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Queenstown Lakes Police have executed multiple search warrants targeting alleged drug suppliers this week. Conducted over Monday and Tuesday, the searches led to the discovery of cash, brown crystal substances, cannabis, and capsules. Additionally, a firearms licence holder had their licence suspend

Community Trust South has announced its financial results for the year ending 31 March 2024, revealing a significant recovery in investment returns. The Trust reported an annual investment return of 9.8% after fees, a substantial improvement from the previous year’s -0.9%. This increase has brought

Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA) has voiced serious concerns over a potential increase in the international visitor levy, warning that millions of dollars could be at risk if the fee is raised to $100. Introduced in 2019 at $35, the levy was designed to help international visitors contribute more tow

New Zealand’s inaugural national tyre recycling scheme, ‘Tyrewise,’ is now fully operational, with free collections beginning today. Environment Minister Penny Simmonds hailed the initiative as a critical step in tackling a persistent environmental issue. “The first priority product stewardship sche

Jamie Winsloe has been elected unopposed to the Oreti Community Board following a recent by-election, replacing Karen Maw, who resigned suddenly in July. Despite the board’s recent internal strife, Winsloe remains positive about his new role and looks forward to serving the community. Winsloe, based

A six-metre-high guitar statue, once a symbol of Gore’s renowned New Zealand Gold Guitar Awards, is up for sale on Trade Me. The owner, known only as Frank, is looking for someone who will appreciate and take care of the historic piece. The guitar, crafted by local artist Errol Allison, was once a p

In a thrilling encounter at Whangarei, the Southland Stags secured their first win in the region in nine years, triumphing over Northland with a 31-26 victory. It was a game that had fans on the edge of their seats as the Stags turned a 19-point halftime deficit into a remarkable five-point win, lea

TVNZ has announced a substantial loss of $85 million for the full year, largely driven by a $62 million write-down in asset values and a $39 million decline in revenue. The state-owned broadcaster had posted a modest $1.7 million profit the previous year but faced significant challenges in the lates