Community

Mental Health by Katherine Froggatt

Queenstown has always attracted people who think a little bigger. Entrepreneurs chasing bold ideas, creatives seeking inspiration, and professionals building something meaningful while surrounded by mountains that remind us why we slow down and take a breath.

For one weekend only, one of Central Otago’s most spectacular high-country landscapes will open to the public, offering hikers a rare opportunity to summit two peaks while supporting life-saving breast cancer research.

It’s easy to forget how quickly clothing has become disposable. What used to be bought, worn, repaired and passed on is now often replaced without a second thought… and that shift is exactly what ReFashion Queenstown is hoping to challenge.

A series of free public seminars across Central Otago and the Southern Lakes will give communities the opportunity to hear directly from leading eye specialists about age-related macular degeneration (MD)—the leading cause of blindness in New Zealand.

The Otago Nuggets are making a quick stop at the Remarkables Park Town Centre ahead of the NBL season and they’re inviting you to join them for a free, high energy morning of hoops, games and giveaways.

As World Water Day approaches, WAI Wānaka is encouraging residents and visitors to pause and consider a simple but powerful question: What would you pay to keep your favourite swimming spots clean and safe?

If you want to know the benefits of “Buddying” Ask Big Buddy Darren Ryan and his Buddy Jett Ketchel.

From August 2026, important immigration changes are coming that may affect you. These changes offer new opportunities for those working in skill level 1 to 3 roles. Creating a genuine chance for residency in New Zealand. It is important to understand that there will still be conditions and requirements to meet, and not all final policy details have been released.

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

A new pop-up art school, “Art Assembly”, will open in the Assembly Room at Frankton’s Country Lane from mid-April to mid-May 2026

We all know our district is a leading tourist destination, and we all feel the impact of record numbers coming to the jewel in New Zealand’s tourism crown.

Mental Health by Katherine Froggatt

Happiness House is a community-based non-profit organisation that provides services to the Whakatipu district.

The Cancer Society is set to celebrate the official opening of its new Queenstown–Tāhuna Centre on Thursday, 19 February, marking a major step forward in making cancer support more visible and accessible for the local community.

Pregnancy is often both daunting and exciting. Many friends, colleagues, whānau and, even, complete strangers frequently have lots of advice, pearls of wisdom and opinions to share, which may or may not be welcome or helpful.

Dr Compost’s gardening and compost workshops are back in Queenstown 12th &19th February, and in Wānaka 16th & 23rd February. For tickets, search Dr Compost on Humanitix.com.

Mental Health by Katherine Froggatt

If you’re into lower bills, lower emissions and higher resilience, then it’s time to go electric.

Women from across Queenstown gathered on Saturday 19 January for a free community event hosted by Queenstown Medical Centre. The speakers and panel discussion focused on perimenopause, menopause, and sexual wellbeing — topics often overlooked despite affecting women throughout midlife and beyond.