Podcasts about Queenstown

A luxury real estate agent says there's huge interest only in two areas of New Zealand, with the Government's planned loosening of the foreign buyers ban. By next year, Active Investor Plus visa holders will be able to build or buy homes worth at least $5 million. They'll still need to invest another $5 million separately to qualify. Forbes Global's Anthony Mosinkhof says Auckland and Queenstown are the main options for foreign buyers. "The problem with this legislation is - the concentration of these buyers will be diverted to those two areas. It's a little bit of a shame that they aren't able to put more into the regions." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A real estate firm says there's plenty of interest from overseas buyers, keen to snap up high end property in New Zealand. Bayleys Queenstown chief executive and franchise group operations manager Stacy Coburn spoke to Corin Dann.

Jill Upton and Sam Isherwood chat to Mark Rose, Executive Director at the 5-star luxury hotel, The Rees in Queenstown about the wonderful Wine Weekend coming up 7-9 November. A weekend not to be missed by any wine and food lover!@thewineshowaustralia@thereeshotel

The talented Trent Watson, executive chef at the stunning Rees Hotel, will surprise and delight you with his lineup of dishes paired with amazing Felton Road and Neudorf Wines at the Wine Weekend on the 7th to 9th November. He takes food to new levels and even makes oyster shells edible!@thewineshowaustralia@thereeshotel

Lover of fine wines, Puneet chats to Jill Upton and Sam Isherwood about the Champagne and Bordeaux dinner coming up on Friday 12th December at the 5-star luxury The Rees Hotel in Queenstown. Another date not to be missed!@thewineshowaustralia@dhallandnash

2 - Albanese must save Queenstown's last bank from the pin-stripe mafia by Australian Citizens Party

Central Otago hospitality precinct Ayrburn is forecast to be the most popular attraction in the region. Winton Land owns the property near Arrowtown, which already has 10 restaurants and bars, while a screen hub, retirement village, and other amenities are in the works. Owner Chris Meehan told Mike Hosking it was a risk to turn what was an empty paddock a few years ago into this venture. He says they're aiming to be the thing everyone goes to in Queenstown, so projections of one million people to visit this year is a good sign. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's First Up pod with Melissa Chan-Green: fast-track consenting for supermarkets and a few more Costcos, the government says this will bring down grocery prices - we ask Labour's Consumer Affairs spokesperson Arena Williams for her reaction; the manhunt continues for armed suspect Dezi Freeman in Australia and in Queenstown, reporter Katie Todd tells us there are fears it could be the next Barcelona. First Up - Voice of the Nathan!

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 27th of August, we have good economic news: a new Westpac report says our growth is set to outpace Australia over the next few years. Does that stop the brain drain? Erica Stanford has another new visa up for grabs to get entrepreneurs in and spending. Mark Mitchell joins from Queenstown and Ginny Andersen joins from Fiji to discuss four year terms, burner phones, and the Tamaki Makaurau by-election. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I'm joined by Emma - florist, wedding vendor and recent bride, who shares her relaxed and personal Queenstown wedding. From planning a simple lakeside ceremony to creating her own florals, Emma's story is full of practical advice and thoughtful inspiration for couples wanting to keep things stress-free and true to themselves.

After eating his way through New York City's food abundant food offerings, Ben Davies decided to bring the bagel experience back to New Zealand. 

The Prime Minister could follow Australia's lead in an attempt to boost overseas stays through major events. A new report shows strong demand for hotels in the likes of Queenstown, but occupancy's down for Auckland and Wellington. Big names in the tourism sector, like Sudima Hotels believe more events equals more hotel rooms booked. Christopher Luxon told Mike Hosking that he's been looking at a model that Australia's Victoria once used. He says they had major events every quarter and micro-events every week, which is something to think about. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 - Call PM and Treasurer to save Queenstown's last bank by Australian Citizens Party

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Looking for the best horse racing betting tips this weekend? Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills, Peter Michael & Andy Newton for a blockbuster weekend of international racing — York Ebor Festival, the Curragh, Saratoga & Deauville - with big-priced value bets, strong opinions, and Group 1 analysis.

