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A passenger jet landing and taking off every 10 minutes. That is a conclusion in a report into the underlying finances of the proposed expansion of Wanaka Airport and an investment...
One of the key questions surrounding the redevelopment of Wanaka Airport as a jet-capable airport is “how many jets?”. For some time, QAC has confirmed that the spend at Wanaka Airport...
In the last week or two, the discussion around the redevelopment of Wanaka Airport has become more dynamic. More people are sharing their views – including those in favour of a...
Reaching a near-consensus on anything these days seems difficult. Except, it seems, when it comes to expressing a lack faith in our local politicians. Stuff’s Your Place survey asked: “Do you trust...
Next Thursday (September 12) will offer a chance for locals to hear what candidates standing as Councillors in the Wanaka Ward feel about a key issue in the Upper Clutha community:...
The following statement has been issued by Michael Ross, Chairman of the Wanaka Stakeholders Group (Protect Wanaka), in response to this morning’s collaboration announcement by Queenstown, Wanaka and Invercargill airports. “This...
In a dramatic move that will take some of the pressure off the Southern Lakes airport expansion debate, Invercargill, Dunedin and Queenstown airport bosses have agreed to work together. Read this...
Wanaka’s chamber of commerce (Ignite Wanaka) chair has spoken out on the hot topics of growth and airport development. The Wanaka App asked the chamber last week for its response to...
OPINION [Otago Daily Times, 02/09/19]: Most opponents of a jet-capable airport at Wanaka actually embrace growth, but not at any cost, writes Noel Williams. When I moved to Wanaka in 1983,...
Niki Gladding is a candidate for Queenstown Lakes District Council in the 2019 local body elections. With Queenstown Airport Corporation gunning for a massive expansion, it’s time for Queenstown Lakes District...