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Police are appealing to the public for help after a woman’s handbag was stolen from the Hanley’s Farm Playground on Bannister Street around 4.35pm on Monday, 26 January. Constable Amanda Shute says the offender left the area in a blue vehicle, which had been parked on Bannister Street, and the handbag was later located nearby. However, a number of items from inside the bag been taken, she says.
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Snow Machine is bringing their frosty festivities back to New Zealand in 2026. From 8-13 September 2026, Snow Machine returns to the breathtaking alpine playground of Queenstown, marking the 5th edition of the festival. Bringing world-class music, snow sports and unforgettable parties to the slopes, join Chet Faker, Ninajirachi, Restricted and many more. Performing across an impressive eight stages, including the Main Arena, on-mountain Apres stages, Coronet Peak and the Remarkables, ski runs by day become dancefloors by night.
Social media posts painting ‘walk in the park’ pictures of some of the Southern Lakes’ most challenging climbs and hikes have raised fresh concerns for local specialist rescue volunteers, after being called out to some eight rescues in the past month.
She may have left school and her tiny hometown at 16, headed for bright lights and the first career that was on offer - hairdressing, but 40 years later Arrowtown’s Tracy Pool had become the boss of a leading Queenstown hospitality company managing 11 bars.
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Local creators putting together a curated walking tour, available in the palm of your hand. That’s the business model for VoiceMap, a downloadable app on your phone, and Virginia Driver is the voice behind the local tours which shine a spotlight on Queenstown and Arrowtown’s rich history.
Wellington-based artist Hana Dean will lead a portrait painting workshop at Te Atamira this weekend.
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TW McBride Ltd
based in Queenstown
Truck driver class 5 , 2 days per week and as required. We are looking someone to work for us driving our NZ post truck and trailer. Must have experience and hold class 5, D & F (OSH) license's, also pass MOJ , Toro and pre-employment drug tests. Full training and benefits apply for the right person.
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1/51 Gorge Road, Queenstown, New Zealand
Full-time part time position available. Retail, pressing and furnishing packing perfectionist. Consistent hrs. No weekend work, Monday to Friday only. 9am - 3pm (ideal for parent located in central Queenstown looking for hrs around child commitments) Fast paced environment, with a friendly team.
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