In this landmark 750th episode of the NZ Tech Podcast, Paul Spain sits down with Xero founder Rod Drury for an inspiring conversation on New Zealand's tech landscape. Rod dives into his post-Xero projects, the future of digital identity, challenges of globalisation, the nation's payment infrastructure, and Queenstown's innovation as a live lab. Expect fresh insights on AI strategies, public-private collaborations, fintech disruption, and how Kiwi ingenuity can shape the world. Don't miss this thought-provoking, future-focused episode!Special thanks to our show partners 2degrees, One New Zealand, Spark New Zealand, HP, Workday and Gorilla Technology.

The future of the Mount Lyell mine at Queenstown on Tasmania's west coast could become clearer early next year.

What is the future for the Queenstown mine

Two stories in the Herald today - one about the announcement from Christopher Luxon and Chris Penk yesterday, changing the building liability settings so ratepayers aren't burdened with picking up the tab that shonky developers, builders, or architects are responsible for. In the Herald story, they cite a case in Queenstown: the Oaks Shores body corporate filed a $160 million claim for weather type defects. The developer had been placed into voluntary liquidation and was not sued, so that meant every ratepayer in the Queenstown District was liable for the bill. If the case hadn't been settled privately, ratepayers could have faced rates increases of $300 a year for 30 years. I hate to think of what it's cost the Auckland Council when it comes to remediation of weather type defects, and it's still going on. Under the new rules, described as the biggest change to the building consent regime since it came into force in 2004, there'll be partial liability amongst the various parties involved in the development. At the moment, not only is it the cost, but councils have become increasingly risk averse because they don't want to sign off building consents and inspections if it means that they are liable if anything goes wrong and then ratepayers will have to pay. There's a real blockage in the system, Chris Penk says, and by having everybody share in the liability then that will help (they hope) clear blockages in the current system. Currently building owners can claim full compensation from any responsible party if there's something wrong with the home. If one of the parties can't pay because they've gone into voluntary liquidation, you can go to the other two, and usually that's the Council – deepest pockets, no option to walk away. The government's going to scrap the current framework and replace it with proportionate liability. Under this new model each party will only be responsible for the share of the work they carried out, which is great for ratepayers, great for councils, great for builders. Is it great for the homeowner? I wouldn't have thought so – you can only get the money back if the company is still there to sue. And if they've gone bust and if the Council's only liable for its bit, then you're not going to ever get anywhere near what you paid for a shonky building. This comes into the spotlight because we're looking at intensification and higher density of houses, which means throwing up more houses quickly. Chris Bishop, the RMA Reform Minister, has already told councils in our larger cities that they can opt out of the medium density residential standards that were introduced by the last government, that allowed for three storey developments on almost every residential property. But you can only abandon that if you adopt new planning rules to allow for an equivalent number of homes. In Auckland, that will mean the Council has to come up with two million homes over the coming decades. And how are they going to do that? Well, they've decided that they will build them along the transport lines, which makes sense. The suburb of Kingsland, for example, will see the removal of around 70 to 80% of the special character designation that preserves the cottages and villas, and 15 story apartment buildings will be thrown up in their instead because the suburb is close to the station on the Western line. Ten storey and 15 storey developments will be allowed within a 10 minute walk of some train stations, rapid bus stations, the edge of town centres. In Auckland, there's 44 walkable catchments. Height limits will be raised to six stories along more major transport corridors. And 12,000 properties will be down zoned, meaning it'll be harder to put new developments on them, or they won't be permitted at all because of natural hazards like flooding. If adopted, the plan will be open for public submission —this is specifically for Auckland— before the Council makes a final decision later this year. Auckland councillor Christine Fletcher is one who is vocal in her opposition to the density requirements, concerned that if it's not done well, it will give intensification a bad name. And when you look at some of the horrors that have been constructed around Auckland, you can understand why there would be concern. Bad enough to have a 15 story apartment building next to your bungalow bathed in all day sun, but if it's just in a constant state of remediation and fixing and disrepair and people having to abandon their apartments because it hasn't been done right and can't be fixed, it'll be even worse. It does have to be done right. There are areas of extreme ugliness, hideous apartments, townhouses jammed together with very little in the way of green spaces, no public transport nearby, few amenities. But then you have developments like Stonefields and Hobsonville Point in Auckland, which I would argue have been done very well. You might be able to point to parts of Hamilton and Napier where there has been intensification of housing. Outside of Christchurch, farmland has become residential in its nature, with developments there. Those that are done well are done very well. Those that are done poorly are just a blight on the landscape and a burden around the neck of anyone who buys them. How on earth are you going to have any confidence in buying a new build when partial liability is being introduced? When you can't get back what you spend because each party is only responsible for their little bit and so many of them will be able to do a flit? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The chef at the country's best restaurant says they're always improving to stay top of the game. From more than 300 contestants, Queenstown's fine dining hotspot Amisfield has once again been crowned 'Restaurant of the Year' at the Cuisine Good Food Awards. Executive Chef, Vaughan Mabee told Mike Hosking being in Central Otago helps them in many ways. He says the combination of their team and the area's amazing wine country, tourism, and product brings the success of the restaurant and vineyard. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of New Zealand's homes are beginning to fall. The latest QV Quarterly data reveals that average prices have fallen by 0.5% over the three months to July. Auckland is down by 1.2%, while Queenstown and Invercargill continue to rise by 2.4% and 1.2% respectively. The average price is now 13.1% cheaper than the artificial Covid peak in 2021. Brad Olsen, Infometrics' Principal Economist, told Mike Hosking with about half a year's worth of sales currently on the market, there's a lot of supply. On the flip side, he says there aren't as many buyers, with employment uncertainty and the hit many people's KiwiSavers took earlier in the year influencing buying habits. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queenstown's benefiting from another influx of winter tourists. Local operator Skyline has seen a 33% increase in international visitors to its luge, and a 21% rise in visitors to its gondolas. Other operators are also reporting a similar increase. Chief Operating Officer Danny Luke told Mike Hosking tourism is booming again. He says the winter's been vibrant and they're seeing real growth at the moment. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new $130 million luxury hotel development in Queenstown is designed to draw in more high-spending visitors. The new hotel will sit on an elevated 1.2 hectare site in front of the award-winning Kamana Lakehouse hotel in Fernhill. Once completed, it will encompass 37 ultra high-end residences across 10 architecturally designed villas, with a central facilities building. Destination Queenstown CEO Mat Woods says this will be a draw card for the entire nation - not just Queenstown. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 11 August 2025, Australia says it will recognise Palestine as a state, and New Zealand says it will make a decision on the same on one month. International relations expert Professor Robert Patman tells Heather why this is an important step - and whether it will mean any more aid gets to the starving people of Gaza. Labour leader Chris Hipkins on why his party keeps climbing the polls - and whether he would let the Greens' Chloe Swarbrick be his Finance Minister. Will Christchurch's new stadium be ready for the Super Rugby Round in April? Destination Queenstown's Mat Woods on the new super luxury hotel that's being built in Queenstown. Plus, the Huddle debates the pros and cons of recognising a Palestinian state and whether the Government needs more "legacy" projects. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new $130 million luxury hotel development in Queenstown is designed to draw in more high-spending visitors. The new hotel will sit on an elevated 1.2 hectare site in front of the award-winning Kamana Lakehouse hotel in Fernhill. Once completed, it will encompass 37 ultra high-end residences across 10 architecturally designed villas, with a central facilities building. Destination Queenstown CEO Mat Woods says this will be a draw card for the entire nation - not just Queenstown. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the podcast I'm joined by the lovely Ainsley, florist, wedding vendor and recent bride. You might know her from Floralcentric or have seen her stunning Queenstown wedding featured on the cover of Together Journal. She shares the real behind-the-scenes of planning her own wedding while working in the industry, plus her top flower tips and trends for couples currently planning.

