Police hunt repeat Jack’s Point tree vandals

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Posted 13 June, 2025

Police and Jack’s Point representatives are on the hunt for the culprits responsible for chopping down up to 10 large, established black poplar trees by a popular walkway linking Hanley’s Farm with Jack’s Point, some left dangerously with their trunks half cut.

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Posted 13 June, 2025

Dr Ellen Joan Ford is bringing her trademark energy, research insight and practical advice to the Westpac Women in Business Conference in Queenstown this month, with a mission to change the working world for the better.

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A quick browse of Cassie Roma’s LinkedIn profile will have most people thinking ‘what the hell have I been doing with my life?’

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Lucky for some (if you were lucky enough to grab tickets before they sold out) - the 13th annual Westpac Women’s Conference is on Friday, 13 June.

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From 15-22 June, 2025, Aotearoa will come together to celebrate National Volunteer Week – a time to honour the incredible contributions of volunteers who weave the threads of connection and compassion throughout our communities.

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Mental Health by Katherine Froggatt

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Young original up-and-coming artists around the country will get a chance to shine at the regional finals of Smokefreerockquest.

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Talented Scottish musician Pol Nicholson will take the stage with Andy Bell at Blue Door for Crowded In the House this week. The show is a captivating and gleeful celebration of Kiwi icons Crowded House.

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RF Corval / Sherwood
554 Frankton Road, Queenstown, New Zealand
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Sherwood is a truly unique property, a 78 room Eco Hotel situated in Queenstown central overlooking Lake Wakatipu. 

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The Housekeeping Supervisor plays a pivotal role in maintaining the cleanliness, order, and overall guest satisfaction
of the hotel. This position is responsible for supervising and leading the housekeeping team to ensure that all guest
rooms and public areas meet or exceed the hotel's standards of cleanliness and presentation.

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