A Wanaka virtual reality experience is transforming the way people consume New Zealand scenery, activities and global experiences while providing a cutting edge educational platform for businesses and students. Realm Virtual Reality Centre in the Spencer House mall is the first full motion virtual adventure centre
Gibbston’s Kinross has come a long way since its origins as a thriving goldminer’s trading post in the 1860s. Purchased by its current owners, Christine and John Erkkila in 2013, the site pays tribute to the history and pioneering spirit of original owner Thomas Kinross, while
Hidden behind a rustic door down a back alley in downtown Queenstown, the award-winning restaurant,The Bunker is one of the resort’s best keep secrets. The secluded, intimate, fine dining restaurant seats fewer than 30 guests at a time and is known for world-class cuisine featuring the
In the early 1900s, ice skating enthusiasts in Queenstown got their fix by skating on the Queenstown Gardens’ pond when the ice was thick enough. It took until 1966 for the resort’s first artificial outdoor rink to be built on the current site, paving the
Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) and Wanaka Community Board elections in October this year provide an opportunity for residents and ratepayers to take an active role in shaping the future of the district. That’s the message from QLDC chief executive, Mike Theelen. “We’re encouraging anyone who wants
The style possibilities are endless with a versatile range of winter boots instore at Issimo this season. The boutique Queenstown shoe store recently opened a sister store in Queenstown Central with both outlets stocking a wide range of European, Australian and New Zealand designer shoes,
The contemporary art gallery, Macomos, based at the Five Mile Centre is currently staging an exhibition of solo installations by three artists focusing on original painting, photography, drawing and design. Queenstown artist Marc Blake presents selected paintings from 1999 - 2019, installed across a 20-metre wall
A go ahead Southern Lakes building franchise is bringing a fresh perspective to creating homes in Central Otago. Jennian Homes owners, Carl Hamilton and his brother Shane have been at the helm of the Central Otago franchise for the past eight years and their professional expertise
Queenstown’s Flooring Xtra showrooms have undergone an impressive facelift under the new ownership of Julia and Wayne Eade who have expanded the range of products and services to meet the growing demands for superior interior styling in the Wakatipu. The Eades took over the Queenstown franchise on
Arrowtown's heritage buildings will be glowing brighter this winter with the near completion of the Lighting Masterplan for Arrowtown. The venture has been undertaken to ensure Arrowtown’s heritage buildings, as well as pathways and verges around the town’s centre, are adequately lit. “It’s been an ongoing project