Central Otago’s newest property developer Ram Projects is on a mission to build outstanding properties for investment in the region. Founders Nick and Laura Wright originate from London and have called New Zealand home for the last 15 years. “During this time we have built a solid
Ed Cruikshank’s name is synonymous with fine furniture and innovative design. The Queenstown designer’s first creations were crafted in wood while studying at one of England’s leading cabinet making schools before he broadened his skills and knowledge with a degree in furniture design and put his
Alpine village development Mt Cardrona Station is celebrating several major milestones this winter headlined by the opening of the first stage of The Homestead which is the heart and soul of the station’s central village. Set on 400 hectares of land above the Cardrona Valley the
Sarah Austin is breathing new life into vintage treasures at her jewellery business Maebel which is bringing international pieces to local collectors. “I absolutely love jewellery and always have. I believe it should be worn, enjoyed and celebrated.” Maebel’s current collection has been widely sourced from New
Cardrona Hotel owners Alexis and Cade Thornton have created a winter haven for good food, drinks and warm and inviting hospitality. “The heritage hotel is such a cosy spot over winter where people can come in and escape the cold,” says Alexis. “ We like to
Cardrona China Collaboration A collaboration between Cardrona Alpine Resort and a prominent Chinese organisation representing a key ski resort region is being hailed as a significant step in the future of international ski tourism. The recently signed memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Cardrona’s owner RealNZ and the
Wānaka indoor golf and driving range Full Swing Simulator is the brainchild of avid golfers Jason Bopp, Kahu Vincent and Jeff Campbell and this winter celebrates its first anniversary of operation. The three directors who originally met as students at Mount Aspiring College decided to launch the
Arrowtown is a town for all seasons and holds special appeal for visitors in winter, according to Arrowtown Promotion and Business Association manager Nicky Busst. Arrowtown’s night life is a hive of activity during winter with an array of cosy, intimate bars and restaurants dotted around
Finz Seafood & Grill at Steamer Wharf is all about offering the freshest seafood dishes in Queenstown along with a diverse selection of meat dishes from the grill. “Seafood is our calling card and what we are best known for in Queenstown,” says restaurant manager Nicola
An elegant European-inspired Queenstown wine bar is raising a glass to its first year in business. Fino Wine Bar is celebrating its first anniversary this winter after opening in its superb location in the Queenstown Marina precinct on the shores of Lake Whakatipu last year. Co-owner Eugene