On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast 2025 Tuesday 12th of August, the government's deciding whether to formally recognise Palestine as a state, Massey University's John Battersby tells Andrew the difference it will make. Queenstown tourism is booming; Mayor Glyn Lewers shares his thoughts. There's a call for the Government to take immediate action in the gas sector as supplies reach a crisis point, major gas users group spokesperson Len Houwers tells Andrew what the Government can do. Plus, Australia Correspondent Lesley Yeomans has the latest on Australia recognising Palestinian statehood. Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's believed our trans-Tasman friends are keeping tourism strong in Queenstown. Skyline Operators, who run the luge and gondolas, have seen international luge rides increase by 32.6% from 7.46 million in the last year to close to 10 million. Gondola rides have also risen more than 21%. Queenstown Mayor Glyn Lewers told Andrew Dickens they're crossing the ditch in numbers. He says the latest stat from the airport shows routes from Aussie are up 145% on pre Covid numbers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christopher Luxon says he and Anthony Albanese are on the same page about standardising regulations on both sides of the Tasman. The New Zealand and Australian Prime Ministers have wrapped up an annual catch-up in Queenstown. Luxon told Mike Hosking that they've also asked big business CEOs from both countires, to identify where things could be standardised more. He says Australia's states can have lots of differences in regulations, and they're keen to see where that can be standardised. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met with Chris Luxon this weekend, in Queenstown for the annual Australia-New Zealand leaders meeting. Luxon said in a world that's ever-changing, our relationship with Australia is a "bedrock", and Albanese shared a similar sentiment. But no announcements have been made so far between us. So what can we expect to come from this? what issues do both leaders agree, or disagree on? and what concerns still remain? New Zealand Herald Senior Writer Derek Cheng was down there to cover the meeting, and he's with us now... LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chrissie’s sleepy today, but that doesn’t stop her and Jack from getting to the nitty gritty…What’s the best thing/product/experience you’ve won using your points! Chrissie scored herself an Apple Watch with Telstra points she didn’t know she was racking up, Victoria gets gift vouchers to Flower Power, Tess was stoked with a Kitchen Aid & Pasta attachment, whilst Michael jet setted to Queenstown! Plus, we bring this week’s sweeping statements to the table and let’s just say, we’re not sure if you’re going to agree! (00:00) Chrissie once broke a camp bed! (06:25) What's the best thing you've brought with points? (14:22) Chrissie's Clickbait #1 (20:16) Chrissie's Quizzie (24:10) Sweeping Statements (33:35) Chrissie's Clickbait #2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jared McCulloch is the 1 News Reporter in Queenstown

