Wanaka
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Wanaka is a popular township located on the southern banks of Lake Wanaka in Otago on the South Island. It is Otago’s second largest resort town and enjoys a lively, but less hectic buzz than neighbouring Queenstown 70km away (one hour’s drive). From the South Island gateway city of Christchurch, it takes just over six hours to drive to Wanaka (428km).
Wanaka first garnered interest when gold was discovered in the 1870s, but nowadays it is the lake, Mt Aspiring, Cardrona ski field, Puzzling World, International World Heli-Challenge and the bi-annual Wanaka Air Show that help attract thousands of visitors. more
Wanaka seasons have their own special appeal: spring means blossom, summer sees many cloudless hot, sunny days, autumn is a riot of red and golden colours and winter is clear, crisp and sunny.
The peaks of Mount Aspiring National Park create a stunning panorama around the lake and it's easy for hikers and non-hikers to explore the park. Other popular activities include: wine tours, visiting the Wanaka Beerworks, golf, fishing, café and restaurant dining, horse trekking, canyoning, mountain biking, sky diving, hiking, skiing and scenic flights.
Accommodation options in Wanaka include apartments, baches, backpackers, bed and breakfast stays, holiday homes, camping grounds, hotels and lodges.
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ALTAMONT LODGE - Wanaka
ALTAMONT LODGE - Wanaka
Exceptional quality, friendly, budget priced self-service lodge within easy 20 minute walk along waterfront walk from beautiful downtown Wanaka. Large spacious lounge with logburner fireplace. Large family-friendly, well-equipped kitchen. FREE WIFI, drying room [winter only], laundry, spa-pool, barbecue available enquiries at reception. Single $79.00, Double/Twin $99.00, $20.00 each extra adult, maximum 4 per room. Under 2 years Free.
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- +64 3 443 8864
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- 121 Wanaka-Mount Aspiring Road, Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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BASE WANAKA - Wanaka
BASE WANAKA - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Only minutes walk from what can only be rated as one of the most beautiful lake and mountain vista views in the world. With two floors of accommodation, BASE Wanaka is setting a new standard in budget with luxury backpacker accommodation. Enjoy your dinner on our second floor guest kitchen balcony while watching the sunset—which is second to none!
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- +64 3 443 4291
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- 0800 BASE NZ (0800 227 369) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 73 Brownston Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
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BELVEDERE LUXURY APARTMENTS - Wanaka
BELVEDERE LUXURY APARTMENTS - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - The Belvedere provides holiday accommodation in new, stylish, luxury apartments with modern inclusions to ensure your holiday comfort at Lake Wanaka. All apartments are self-serviced and self-contained. All apartments have full kitchens and laundries. Many of the units have wonderful outlooks to the mountains and/or lake.
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- +64 3 443 6969
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- +64 27 228 4628
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- 25-29 Warren Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
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BERRY FARM BED & BREAKFAST - Wanaka
BERRY FARM BED & BREAKFAST - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to Wanaka's premier Bed & Breakfast, Wanaka Berry Farm and Bed and Breakfast. Located 3 minutes from Wanaka, this accommodation extends a warm welcome for visitors who want to stay in Wanaka. Come and enjoy this private, peaceful bed & breakfast homestay in rural setting close to the township of Lake Wanaka. Wanaka Berry Farm and Bed and Breakfast.
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- +64 3 443 7751
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- +64 27 499 9387
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- 83 Orchard Road, Wanaka, New Zealand
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BUCHANAN LODGE - Wanaka
BUCHANAN LODGE - Wanaka
Superb, boutique self-catering accommodation in delightful Wanaka. Live the ultimate dream and relax in this stunningly beautiful corner of the South Island. Situated on 60 acres of land designated as an area of 'outstanding natural beauty', Buchanan Lodge provides the perfect hideaway. A great place to shed stress.
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- +64 (0)3 443 9039
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- +64 (0)21 245 9847
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- Buchanan Lodge, 370 Buchanan Rise, Glendhu Bay,Wanaka 9382, New Zealand
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CANYONING NEW ZEALAND - Queenstown and Wanaka
CANYONING NEW ZEALAND - Queenstown and Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - The ultimate multi-sport adventure. An activity where you navigate your way down a mountain stream by jumping, sliding, abseiling and climbing. It's about getting out of your comfort zone and trying an awesome sport in a safe and controlled environment. Trips departing Queenstown and Wanaka all summer long, no experience required, don't miss out, BOOK NOW!
