Greenstone Entertainment Announces Summer Concert Tour Headliners
The original ‘wild one’ of rock, IGGY POP along with the Queen of Rock JOAN JETT and THE BLACKHEARTS, HOODOO GURUS and Kiwi favourites, ZED will headline the Summer Concert Tour.
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Emergency services and rescue volunteers are warning backcountry hikers to stick to their capabilities, know the terrain and carry a reliable communications device after two Queenstown men had to be rescued from near the top of the Pisa Range on Saturday evening (11 October).

The judges’ results are in, and the Queenstown Business Chamber is excited to announce the finalists for the 2degrees Queenstown Business Awards 2025.

Local non-profit organisation, WAI Wānaka is thrilled to welcome Richard Burdon and Stephen Stuart as our newest members to our Board of Trustees, each bringing a wealth of experience, insight and dedication to our mission. Their diverse backgrounds will help guide our strategic direction and strengthen our governance.

Community

The Wakatipu Anglers Club is excited to announce the details of their annual fly fishing course, a notable event eagerly anticipated by angling enthusiasts and novices alike.

It’s time to fluff up your feathers and mark your calendars – the Rotary Queenstown Annual Duck Race is back!
Arts and culture

The Queenstown Writers Festival starts at the end of this month, presenting a diverse programme filled with award-winning writers, big personalities and a slew of talented southerners. Highlighting some great literary talent, the festival is for anyone who loves books, words and insightful conversation.

The last film screening in Arrowtown Creative Arts Society’s (ACAS) Winter Film Series will be Dale Frank, Nobody’s Sweetie. On Friday, 24 October, following the film, there’ll be a Q&A with director Jenny Hicks.
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Head Chef – The Locker Room Sports Bar
Purpose of the Role
The Head Chef plays a key leadership role within The Locker Room Sports Bar, managing and developing the kitchen team to deliver food that meets the venue’s exceptional standards and strong reputation. This role ensures consistency, creativity, and excellence across all menu items, while maintaining a safe, efficient, and inspiring kitchen environment.
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Coronet Peak, Queenstown, New Zealand

Skytrek is looking for a fun loving individual who knows how to provide outstanding customer service, has great driving skills and enjoys working outside in the mountains with customers from all nationalities.
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