A hidden lake in a remote part of Fiordland is the focus of a genuine Kiwi experience created by Fiordland Outdoors to encourage New Zealanders to see more of their own backyard. Owners Mark and Christine Wallace saw the potential for visiting the little-known Lake Hankinson
The Milford Haven scenic cruise on Milford Sound is much more than just a boat trip with its contemporary fit out and stylish cafe setting it apart and reinforcing its role as a leading operator in the area. RealNZ Milford Sound experience manager Chantelle Gray says
Moss Spa, the recently opened spa at the Five Mile centre is an oasis of wellness, rejuvenation and relaxation with an array of high-quality spa treatments. Manager Maree Welgus says the contemporary space in the hotel caters for Queenstown locals as well as guests from
Sarah McBride and Sarena Glass of New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty have an enviable reputation in the Queenstown property industry as a highly successful partnership. QT Magazine spoke to them about the latest trends. How challenging have the past 18 months been due to the global
Janie Reese wants to encourage more women to play golf and she has a mission as a professional golf mentor to make the game more fun and less intimidating through her business Kiss My Putt. “I want to take the fear out of golf, remove the
NZ Open organisers have a strong commitment to getting the largest event on New Zealand’s golfing calendar back on track in 2022 after a forced cancellation in 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. “Despite the uncertainties that continue to exist we’re working hard behind the scenes
Making the shift from stonemasonry to sculpture art was a huge leap of faith for Shane Woolridge but one which now sees him recognised as one of New Zealand’s most innovative artists. Originally from the U.K. Shane spent over 30 years working as a stonemason but it
An ever-increasing awareness of Central Otago as a biking hub, coupled with an upsurge in cycling as a recreational pursuit, is leading to predictions of a bumper spring and summer on the trails in the region by bike company specialist Bike It Now! The company operates
When Benjamin Naylor built Victoria Store in Clyde in 1869 little did he realise the important legacy his traditional schist buildings would leave for future visitors to the region. Miners flocked to the Otago goldfields in the 1860s and Naylor’s store was a key outlet for
Valli Wine’s commitment to sustainability has received a standing ovation from judges at the 2021 International Wine Challenge (IWC) in London awarding the Valli Gibbston Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019 the coveted IWC Sustainable Trophy. The wine also won the Central Otago Pinot Noir Trophy and was