Wānaka Airport today

In April 2021, the Wānaka community was delighted to receive news that the High Court ruled in favour of the community. This was an historic decision of the High Court – it is very rare for a community to take on their council, and win. In this instance, the community won.

This means that Wānaka Airport is back under the control and ownership of QLDC, as a strategic asset of the community. We have our community airport back. QAC have been granted a management contract to run the airport for QLDC.

Follow the menu at the top of this website for updates and detailed information about the court case, and what has happened subsequently.

We will keep this website updated, and we will also retain information and updates leading up to the High Court case, so that if you are interested in the background, you can read it here.