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8 Dec 2023
Queenstown Lakes District Council has confirmed the boil water notice for remaining parts of Queenstown can now be lifted. qldc.govt.nz/2023/december/1…

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5 Oct 2023
Queenstown Lakes District Council has confirmed the boil water notice for its Kelvin Heights water distribution zone – also including Frankton, Hanley’s Farm, Quail Rise and Tucker Beach Rd – has been lifted with immediate effect. qldc.govt.nz/2023/october/23…

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30 Sep 2023
* Winter Road Report ** Sunday 1 October – 7.01am It's going to be cloudy across the district and do expect some winds. No issues to report across the roading network - so just a reminder as always to take it easy as you head out. createsend.com/t/d-A243E6964…

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29 Sep 2023
* Winter Road Report ** Saturday 30 September – 6.55am Due to forecast snow on Crown, there is a truck patrolling.  Drivers will notice snow has fallen up there but is not settling. createsend.com/t/d-211CB0656…

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29 Sep 2023
Queenstown Lakes District Council has successfully secured treatment solutions to address the current Queenstown-based outbreak of cryptosporidiosis and can now advise the plan ahead. The latest update is available below. qldc.govt.nz/2023/september/…
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28 Sep 2023
** Winter Road Report ** Friday 29 September – 6.51am An active front is moving across the district, with showers, possibly heavy from afternoon as westerlies turn southerly. The snow level should lower to about 700m later in the day. createsend.com/t/d-68825FC9B…

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UPDATE 10:40AM TUE 26 SEP SH6 Haast to Makarora remains CLOSED - The 12pm and 4.30pm convoys for today are confirmed for vehicles up to five tonnes which includes campervans and light vehicles towing trailers. See details here: nzta.govt.nz/haast-pass-sh6-… ^JP

SH6 HAAST TO MAKAROA - SLIP - 3:50PM MON 25 SEP SH6 remains CLOSED at this time. Weather permitting and subject to confirmation following a final assessment at 9am, two escorted convoys for light vehicles only will be run tomorrow at 12pm and 4.30pm. nzta.govt.nz/waka-kotahi-wor… ^JP
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QLDC retweeted
#Amritkall MoS @RanjanRajkuma11 met with Mayor of #Queenstown Glyn Lewers this morning. Both sides discussed the vast potential in promoting tourism, including film making, sports & culture between India and South Island. @MEAIndia @QLDCinfo @MinOfCultureGoI @EduMinOfIndia
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25 Sep 2023
Today marks our last regular Winter Road Report for the 2023 season, as we’ve got a bit more of that warmer spring weather around and far less winter road conditions to identify. If winter conditions return, we’ll jump back on deck and start the reports up again!
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25 Sep 2023
We’d like to thank everyone who has sent in kind messages throughout the Winter Road Report season – we always really appreciate them. While might not be sending through a regular morning report anymore, you can still report any conditions or roading issues on 03 441 0499.
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24 Sep 2023
** Winter Road Report ** Monday 25 September – 7.01am While there are no winter issues impacting our roading network today specifically, we are still cleaning up after last week. Full report: createsend.com/t/d-CC97B8087…

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23 Sep 2023
** Winter Road Report ** Sunday 24 September – 6.52am A mix of wet and dry roads across the network. Roads are open but drive with care and observe any warning signs left in place. Full report: createsend.com/t/d-191B28995…

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22 Sep 2023
** Winter Road Report ** Saturday 23 September – 7.12am Watch for surface water throughout the network. Drive with care and please find up to date information for weather affected roads on our QLDC website at qldc.govt.nz Full report:createsend.com/t/d-899723275…

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20 Sep 2023
Mayor Glyn Lewers and QLDC Property & Infrastructure Manager Tony Avery will be providing an update on the Cryptosporidium outbreak from 10.30am this morning. A livestream will be made available via our Facebook page and a recording uploaded to our website soon afterwards.
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20 Sep 2023
A recording of this meeting has been made available on our YouTube channel: youtu.be/ByufsZxsMpI You can also access this recording via our website and Facebook page.
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20 Sep 2023
** Winter Road Report ** Thursday 21 September – 6.43am It's very wet across the whole region with severe wind in localised areas. Snow is forecast on the Crown Range this evening so keep an eye out for road report updates. Be safe. Full report: createsend.com/t/d-E53174D2E…

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19 Sep 2023
** Winter Road Report ** Wednesday 20 September – 6.41am A warm and wet morning with strong wind and heavy rain warnings forecast over the coming days including snow on the Crown Range. Keep an eye on the forecasts to plan your journey. Full report: createsend.com/t/d-8FBC743D8…

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18 Sep 2023
** Winter Road Report ** Tuesday 19 September – 6.40am Another moody day for the district with a dip in temperatures and some damp roads. Watch for icy spots if commuting over the Crown Range. Take care. Full report: createsend.com/t/d-A4F7D3E78…

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18 Sep 2023
Queenstown Lakes District Council has this afternoon issued a boil water notice to Queenstown and Frankton residents and businesses on a public supply. qldc.govt.nz/2023/september/…
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17 Sep 2023
** Winter Road Report ** Monday 18 September – 6.45am Snow has fallen over the Crown Range summit which has been cleared and gritted, otherwise it's another wet and windy day across the district. Drive with care out there. Full report: createsend.com/t/d-0152C1218…

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