Pad Thai is Thailand's National dish but is it authentic Thai food? Is the Pad Thai an overrated tourist trap that has its roots elsewhere? We find out the real story behind Thailand's most iconic dish in this week's rather spicy episode! What's a white guy got to do to find some 'authentic' Asian food around here?We continue the Thailand theme in Tales of a Trip, as we hear from a listener who's been backpacking Southeast Asia. On their trip through Thailand, they had a travel epiphany whilst wrestling with a scooter. This one's not for beginners!Adam also shares the story of his nail-biting flight into Queenstown. Adam's a nervous flyer at the best of times... This amount of turbulence will have you out of your seat, literally!Tune in for Thai food culture, backpacking tips and travel stories!What's your favourite Thai food? Submit your travel stories to: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatripNeed travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: ⁠⁠⁠https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=AmbassadorRequire an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: ⁠⁠⁠https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcastJoin our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcastCheck out our Discord: https://discord.gg/4hHRHtZCFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/Take a look at out our website: https://www.tripologypodcast.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tripologypodcastThank you, as always, for your continued support. It means the world.

In the battle against Queenstown's exploding rabbit population, a team of trained ferrets is leading the charge. Jim Curry and Jacqui Elson believe in the power of using pests, to fight pests. Katie Todd has more.

Sir Michael Hill's being remembered for his love of the arts. He died yesterday aged 86, after a cancer battle. Hill's chain of self-named jewellery stores began in Whangārei, before becoming a global brand. Former Queenstown Mayor Jim Boult says he's well-known for his Queenstown golf course 'the Hills', and the international violin competition he founded. He was also a cartoonist, publishing a weekly cartoon in the local newspaper, 'The Mountain Scene'. Boult told Mike Hosking Hill was one of those people who was never satisfied until they'd actually achieved something. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi business icon Sir Michael Hill is being remembered as one-of-a-kind. He died today aged 86, after a cancer battle. He opened his first jewellery store in Whangārei and grew the brand globally to Australia and Canada. He's well-known for his championship Queenstown golf course 'the Hills' and for founding an international violin competition. Company chair Rob Fyfe says Hill was always a student and never stopped learning. "Whatever he turned his mind to, he brought a vision, a creativity, a sense of aesthetic and design." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We're out in New Zealand and we had the pleasure of sitting down with Wrexham Director Shaun Harvey on the Fozcast. In this episode, Shaun gives us a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how transfers really happen — from navigating obstacles to sealing the deal.  With Wrexham now in the Championship, he also explains how the club's strategy might evolve as they push for a historic promotion to the Premier League… We also chatted about:

