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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. Perfect group accommodation option. Relax and feel at home in our warm, wood-lined accommodation in Lake Wanaka.
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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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BELLA VISTA MOTEL - Wanaka
BELLA VISTA MOTEL - Wanaka
Accommodation located right in the heart of Wanaka, the Bella Vista invites Wanaka visitors to experience its friendly service and modern units at competitive rates. We offer 18 superior, fully serviced units, family and studio units (some with spa bath). Bella Vista Wanaka has Sky TV and wireless Internet. Modern guest laundry, Continental breakfast available. Free off-street parking.
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- +64 3 443 6066
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- 0800 235 528 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 2 Dunmore Street, Wanaka 9305, 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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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 - Get involved in an awesome multisport adventure with 3 different locations to suit the beginner to the experienced adventure seeker! Abseil, slide, jump and swim whilst getting upclose with some off-the-beaten track raw NZ beauty. Equipment and an experienced qualified guide to lead you through is included. Step-out of your comfort-zone and into some amazing memories of New Zealand.
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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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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 - With Lake Wanaka gently lapping at the lake edge you'll be overcome by a sense of blissful tranquillity from the moment you arrive at Edgewater. Our genuine local knowledge complements our inviting accommodation and enticing seasonal menus. Come and touch the seasons at Edgewater, Wanaka's only accommodated situated directly on the lakefront.
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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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GOODSTAYS HOLIDAY HOMES - Queenstown & Wanaka
GOODSTAYS HOLIDAY HOMES - Queenstown & Wanaka
Look no further if you're looking for central apartments, waterfront penthouses, comfortable family homes, alpine-inspired lodges, and quintessential kiwi baches. The team at Goodstays brings holiday-makers and holiday-home owners together. Check out our portfolio of self-catering holiday houses and there availability and book online, or talk to our Reservationist about your good stay.
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- +64 3 409 0537
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- Level 1, Chester Building, Cnr Camp & Shotover Streets, Central Queenstown
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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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MT. ASPIRING HOLIDAY PARK - Wanaka
MT. ASPIRING HOLIDAY PARK - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Mt. Aspiring Holiday Park is peacefully nestled in the hills just outside of Lake Wanaka township. Settle in for a relaxing holiday or stopover with beautiful views, plenty of space and fresh mountain air. Lake Wanaka offers a variety of outdoor activities in the hot and dry Otago summers and superb skiing in winter. Mountain bike hire. Adventure playground.
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- +64 3 443 7360
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- 0508 WANAKA (926 252) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 217 Wanaka-Mt Aspiring Road, Glendhu Bay, Wanaka, New Zealand
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NATIONAL TRANSPORT & TOY MUSEUM - Wanaka
NATIONAL TRANSPORT & TOY MUSEUM - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - This fascinating collection houses one of the largest private collections in the world. Nostalgic selection of toys with something to fascinate the child in everyone; clockwork and battery-powered toys, porcelain dolls, teddy bears, pedalcars, money boxes. Indoor and outdoor playing areas with pedal tractors and trucks for kids. 600 vehicles on display, 15 aircraft and 60,000 toys and miscellaneous items.
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- +64 3 443 8765
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- +64 27 255 1153
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- 851/905 Wanaka-Luggate Highway, Luggate, Wanaka, New Zealand
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TriWanaka MTB Duathlon
A fun community and family event for anyone keen to try an off road duathlon. A variety of course options to suit everyone. All ages and all levels of fitness. Adults and U16’s - 400m run, 5km (1 lap) or 10km (2 ...
Where: Corbridge Woolshed, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 707 Wanaka-Luggate Highway, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 5:30pm on Tuesday 26th March 2019
To: 7:30pm on Tuesday 2nd April 2019
Entrepreneur Coffee Jam
Energize your entrepreneurial spirit and meet-up with other founders, hackers, hustlers, investors and startup enthusiasts at our monthly coffee gathering. Entrepreneur Coffee Jam is free to the first 50 who book a ...
Where: Cinema Paradiso, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 72 Brownston St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 11:00am on Thursday 28th March 2019
To: 1:00pm on Thursday 28th March 2019
Business Basics Workshop
So you’ve got your business model down, and now it’s time to get serious and launch that venture. Where do you start? This 2-hour business basics workshop walks you through the essential steps to get your business ...
Where: Wanaka Recreation Centre, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 3 Parks Ballantyne Road, Wanaka, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 5:45pm on Thursday 28th March 2019
To: 8:00pm on Thursday 28th March 2019
The Original Gypsy Fair – Est'd 1990
For almost thirty years The Original Gypsy Fair has been travelling NZ and we will be back in Wanaka at the magnificent Wanaka show grounds on the lake front for our 27th fair of the 2018-2019 season. As always we ...
Where: Wanaka Showgrounds, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: Ardmore Street, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 9:00am on Saturday 30th March 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
Festival of Colour: Wai Water Wanaka
We’ve got a freshwater crisis on our hands. Water in the 21st century is still seen as a bringer of life and an ancestral voice, but it’s also a contested commodity and a saleable resource, and New Zealand is ...
Where: Lake Wanaka Centre, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 89 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 10:00am on Saturday 30th March 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 7th April 2019
Wanaka Harvest Long Lunch
As part of Local Food Month, join us for a long lunch at the beautiful Rippon Hall, Wanaka on Sunday 31st March 2019, Midday - 3pm. Enjoy a celebration of local food, community growers and the harvest’s bounty. All ...
Where: The Rippon Hall, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 246 Mt Aspiring Road, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 12:00pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
To: 3:00pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
Positive Pregnancy, Birth and The Post-natal Transition
Let's get together in a positive and supportive environment with Wanaka's passionate health providers and practitioners to discuss all things pregnancy, birth and what happens once you've had your baby. And share a ...
Where: Wanaka Primary School, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 7 Ironside Drive, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 2:00pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
Festival of Colour: Jordi Savall
Tous les Matins du Monde. For one rapturous performance only, baroque music superstar Jordi Savall brings to Wanaka the gorgeous music of late 17th century France. Savall performed the crucial sound track for the ...
Where: Lake Wanaka Centre, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 89 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 12:00pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
To: 1:10pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
Festival of Colour: Live Art in the Palace: SOLD OUT
Art Auction Fundraiser. Join two celebrated New Zealand artists for an evening of “performance art”. Dick Frizzell and Richard Adams will paint to a backdrop of live jazz played by The Gavin Adams Quartet (Nigel ...
Where: Pacific Crystal Palace, Wanaka, Otago
Address: 71 Ardmore St, Wanaka
From: 7:00pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
To: 8:30pm on Sunday 31st March 2019
Festival of Colour: Rooman
Tickets on sale: Friday 22 February, 8.30am ROOMAN is a heart-warming, heart-breaking, visual-musical extravaganza by Fleur Elise Noble. Back in 2011, we presented sell-out performances of Fleur’s stunning first ...
Where: Lake Wanaka Centre, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 89 Ardmore St, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 6:00pm on Monday 1st April 2019
To: 10:00pm on Monday 1st April 2019