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A Guide To Support Newcomers Settling In Our District
Tuesday, 24 June 2025, 4:29 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
The Newcomers Guide provides information on how to find a place to live, work, access health care, connect with your community, learn English, manage money and finances, what to do in case of an emergency, and much more. More >>
Community Encouraged To Feedback On Plan To Guide Development In Te Tapuae Southern Corridor
Tuesday, 17 June 2025, 2:30 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) General Manager Strategy & Policy Michelle Morss, said given the area could support up to a total of 9,300 houses by 2050 and its population was already growing rapidly, it was important Council prepared for ... More >>
QLDC Responds To Environment Court Decision On Shotover Wastewater Treatment Plant
Friday, 13 June 2025, 2:22 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
The Environment Court’s decision is separate to Council’s retrospective consent sought in early May 2025 for emergency works at the WWTP, and the bypassing of the facility’s disposal field to discharge treated wastewater into Shotover River. ... More >>
QLDC Community Insights Survey Results Released
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 7:11 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Acting Chief Executive Dave Wallace said feedback in the survey reinforced the Council’s understanding of community frustration with significant change in our District in areas of traffic, roading and parking and challenges with public transport. More >>
Opportunity For Experts To Join Queenstown Lakes’ Climate Reference Group
Monday, 9 June 2025, 6:05 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Climate Reference Group Chair Dr Leslie Van Gelder says the Group is welcoming expressions of interest from candidates across a wide range of experience and backgrounds. More >>
Fresh Drinking Water Upgrades Flow Into Queenstown, Fernhill, And Sunshine Bay
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 7:43 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) General Manager Property & Infrastructure, Tony Avery said the new solution meant drinking water in the area would remain fresh, safe, and fully compliant with the latest regulatory standards. More >>
A Plan To Restore Biodiversity On Te Tapunui Queenstown Hill
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 1:30 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
QLDC General Manager Community & Services Ken Bailey said that it’s important to understand if the community support the proposed plan for this well-loved reserve, which is part of a wider plan to protect our district’s landscapes and native biodiversity. More >>
Consultation Underway On Proposed Model For Future Delivery Of Water Services
Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 12:29 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
QLDC Property & Infrastructure General Manager, Tony Avery said Council had carefully assessed a range of different models available, as part of central government’s Local Water Done Well plan to address Aotearoa New Zealand’s water infrastructure ... More >>
Have Your Say On The District’s Proposed Waste Management And Minimisation Plan 2025
Friday, 30 May 2025, 3:56 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Although legislation requires Council to write the WMMP, the plan will only be successful if everyone in our community works together to make it happen. More >>
Proposed Model For Future Delivery Of Water Services To Go Before Council
Monday, 26 May 2025, 2:46 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Queenstown Lakes District Council’s (QLDC) elected members will be asked to agree to consult on a proposal to establish a Water Services Council Controlled Organisation (WSCCO). Consultation would begin Monday 2 June 2025, decision pending. More >>
Council To Consider Community Feedback On District’s Draft Climate & Biodiversity Plan
Monday, 26 May 2025, 1:46 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
The plan was developed in partnership with Kāi Tahu, the Climate Reference Group, and local partner organisations. It is a key strategic document and an important, high-profile action plan for both the Council, its partners, and the community. More >>
Community Encouraged To Help Keep Eely Point Looking Sharp For Future Generations
Monday, 19 May 2025, 1:20 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
QLDC’s Parks team is hosting two community-drop in sessions at Eely Point up by the Coastguard building, from 10.00am to 12.00pm on Saturday 24 May, and 4.00pm to 6.00pm on Tuesday 27 May. More >>
New Code Of Practice To Guide Land Development And Subdivision Infrastructure Now Live
Monday, 12 May 2025, 7:54 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Following an extensive review and public consultation held in late 2024, the new Code has a particular focus on stormwater management to lessen environmental effects and ensure stormwater systems built today are suitable for the future. More >>
Acting Mayor Disappointed By Potential Withdrawal Of School Buses
Thursday, 8 May 2025, 5:24 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
“Whilst acknowledging these are only the early stages of a proposal at this time, we’re very concerned about the outcomes for our tamariki and whānau should the draft report on Project Takahe be implemented,” said Acting Mayor Smith. More >>
Latest Treated Wastewater Test Results Remain Well Within Consent Limits
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 1:39 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
The results for the treated wastewater sampled on Thursday 3 April remain well within consented limits set by regulator Otago Regional Council (ORC). More >>
Abatement Notice Issued For Nitrogen Levels In Hāwea Oxidation Pond
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 12:55 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
QLDC General Manager Property & Infrastructure, Tony Avery said while the breach and abatement notice were disappointing, environmental monitoring in Hāwea River showed there were no adverse effects associated with the treatment plant’s elevated ... More >>
Community Encouraged To Plan For The Future Of Te Kararo Queenstown Gardens
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 10:26 am | Queenstown Lakes District Council
QLDC General Manager Community & Services, Ken Bailey said the draft plan sets out steps to manage ageing wilding pines in the Gardens over the next 60 years, and introduce a diverse range of native, suitable exotic, and deciduous trees and plants to the ... More >>
From Landfill To Lifespan: QLDC Funding Available For Projects With Purpose
Monday, 14 April 2025, 3:32 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
With up to $60,000 in funding available, the WMCF supports innovative projects that reduce waste and promote the sustainable use of resources across the district. Individuals, businesses, schools, and community groups are all encouraged to apply. More >>
Wānaka Airport Future Review To Be Outlined
Friday, 11 April 2025, 12:16 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Wānaka Airport’s future is about more than infrastructure—it's about strengthening community ties, driving economic growth, and celebrating the spirit of aviation. A collaborative, informed strategy will secure its success for generations to come. More >>
First Test Results Following Direct Discharge Of Treated Wastewater Well Within Consent Limits
Thursday, 3 April 2025, 2:34 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
For compliance purposes we test samples taken immediately downstream of the last treatment process within the plant, in this case the UV disinfection step, QLDC Infrastructure Operations Manager Simon Mason said. More >>
