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Queenstown cottage has been keeping residents cosy for 137 years
The "little old rumpty cottage" was all but falling over when it was bought back in 1978, now it’s a cosy family home.

Two helicopters, two prime ministers and a pavlova. Was this $27,000 lunch worth it?
Christopher Luxon hailed his Queenstown catch-up with Australia’s Anthony Albanese as a success for tourism and trans-Tasman relations. But what did it achieve?

Watch: Albanese went hongi Luxon, then it got awkward
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was giving the traditional Maori greeting to those welcoming him to Queenstown. Then he got to Luxon - who went in for a hug.

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrives in Queenstown for annual talk
This year's talks were expected to canvass the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Palestinian statehood, as well as security, defence and economic challenges closer to home.

Hipkins hints at capital gains tax while chiding coalition’s ‘two-speed economy’
The Labour leader told the Queenstown Business Chamber the economy is not recovering, and more spending is needed to get the settings right.

Pest control: Ferrets enlisted in Queenstown rabbit fight
A team of tamed ferrets has been making short work of a long-eared problem in Queenstown.

Tom Hiddleston spotted in Queenstown during shoot of Tenzing film where he plays Sir Edmund Hillary
Tenzing has been filmed with South Island mountains as its backdrop.

Using pests to catch pests: Ferrets enlisted in Queenstown rabbit fight
Tamed ferrets have been making short work of a long-eared problem in the battle against a rampant rabbit population.

Break-in causes $750,000 worth of water damage to new builds in Queenstown
RNZ understands the affected properties are new builds at the Five Mile Villas.

Burglar leaves $750,000 trail of destruction in Queenstown
A string of homes were broken into over a period of 12 hours on Omeara St in Frankton.

Queenstown Airport hits milestone amid major works programme
Queenstown Airport celebrated its 90th birthday on Thursday.

Kiwisaver provider Simplicity to build 600 long-term rental houses in Queenstown
The project is valued at up to $500 million.

Average house prices fall - except in the deep south
The biggest rises were in Queenstown-Lakes.

Anthony Albanese, Christopher Luxon wrap up bilateral leaders' meeting in Queenstown
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and his Australian counterpart paid tribute to Anzac soldiers in Arrowtown and took a scenic helicopter flight.

Anthony Albanese speaks with Luxon about Palestinian statehood during Queenstown visit
This year's talks have included the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Palestinian statehood, as well as security, defence and economic challenges closer to home.

Rod Drury’s high-powered Queenstown retreat hosts Albanese–Luxon summit
Defence spending, warship deals and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza will dominate talks as Anthony Albanese and Christopher Luxon meet in Queenstown

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to visit Queenstown for talks with Christopher Luxon
Anthony Albanese will be in the country for the annual leader's meeting this weekend.

Golf - New Zealand Open delivers multimillion-dollar impact from 2025 tournament
The tournament in Queenstown was a qualifying event for the Open Championship in 2025.

Queenstown Shotover Jet turns 60: From river ferry to iwi-led tourism icon
One of New Zealand's best-known adventure rides is celebrating six decades of adventure, iwi pride, and sustainability on the Kimiakau Awa.

Shotover Jet speeds towards 60th celebrations
A newly produced documentary traces the Queenstown tourism operator’s journey from humble beginnings to globally recognised icon.

Queenstown break-in spree: Burglar causes $750,000 worth of damage to homes
It is believed the offender entered several properties during the 12-hour break-in spree.