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NZSki Signs Partnership With Sunac-BonSki To Connect New Zealand With China’s Fastest-Growing Ski Market
Wednesday, 3 December 2025, 4:32 pm | NZSki
The deal opens direct access to China’s rapidly expanding snow sports market and strengthens NZSki’s position as a global leader in alpine experiences. More >>
Inclusivity Takes Centre Stage With 2026 Adaptive Challenge
Wednesday, 3 December 2025, 4:11 pm | Challenge Wanaka
More than 40 athletes took part in 2025, with organisers expecting even greater numbers in 2026 as word continues to spread about how welcoming, supported, and empowering the event is. More >>
Insolvencies Rise In Q3 Despite Signs Of Economic Optimism
Tuesday, 2 December 2025, 12:50 pm | BWA Insolvency
Construction continues to dominate insolvency statistics with 192 cases this quarter, slightly down from 197 in Q2 and 215 a year ago. Williams says while the numbers look high, they need to be viewed in context. More >>
Historic South Island Station Hits The Global Market
Thursday, 6 November 2025, 2:14 pm | New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty agents Matt Finnigan and Russell Reddell, the extraordinary 22,120 ha station is an iconic slice of the South Island, with a rich history that dates back to 1861. More >>
Brodie Kane Returns To Wānaka To Inspire Women Into Endurance Sport
Tuesday, 14 October 2025, 1:28 pm | Challenge Wanaka
Kane will swim the 1.9km leg of the iconic middle-distance triathlon, with Twigg taking on the 90km bike and Patterson, described by her team mates as a “demon in running shoes”, will do the 21.1km run. More >>
Queenstown Medical Centre Responds To Measles Outbreak
Friday, 10 October 2025, 12:10 pm | Queenstown Medical Centre
Whilst there have been no additional cases since one diagnosis on September 29, the QMC clinical team want to assure locals the centre is well equipped and prepared for an outbreak. More >>
High-Calibre Field Gathers For The 2025 HiveEnergy Challenge Wānaka Multi
Friday, 10 October 2025, 10:02 am | Challenge Wanaka
The HiveEnergy Challenge Wānaka Multi is New Zealand’s premier early-season multisport event. Now in its sixth year, the race challenges athletes with a 25km kayak, 43km mountain bike, and 14km trail run, alongside a popular duathlon option. More >>
New Real Estate Agency Launches In The Southern Lakes
Monday, 29 September 2025, 5:22 pm | Aspire Realty
The new agency – Aspire Realty – is a future-focused brand that combines deep market knowledge with modern marketing strategies and a personalised, relationship-driven approach. More >>
Construction Insolvencies Remain High As Sector Pressures Persist
Monday, 8 September 2025, 1:43 pm | BWA Insolvency
BWA Insolvency principal Bryan Williams says the construction sector is continuing to feel the brunt of economic challenges, with business services and retail trade also facing significant challenges. More >>
Foreign Buyers’ Policy Change Welcomed By Realtors
Monday, 1 September 2025, 5:51 pm | New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty
New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty managing director Mark Harris says it’s a prudent move by the Government. More >>
Maier And Elliot Return To Lead Challenge Wānaka Multi
Thursday, 21 August 2025, 10:47 am | Challenge Wanaka
Elliot will line up for his fifth Challenge Wānaka Multi in 2025, chasing a fourth title after three consecutive wins in 2024, 2023, and 2022. He also finished runner-up to Dougal Allan in the inaugural race in 2020. More >>
Relocating Kiwis Push Up Premium Property Prices
Tuesday, 12 August 2025, 4:05 pm | New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty
New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty managing director Mark Harris says buyers are looking to these regions as they seek more in a property; whether it’s more land, more features or a larger home. More >>
Southern Discoveries Puts New Emergency Survival Equipment To The Test
Thursday, 17 July 2025, 11:06 am | Southern Discoveries
The longest-running Milford Sound cruise operator has fitted out its entire fleet of vehicles, including five coaches seating up to 250 people, with survival gear specifically designed for major earthquake events. More >>
New Title Partner For Challenge Wanaka Multi & Duathlon
Wednesday, 9 July 2025, 10:39 am | Challenge Wanaka
Already well-known to many in the Challenge Wānaka community as the official nutrition sponsor for February’s Triathlon Festival, HiveEnergy is now taking its commitment to the next level by supporting the multisport community as Title Partner for Challenge ... More >>
Unique Christchurch Video Home Up For Sale
Tuesday, 24 June 2025, 2:52 pm | New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty
Located at 13 Cirrus Lane, Redcliffs, the home is built into volcanic rock and has a private basement theatrette complete with velvet curtains, large screen, projector and surround sound. More >>
Challenge Wanaka To Host The 2026 NZ Middle Distance Triathlon Championship
Sunday, 11 May 2025, 8:54 pm | Challenge Wanaka
Athletes will be racing for a national title and the chance to represent New Zealand at the World Championships. It’s a proud moment for our team, our community, and everyone who has been part of Challenge Wānaka’s journey. More >>
Latest Insolvency Report Urges Kiwi Business Owners To Heed Early Warning Signs
Friday, 2 May 2025, 2:41 pm | BWA Insolvency
Industries hit hardest in the last quarter were tourism, transport and delivery, construction and manufacturing. The construction industry has seen continued high rates of business failure More >>
Two New Faces At Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 3:14 pm | Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust
They replace long-serving Trustee Ray Key, who has recently retired from his position after nine years serving on the board, as well as filling a new vacancy at the QLCHT Board table. More >>
Upper Clutha’s Healthcare Crisis: Report Unveils Urgent Needs
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 9:08 am | Health Action Wanaka
“Despite Wānaka’s population being projected to grow at a rate of 144% by 2053, and the Upper Clutha being one of the country’s fastest-growing communities, we have been left behind when it comes to investment in healthcare," says Health Action ... More >>
RaceRanger: Changing Triathlon - What The Data Reveals
Thursday, 20 March 2025, 4:42 pm | Challenge Wanaka
RaceRanger was introduced at Challenge Wanaka to provide athletes with real-time feedback on their positioning within draft zone. With visual indicators helping competitors maintain legal distances, the system contributed to a cleaner, fairer race & a better ... More >>
