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'Reduced demand, falling prices': House values still dropping nationwide
Value drops have slowed in the last month but that's no reason to say things are turning.
Arrowdown death: Police make appeal to help identify luggage
Police are hoping his silver suitcase will help them identify where he was staying.
National Geographic tells travellers to visit NZ in 2023 for this one reason
The famous list recommends people visit Aotearoa if they want a certain type of trip.
Major drug bust: 12 people snared in Queenstown dark web operation
A large variety of drugs have been recovered, having been imported for sale locally.
'Fast Eddie' reflects on life, love and facing mortality after terminal diagnosis
"We're fighting a disease that's trying to beat us."
Lady of the lake's birthday cruise: TSS Earnslaw turns 110
A birthday party for the grand old lady of the lake celebrated heritage and the future.
TSS Earnslaw’s 110th birthday in Queenstown
TSS Earnslaw’s 110th birthday celebrations in Queenstown. Video / NZ Herald
'Devastating' impacts from triple fatal helicopter crash
'Every day, when I wake up, I think about what could have been...this has ruined my life.'
Battle against vegetation blaze continues as wind gusts threaten
Firefighters trying to contain vegetation fire above Glenorchy road near Queenstown.
'Feels really good': Lewers wins Queenstown mayoralty race
One-term councillor Glyn Lewers will lead the district for the next three years.
New Zealand named among top countries for luxury travellers
Direct East Coast links and top destination spas have US travellers dreaming of Aotearoa.
Ski field scare: Lucky escape after car slides off road
Emergency services rushed to the alpine scene at 5.15pm.
Roll on up: NZ's first ever e-bike fest wheels into Arrowtown this month
Fun, food and fine wine are as essential as the e-bikes at Cyclorama
27-hour rainmaker: Slip closes highway, heavy downfall warnings for north
Rain descends on the North Island just in time for the school holidays.
Guest's shock discovery at Queenstown 'room with a view'
The guest discovered her room's 'lake view' was not what it seemed.
Three mayoral races you should know about
The most fascinating local elections are happening outside of Auckland and Wellington.
Builders to battle for Albert Town birthing unit contract
Central Otago's maternity needs deemed "not fit to meet the future needs and growth".
Kingston Flyer makes first journey in a decade
Last July, the iconic Kingston Flyer received consent to operate commercially.
Five Eyes in Queenstown: Top spies jet in for secret gathering
Resort teeming with undercover operatives.
House prices fell $322 a day in August: New REINZ data
"More stock has lessened the urgency to buy'" REINZ chief executive says.
Queenstown operator to scoop up Christchurch mall for $160m
A big deal for Otago property group with Christchurch mall in its sights.
Police issue MDMA drug warning following death of 20-year-old
Police issue warning ahead of Queenstown music festival.
Wānaka gains world-class ski route made from Antarctic igloos
You'll find the unique igloos only in Wanaka's Harris range and Antarctica.
'Saw a gap in the market': New option for first home buyers in Queenstown
A company's building three-bedroom, 97sqm homes priced from $285,000.
Migrant chef criteria 'too much for Gordon Ramsay'
Queenstown eateries call immigration rules 'insanity' as kitchens go begging for staff.
Bartender convicted, fired after wiping friends' drinks bill
During his shift, he also consumed four alcoholic drinks without paying for them.
Music, mountains and skiing in togs at Queenstown's latest festival
Snow Machine is heading to the city early next month
'No light at the end of the tunnel': Hospitality at boiling point in Queenstown
Queenstown hospo is suffering from the influx of visitors and staff burnout.
'Missing the mark': Budget travellers shouldn't be ignored - businesses
Tourism Minister Stuart Nash said we won't direct marketing efforts at budget visitors.
Room check: Wyndham Garden in Queenstown
Herald Travel reviews another new hotel opening in Queenstown.
Queenstown Airport turned into virtual backpackers as passengers stay overnight
Given the late hour, and capacity issues in Queenstown, accommodation could not be found.
Accor-owned Ennismore to open four hotels in NZ
Hope of tourism recovery fuelling expansion of hotels throughout NZ.