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- +64 3 428 0071
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- +64 21 0880 1779
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- 69 Beach Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
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CLEARBROOK WANAKA MOTELS - Wanaka
CLEARBROOK WANAKA MOTELS - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Wanaka Apartment Accommodation: Spacious... Comfortable... Quiet... Centrally located. Clearbrook offers 14 private, self-catering apartments and 2 x 3 bedroom town houses. All are fully equipped for your rejuvenating Wanaka holiday with a tranquil stream outlook. Free unlimited Wi-Fi, 50 plus channels of Sky with 'My Sky' decoders, air-conditioning / heat pumps, washing machine, dryer, in all rooms.
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- +64 3 443 4413
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- 0800 443 441 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 72 Helwick Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
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COPPER BEECH WANAKA LUXURY BED & BREAKFAST
COPPER BEECH WANAKA LUXURY BED & BREAKFAST
Mobile-friendly - New stylish five-star accommodation. Set on one acre, this boutique bed & breakfast has two well-appointed private ensuited guest rooms offering guests the highest level of comfort. Each guest room has large glass doors leading out to its own patio overlooking landscaped gardens and the mountains beyond. Indulge in superbly relaxing accommodation just a few minutes' walk to town.
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- +64 3 443 6595
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- +64 21 158 2601
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- 0800 874 537 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 66B Golf Course Rd, Wanaka, New Zealand
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COVER-MORE TRAVEL INSURANCE - New Zealand
COVER-MORE TRAVEL INSURANCE - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Every day, people like you choose Cover-More New Zealand. And it's not just for Kiwis! We also offer inbound travel insurance for travellers who are coming to discover the wonders of our beautiful country. Millions of people in Australia, China, India, Malaysia, the USA, the United Kingdom and New Zealand rely on Cover-More to help them keep travelling each year.
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- +64 9 308 2120
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- 0800 500 225 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Level 7 - Tower 2, 205 Queen Street, Auckland City, New Zealand
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CROSSFIRE WANAKA
CROSSFIRE WANAKA
Mobile-friendly - Enjoy a unique combination of shooting challenges: clay bird & target shooting, archery, mini golf, driving range & battlefield. The thing to do in Wanaka! Crossfire Wanaka, located in Criffel Junction is just a short 10 minute drive from Wanaka.
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- +64 3 443 5995
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- 9 Mount Barker Rd, Luggate, New Zealand
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DISTINCTION WANAKA ALPINE RESORT - Wanaka
DISTINCTION WANAKA ALPINE RESORT - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Nestled in a quiet location and enjoying wonderful lake and mountain views from many of the accommodation apartments, we are only a few minutes from the town centre and lakefront. Distinction Wanaka Alpine Resort was opened in 2006 and offers a choice of large, stylish one, two or three-bedroom apartments.
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- +64 3 443 2325
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- 0800 492 625 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 150-154 Anderson Road, Wanaka, New Zealand
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ECO WANAKA ADVENTURES - Wanaka
ECO WANAKA ADVENTURES - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Lake Cruise and Mou Waho Island Nature Walk. Cruise to this unique and magical reserve, walking the track to the serene Arethusa Pool near the summit for amazing lake and alpine views. See the rare flightless Buff Weka (half-day). Or combine with a 4WD backcountry adventure for the Wanaka Nature Encounter (full day). Queenstown departures available on full day trips.
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- +64 3 443 2869
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- 0800 926 326 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Wanaka, New Zealand
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EDGEWATER - Lake Wanaka
EDGEWATER - Lake Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Edgewater lies right at the water's edge of Lake Wanaka in the South Island of New Zealand. Our genuine local knowledge complements our inviting accommodation and enticing seasonal menus. Come and touch the seasons at Edgewater, Wanaka's only accommodation located directly on the lake edge.
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- +64 3 443 0011
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- 0800 108 311 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 54 Sargood Drive, Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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EMMA NEWMAN WEDDINGS - Christchurch
EMMA NEWMAN WEDDINGS - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Emma is a specialist wedding planner and co-ordinator who provides you with a very personal service to ensure you have a wonderful wedding. Minimise stress, save money and enjoy your wedding day knowing you have someone to support you. Whether you live here or overseas I would love to help you plan your perfect wedding day.
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- +64 3 355 2733
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- +64 21 678 877
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- 11 Highgate Avenue, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
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GO JETS - Wanaka
GO JETS - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Let us take you on an exhilarating jetboating ride down the mighty Clutha River. Spectacular scenery, fast flowing waters, passing old gold mining sites until you reach the “Devils Nook”. You will pass under the historic “Red Bridge”, camera stops and numerous 360 degree spins will be carried out during your Go Jets Wanaka jetboating trip. Pick up i-site Wanaka.
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- +64 21 305 563
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- 0800 GO JETS (0800 465 387) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Wanaka i-SITE, 99 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
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GO ORANGE SKI - Queenstown & Wanaka
GO ORANGE SKI - Queenstown & Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Go Orange Ski take the hassle and stress out of ski holidays – so that you have the perfect winter experience. We are the only company in Queenstown offering transport and snow packages to all four local ski resorts, making it the ‘one stop ski and snowboard shop’. We provide a high quality service whilst keeping competitive prices.
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- +64 3 442 7340
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- 0800 505 504 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 35 Shotover St, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
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KIDZ GO - Queenstown, Wanaka, Fiordland
KIDZ GO - Queenstown, Wanaka, Fiordland
Mobile-friendly - New Zealand holiday travel guide for families - the only dedicated family travel webguide to New Zealand. Kidz Go provides information for families visiting Queenstown, Wanaka or Te Anau. Family friendly accommodation, dining and activities, minimum ages for adventure stuff, child-minding, skiing with kids and more. Check our website for family information for all other New Zealand regions.
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- +64 (0)27 411 9530
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- Queenstown, New Zealand
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LAKE OUTLET HOLIDAY PARK - Wanaka
LAKE OUTLET HOLIDAY PARK - Wanaka
Lake Outlet Holiday Park is located near Wanaka and provides a traditional New Zealand camping experience. It's secluded with natural surroundings and only six kilometres from Lake Wanaka town centre. Lake Outlet Holiday Park offers comfortable camping without detracting from the natural beauty. It has all the facilities for Campervans with powered sites, non powered sites for tenting or cabins.
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- +64 3 443 7478
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- +64 275 342 427
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- 197 Outlet Road, Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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LAKEVIEW MOTEL - Wanaka
LAKEVIEW MOTEL - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Lakeview Motel is perfect if you are looking for affordable accommodation with breathtaking views over the lake and mountains. Our friendly and relaxed accommodation is just a short walk to Wanaka town and lakefront. The spacious rooms open onto a balcony where you can soak up the million dollar views. And the accommodation is self-contained.
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- +64 3 443 6955
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- 0800 2 VIEW LAKE (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 68 Lismore Street, Lake Wanaka 9305, New Zealand
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LAKE WANAKA CRUISES - Wanaka
LAKE WANAKA CRUISES - Wanaka
Discover the outstanding natural landscapes and the fascinating natural history of Lake Wanaka aboard the 55ft luxury catamaran Dual Image. As one of the most highly-rated activities on Lake Wanaka, a cruise will immerse you in scenery only experienced from the water. For those with something different in mind from our regular cruises, Dual Image is available for private charter.
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- +64 21 307 104
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- 0800 800 090 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Wanaka Waterfront Jetty, Wanaka
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LIME TREE LODGE - Wanaka
LIME TREE LODGE - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Lime Tree Lodge offers luxurious five-star boutique accommodation in one of New Zealand's most spectacular regions. An avenue of 'tilea cordata' lime trees lends the Lodge its unique name and character. The rustic Central Otago exterior, featuring local schist stone, opens up into a modern and stylish interior with no expense spared on making the surroundings comfortable for guests.
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- +64 3 443 7305
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- Corner of Ballantyne Road and State Highway 6, Wanaka, 9382, New Zealand
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LUXURY LODGE - Wanaka
LUXURY LODGE - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Live the dream; spacious luxury, privacy and stunning views of Lake Wanaka and Southern Alps from two luxury self-contained lodges, built around a courtyard with BBQ, pizza oven and water feature. Each lodge has underfloor heating, soaring ceilings, gourmet kitchen, lounge, bedroom and two bathrooms, just five minutes from shops.
