Jan 27 2012: First rescue for new Squirrel
Rakiura Helicopters new Squirrel helicopter had its first outing as Stewart Island’s Search & Rescue air service yesterday morning (Thursday 26 January).
Jan 26 2012: Nzone Skydive seeks new resource consent
One of New Zealand’s most popular tourism activities is applying for a new resource consent that will allow more flexibility in its operation and a move to a more modern noise assessment.
Jan 26 2012: Eichardt’s Private Hotel named among world’s best hotels by prestigious UK magazine
High-end influential UK magazine Tatler has named Queenstown’s Eichardt’s Private Hotel one of the world’s best hotels in its highly coveted annual travel guide.
Jan 25 2012: Wedding day blues make for competition win
A competition designed to give one lucky couple the opportunity to re-celebrate their wedding day has resulted in gorgeous images for a Queenstown couple who eventually married after initial wedding plans went disastrously wrong.
Jan 25 2012: New ski area manager for New Zealand’s Mt Hutt ski area
Canterbury’s Mt Hutt ski area has announced the appointment of James McKenzie as its new Ski Area Manager.
Jan 24 2012: New Squirrel for Island Helicopter Company
Rakiura Helicopters, the only helicopter company with a concession for operations out of Stewart Island’s Fern Gully, and Bluff’s Ocean Beach, has purchased an AS350 BA Squirrel helicopter that adds capacity for travelers, hunters and commercial operators
Jan 23 2012: Hilton Hotels & Resorts Announces Top Management Team for Hotels in Queenstown, New Zealand
Queenstown, New Zealand – Monday, 23 January 2012. Hilton has announced two new appointments to the management team at its new Kawarau Village development, which includes the five star 178-room Hilton Queenstown and the four star plus 98-room Kawarau Hote
Jan 23 2012: Valentine heaven at Pen-y-bryn
A wonderfully romantic dinner and two night package for two at Oamaru’s most romantic lodge is on offer, not just for Valentine’s Day but for the entire month of February.
Jan 21 2012: Sacred Stone Takes Pride of Place at Dart River
A sacred mauri pounamu takes centre stage today, marking Dart River Jet Safaris’ Glenorchy Visitor Centre redevelopment celebrations.
Jan 16 2012: Summer Snow in Milford Sound
A stunning vista greeted Southern Discoveries guests at Milford Sound this morning. A bright summers day and calm conditions reflected an unseasonably snowcapped Mitre Peak in the still, clear waters of the fiord. This gorgeous image was snapped by Doug
Jan 10 2012: REMARKABLES PARK STUD RIVALS BEST ANTLERS IN COUNTRY
Remarkables Park Stud in Queenstown, renowned for consistently producing huge two year old stud sire stags, says its successful breeding programme now has it rivaling the best antlers in the country.
Dec 23 2011: Santa makes an underwater appearance at Milford Sound
Proving that Santa really does travel all around the globe, visitors to Milford Sound have been surprised to see him donning mask and breathing apparatus to say ‘hello’ to guests at Southern Discoveries’ Milford Discovery Centre this week.
Dec 22 2011: Dusky Dolphins put on show for Southern Discoveries’ guests in Milford Sound
A pod of dusky dolphins have been entertaining guests on Southern Discoveries’ Encounter Nature Milford Sound cruises.
Dec 22 2011: New guided bus tours offer glimpse into Queenstown’s past
A new guided bus service has been launched in Queenstown offering an alternative to the fast-paced, adrenaline activities associated with New Zealand’s premier resort town.
Dec 21 2011: Summer’s underway!
Launching into summer and heading fast towards the Shotover River as he celebrates his 14th birthday, Queenstowner Solomon Drader smiles at the camera as Shotover Canyon Swing jumpmasters Rob Genet (L) and Logan Devine gently help him off the platform.
