'No longer a little mountain town': Developer defends controversial McDonald's plans
A petition against McDonald's coming to Wānaka has gained more than 4700 signatures.
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Subterranean lakeside pad unveiled for multimillionaire
Global wellness leader speaks about his staggering new project on Lake Wānaka's shores.
Bollywood blockbuster being shot in NZ?
The secretive production follows in the footsteps of other major films down under.
Power List: Who owns Mitre 10 stores throughout New Zealand?
Structure of this shy 49-year-old giant a quietly brilliant story of co-operative success.
'Landscape poisoned by fast food giant' - Wanaka locals' petition to stop McDonalds
A petition has been launched against plans to bring Maccas to Wānaka.
Why Kiwi schools have banned Crocs, Jibbitz and Yu-Gi-Oh cards
Cards and footwear have been creating distractions and causing arguments in schools.
McCaws' mansion: All Blacks legend builds luxury home in Wānaka
Planning documents show the scale of the multi-million dollar riverside development.
Winton Land AGM: $138.5m lawsuit revealed against Kāinga Ora
'We remain firm in our resolve to re-zone the entire Sunfield.' - Meehan
'A wonderful guy': Deer farming pioneer honoured in ceremony
Sir Tim Wallis, of Wānaka, died on Tuesday evening last week following a short illness.
'Special bloke': Wife of Sir Tim Wallis pays tribute
The Warbirds over Wānaka founder died yesterday, aged 85.
Warbirds over Wānaka founder Sir Tim Wallis dies
Aviation entrepreneur passed away surrounded by friends and family on Tuesday afternoon.
Former Wānaka resident recounts ‘scary’ Jerusalem visit
Visitor went from heaven to hell within hours of arriving at Tel Aviv Airport in Israel.
From $1m to $16m - Lake Wānaka property's record value
The property was valued at less than $1 million at the turn of the millennium.
Developer in court battle with builder over new Wānaka hub
Disputes arose over payments during lockdown and a 39-lot subdivision.
‘Huge job’ to get Haast Pass reopened
The West Coast to Otago-Queenstown route is closed after torrential rain.
Live: Snow falls as southern flooding mop-up gets underway
Landslides and heavy floodwaters have forced residents to evacuate.
Wānaka sex attacker keeps name secret after last-minute application
'I have very real concerns that you don't appear to accept what you’ve done.'
NZ's most expensive house: Sale shatters price record
Luxury property on 15ha sold in off-market deal. So where was it and what did it sell for?
'Dishonestly obtained' Cardrona ski passes land four Aussie tourists in court
A Queenstown court heard how the defendants sought to ski for free.
Bigger impact: Research shows likely effects of controversial Tarras airport
Animated flyovers released today show the impact Tarras airport would have.
Staff threaten to cancel skier's pass for sharing tips with friends
“Where do they draw the line? Can you teach your own kids?”
Queenstown's epic 13-hour ski-trip detour you won’t regret
From sea level to the top of Wānaka’s highest ski field at 2088m. And back down again.
Freezing temperatures, fresh snow to hit tonight
The North Island ski fields can expect a light dusting of snow.
New helicopter technology could make big difference
IFR route allows pilots to fly without needing to see their surroundings.
Snow briefly closes Crown Range road
The first day of August has brought heavy snow to Central Otago causing the Crown Range road to close briefly around midday. Video / Otago Daily Times
Man drove car into Lake Wānaka and around willow
Man decided to take 'foolish' joyride around Wānaka tree after drinking.
Court orders Wānaka hotel to inform investor of funds’ status
Information concerning the funds has been withheld from an investor for four months.
NZ’s favourite ski fields and winter holidays as voted by Kiwis
We reveal the best New Zealand ski fields and favourite winter holidays, as voted by Kiwis
Alleged racial abuse in Dunedin club football
Wānaka footballer didn't hear what was said, but his teammates did.
All thriller, no downhillers: Why Nordic skiing could be your winter sport
The thought of skiing up a mountain has probably never crossed your mind.
The Bachelorette NZ star on his next move to support rising designers
Fashion designer Richie Boyens says creatives face big hurdles in the business world.
$750m plan: Auckland CBD's first vertical retirement village - Penthouses $13m each
Highest-price retirement village units: ORAs on two double-height penthouses $13.75m each.
'You simply cannot get behind the wheel again': 86-year-old's sixth drink driving offence
Angry words with his passenger led to yet another drink drive charge.
Wānaka plan to split from Queenstown gains traction
The petition started by Wānaka mechanic Dean Rankin gathered 1822 signatures.