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- +64 21 310 099
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- 88A Golf Course Road, Wanaka 9305, New Zealand
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MANUKA CRESCENT MOTEL - Wanaka
MANUKA CRESCENT MOTEL - Wanaka
Affordable, spacious, well-equipped accommodation (with kitchens). We offer free unlimited WIFI and all motel units have a 32" flat screen TVs. Located in a quiet residential area just 1.5km from the lakefront and town centre. Our Wanaka motel units are self-contained and can accommodate from 2 people in our studios, up to 5 people in our 2 bedroom family units.
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- +64 3 443 7773
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- 0800 626 852 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 51 Manuka Crescent, Wanaka, New Zealand
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A Journey Beyond II - A Bombtrack Movie Premiere
Join us for the premiere of Bombtrack Bicycle Co.'s 'A Journey Beyond II'. Marc Maurer shares the trials and tribulations of travelling light through exotic locations, diverse cultures, generosity of strangers and ...
Where: Good Rotations, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 34 Anderson Rd, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 7:00pm on Thursday 16th August 2018
To: 10:00pm on Thursday 16th August 2018
A Masquerade Ball Party
The evening will be an extravaganza of entertainment, with food, fun, live music and lots more! Dress will be formal for Wanaka’s very own ball, see our poster for more details.
Where: Lake Wanaka Centre, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 89 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 6:00pm on Saturday 18th August 2018
To: 11:55pm on Saturday 18th August 2018
Albi & The Wolves
This year Albi & The Wolves bring their diverse and fun brand of alternative acoustic music to Wanaka for the first time. From the trio you will hear songs of their own creation and funky recreations of songs you'll ...
Where: Gin and Raspberry Boutique Bar, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: Level 1, 155 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 8:30pm on Friday 24th August 2018
To: 11:55pm on Friday 24th August 2018
Chinese Politics and The Birth of Skiing
One mans crazy journey to the birthplace of skiing in western China: skiing with Mongolian and Kazak skiers whose technique and equipment has not changes in thousands of years. Learn about the role that traditional ...
Where: Edgewater Hotel, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: Sargood Drive, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 7:00pm on Friday 24th August 2018
To: 8:30pm on Friday 24th August 2018
Audi Quattro Winter Games NZ
The Audi quattro Winter Games New Zealand is an elite international Winter sports event. This will be the sixth edition of the Games, taking place during August and September 2018 in Queenstown, Wanaka and Naseby. ...
Where: Snow Sports NZ, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 78 Anderson Rd, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 8:00am on Friday 24th August 2018
To: 5:00pm on Saturday 8th September 2018
Wanaka Taste Night
Come along to this Taste Night and try some of the tasty recipes from the Taste Success nutrition programme. Programme written by a Naturopath and Nutritionist with all of the recipes being refined-sugar and gluten ...
Where: Lake Wanaka Centre, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 89 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 5:45pm on Thursday 30th August 2018
To: 6:30pm on Thursday 30th August 2018
Experience HU: The Sound of Soul
HU is a sacred sound and ancient mantra, that can uplift your life. Singing HU provides a sense of calm, strength, and centeredness. Come and experience chanting HU and enjoy spiritual conversation with others of ...
Where: Plunket Rooms, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 51 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 6:00pm on Thursday 1st September 2016
To: 6:30pm on Thursday 6th December 2018
Corona Sunsets Presents Summer Thieves
Free show - first in first served. After opening proceedings at a number of the Corona Sunsets Presents L.A.B. shows over this past summer, the Winter iteration will see Summer Thieves step up as the main event for a ...
Where: Barluga, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 33 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 9:00pm on Saturday 8th September 2018
To: 12:00am on Sunday 9th September 2018
The Chills - Snow Bound Tour with Finn Andrews (The Veils)
The Chills announce, Snow Bound, their new studio album due out on September 14th. Consolidating the album out upon the peaks and troughs of New Zealand’s wondrous land and soundscapes, The Chills set off again on ...
Where: Water Bar, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 145 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 9:00pm on Saturday 22nd September 2018
To: 12:00am on Sunday 23rd September 2018
Wanaka Taste Night
Come along to this Taste Night and try some of the tasty recipes from the Taste Success nutrition programme. Programme written by a Naturopath and Nutritionist with all of the recipes being refined-sugar and gluten ...
Where: Lake Wanaka Centre, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 89 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 5:45pm on Tuesday 2nd October 2018
To: 6:30pm on Tuesday 2nd October 2018