Category: Community

Sustainable Glenorchy (SG) draft mission statement

Sustainable Glenorchy (SG) Beyond the township’s stunning natural setting, this being the facade seen by the casual visitor, Sustainable Glenorchy’s focus is to ensure, through careful ongoing management, that the air, water and soil in our community continue to be as pure as possible for future generations. We encourage individuals and groups in our community to […]

Glenorchy races 2024

Calling all Stall Holders  – If you are interested  in having a stall at the Glenorchy Races 2024, please send a letter to the Lakeside Rugby Club by the 30th October.  If you have any questions please contact Brylee 021 2515542. Email [email protected] 

Can Queenstown be a 10 minute town?

What? Biketober Green Drinks: Can Queenstown be a 10 Minute Town?When? 7pm, Thursday 19 OctoberWhere? Sudima Hotel, Five Mile Ge tickets here The 10 Minute Town Concept seeks to have all community facilities and services accessible within a 10 minute walk or cycle from homes or accessible by public transport services connecting people to larger scaled settlements.” – The Southern […]

Takahē update

Kia ora Koutou, Just a note to update you on the progress of the takahÄ“ recently released to the Greenstone Valley, which is a huge milestone for takahÄ“ recovery, built on decades of mahi and support.  Our confidence in releasing takahÄ“ here is a reflection of, and reward for, the amazing work that has been […]

The Glenorchy Community Trust

The Trust is preparing to receive applications for grants in November this year. Application forms and details can be found on the Trust website at https://glenorchycommunitytrust.co.nz . Applications should be made by the 20th of November using the format on the website. Applicants who wish to discuss their applications should contact the [email protected] . As the trust is establishing […]

QLDC inclusionary zoning policy (social impact assessment)- invite to focus group

Kia ora Glenorchy Community, We are reaching out to share updated times available for anyone interested in sharing feedback on existing housing conditions, affordability and the potential social changes that may result from Queenstown Lakes District Council’s (QLDC) Proposed Inclusionary Housing Plan Change. This plan change proposed to include inclusionary housing rules in the Proposed […]