Entrepreneurial couple Anna & Matt Laming have built a significant business portfolio based around their passion for Wanaka and for being social. Their diverse company, Dropping Inn, represents quality, connection and community and focuses on collaborating with likeminded people to create new initiatives. “Having grown up in
Modern urban architectural design is the driving force behind the development of Wanaka’s contemporary retail and hospitality complex The Precinct and the recent opening of designer coffee shop and milk bar Wee Tart is a welcome addition. The café is the brainchild of The Precinct’s brand
Central Otago and the Southern Lakes are renowned as premier New Zealand wine destinations and the launch of Ripe - The Wanaka Wine & Food Festival, on March 21 2021, is planned as a celebration of both wine and food in the region. Ripe festival director
With an impeccable flair for designing high-end wedding gowns and special occasion garments, Jamie Wray is celebrating opening her flagship designer boutique in Clyde. The Margaret Wray Bridal boutique displays her exclusive catalogue of couture, bespoke and vintage-inspired wedding dresses. “I want my clients to feel empowered, feminine
Clyde’s Eade Gallery is championing three local artists this summer with the return of its popular monthly solo exhibitions which feature Megan Huffadine, Nigel Wilson and Peter Walker. Peter Walker - January 2021 A recent move from Invercargill to Clyde has been an exciting step for artist Peter
The support and enthusiasm from Kiwis for cycling trails in Central Otago has been phenomenal since Covid-19 lockdown with solid forward bookings continuing for summer, according to biking specialist company Bike It Now! Co-owner Duncan Randall says the response has been rewarding, particularly referrals from clients. “It
Stepping into the summer season the team at boutique store Lily & Esther in Clyde have a selection of ready to wear designer dresses with a feminine focus. “The dress is our go to this summer because it is so versatile and easy to wear. I
Real Journeys and Go Orange General Manager Paul Norris says he’s “deeply honoured” to receive the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to the tourism industry and conservation. He attributes his long-standing commitment to conservation to “being in the fortunate position of being able
The Wanaka A&P Show, scheduled for March 12 and 13, is recognised as one of New Zealand’s largest agricultural and pastoral events, attracting more than 40,000 people to Wanaka each year for two days of activities and entertainment which unite urban and rural communities. In its