received reports of individuals posing as Council Building Inspectors in the Wanaka area to gain access to private residences. Both a male and female have sought to access homes within the last month to “undertake ... More >>

Queenstown Bay now safe for swimming

Monday, 7 January 2019, 3:11 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Results from further testing of water quality at Lake Wakatipu’s Queenstown Bay have shown the elevated E. coli levels reported yesterday (Sunday, 6 January 2019) have now subsided. More >>

Elevated levels of E. coli at Queenstown Bay

Sunday, 6 January 2019, 3:55 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Routine water quality monitoring on Lake Wakatipu has shown elevated levels of the E. coli bacteria at Queenstown Bay near the town centre. Ulrich Glasner, QLDC Chief Engineer, says the findings could be related to the current weather conditions with ... More >>

Residents asked to conserve water

Monday, 17 December 2018, 4:24 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) is asking residents to conserve water this summer to try and prevent water restrictions. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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