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Posted 5 March, 2026

Police say they’ll be continuing to clamp down on shoplifters after the arrest of two alleged, wanted Queenstown male shoplifters, aged 19 and 20, on Tuesday, who were allegedly on a pitstop to curb a chocolate craving at a Frankton supermarket

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A proposed gold mine is on the fast-track list. Proponents says it will bring jobs and money to the region, but opponents say it will be an economic 'short-term sugar hit... with long-term consequences'.

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In 2023, scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park – the first stand-up comedian ever selected for the programme.

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huddl, an initiative supporting local community groups and non-profit organisations, is offering mentoring opportunities for people in governance roles across Queenstown Lakes.

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In 2023, scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park – the first stand-up comedian ever selected for the programme.

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The Aspiring Conversation programme is returning to Wānaka in March. It will feature a number of speakers and artists across four days who aim to inspire, create space for reflection and live exchange. It’s more important now than ever to gather, discuss, listen and reflect on the issues that affect all in our community and the world at large.

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