For Episode 167, award-nominated author Delia Pitts joined me to discuss her latest release, Death of an Ex, the gripping follow-up to Trouble in Queenstown. Delia shares the inspiration behind her brilliantly drawn private investigator, Vandy Myrick, offers a glimpse into her writing process, and gives listeners an exclusive sneak peek at book three in … Continue reading E167: Interview with Delia Pitts, author of Death of an Ex →

Queenstown's underlying infrastructure is unable to keep up with the rapidly growing tourism and population numbers. The town's infrastructure can't cope with international arrivals 28% higher than in 2019, and the population has doubled every 17 years in the last four decades. Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust Chief Executive Julie Scott says they're a smaller community who needs a lot of infrastructure they can't afford. She says they need the tools to enable them to have an equitable share in how infrastructure is paid for. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claytonalia Fettallienae joins us as he prepares to take on the Queenstown slopes and like all parents survives the school holidays.  What has the king been up to? Greg is locked in for Langkawi IRONMAN, but is choosing to take a different route to arrive on the island, a monsoon season bike ride through Southeast Asia and he fights his way to Break 85 by IRONMAN Busselton in December, he doesn't appear to have left the starters gates just yet?  Concerns? Doping Bans, Le Tour, New Points System for the IRONMAN TriClub program, just some of the topics on this week's episode. The ZOOT X KOA SPORTS store is OPEN! Zoot Sports - Koa Sports Join the Tribe. www.koasports.com.au

Chaz Monaghan is co-founder of Muma Matcha in Queenstown and joins Emile Donovan.

Trouble in Queenstown recently earned a Shamus Award nomination for Best PI Novel. Delia Pitts delivers with the sequel, Death of an Ex featuring private investigator Vandy Merrick. Vandy struggles to recover in the wake of her daughter's death and when her ex-husband Phil arrives in town to attend a fundraiser for a prestigious private high school. Within hours after Vandy reconnects with her ex, he's found murdered, steps away from her home. Infused with heart, Death of an Ex examines issues or race, class, and privilege in a small town where everyone knows the secrets and hidden relationships. Wonderful characters that you'll want to spend time with and a hero in Vandy you'll want to cheer on. Delia talks about creating this unique series, and how she came to become an award nominated crime fiction author.

It might be the jewel in the country's tourism crown, but local leaders say the healthcare system in Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago is more Third World than first class. Katie Todd reports.

A luxury hotel in Queenstown has been sentenced and fined more than $20,000 for illegally selling recreationally caught crayfish and not keeping records. Fisheries NZ compliance director Steve Ham spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A man who lived in a converted shed at an illegal Queenstown boarding house says the landlord told tenants to hide from inspectors. Bill Hickman reports.

Central Otago's iconic Cardrona Hotel is up for sale through private negotiation. The 162-year-old building sits between Wanaka and Queenstown. It's on the market for the first time in more than a decade. Co-owner Cade Thornton told Mike Hosking they'll be selling privately, with no real estate agents involved. He says there's been expressions of interest throughout their ownership, from overseas parties and nationwide. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey Snappety Snappers, today I chat with Carla Mitchell, who is a super talented photographer from Queenstown. She spends most of the year shooting amazing help-elopments, and also has a Photo Booth company, The Photobooth. She is now setting up Slay my Day; NZ's newest wedding and events platform, bringing together vendors and connecting them with couples looking for the perfect match! Slay My Day has a free signup period for vendors, which is valid until the 30th of June 2025 (although if you say you heard it here, let them know and they can extend it a few days).- - - - - - - - - Your host: Greg is based in Northland, New ZealandHis guest:Carla is base in Queenstown, New ZealandSponsors: Studio Ninja - SNAPPENING50 - 50% off first year Queensberry - SNAPPENING19 - 40% off Workspace Make it Snappen!

I News report Jarrod McCulloch on Queenstown's plan over freedom camping, interest in a gondola-style public transport network, and dealing with historic landfills.

Installing solar panels now stacks up financially for many households in all three of the country's biggest cities, as well as Queenstown thanks to plunging panel prices and rising electricity bills. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports.