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Unlock the future of Queenstown with a front-row seat to our conversation with QLDC Mayor Glyn Lewers.  In a landscape where the visitor levy debate rages on and the innovative GST sharing scheme promises a financial revamp, we dissect the policies poised to redefine the region. Amidst the anticipation, skepticism lingers—will the practical execution meet the visionary planning? Our dialogue takes...

When the lights dim and the projector whirs to life, there's an indescribable magic that envelops you—it's a feeling Calum MacLeod knows all too well. Our latest episode takes you on a whimsical ride through Wanaka's Cinema Paradiso, a place where community and film intertwine to create something truly extraordinary. As Calum recounts his voyage from Scotland to the charming town of...

Otago Regional Councillor Alexa Forbes steers us through the complexities of land transport policies and their climatic crossroads. Our latest conversation unpacks the draft government policy statement's inclination towards road building and its ramifications on sustainable transport and local economies. Alexa, with a keen eye on the future, lays out her vision for infrastructure that cuts ou...

In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour  speaks with Benje Patterson, New Zealand's leading Regional economist, and Sharon Fifield, Chief Executive of the Queenstown Business Chamber of Commerce. They share insights on the sustainability of Queenstown Lakes  rapid growth and its impact on businesses, on the back of a business confidence survey. They delve into the pressures of maintaining growth...

In this Podcast, Brent Harbour speaks with Guyon Espiner, the seasoned RNZ presenter and journalist, as he shares his insights from the 'Breakfast with Papers' panel at Aspiring Conversations. They tackle the concerning trends of news outlets like Newshub facing closure, the troubling rhetoric of 'fake news,' and the unnerving rise of AI and deepfake technology in the warping o...

Have you ever pondered the moment when humanity must truly confront the impact of climate change? James Shaw, the seasoned voice on environmental action and former Climate Change Minister, joins  Brent Harbour, on The Outlet for an eye-opening discussion that transcends the basic environmental conversation. They delve into the collaborative dance between communities, the energized youth, and monum...

Grappling with the complexities of financial management in local government, QLDC Mayor Glyn Lewers joins  Brent Harbour for a  discussion about the fiscal hurdles and strategies in play within the Council.  As ratepayers' concerns weigh heavy on his mind, Glyn  talks about the Council's approach to balancing the budget amid Three Waters reforms and infrastructural overspends. He talks t...

Michael Glading is the Tournament Director of the New Zealand Open. We talk about his remarkable journey from caddying for Bob Charles to steering one of golf's most storied events. We explore the secrets behind the tournament's resilience, particularly during the recent pandemic, and Millbrook Resort's pivotal role in this enduring success. https://nzopen.com/tournament-info/ Thank...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown.  Clare Irons, chairperson of Impact 100 Wakatipu, joins Brent Harbour to unveil the influence of unified charitable giving. With a tally of $698,500 granted to local causes since 2020, Claire's conversation is a testament that when women come together, their financial contributions become a powerhouse of support for the community. Thanks for list...

The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this podcast  Amanda Robinson, co-founder of the Lightfoot Initiative, takes us on a  tour of the Aotearoa Bike Challenge. As someone who's traded the automotive thrills of a 'bogan', for the cycling buzz of London's streets and Queenstown's scenic routes, Amanda imparts a wealth of knowledge on the joys and environmental perks of peda...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, we discover two great events for Queenstown. First Brent catches up with Anna and Jo, to talk about the Chinese New Year Festivities at Ayrburn Precinct, including the Ayrburn Noodle Markets Feb 10th and 24th, and 15 days of celebration. Plus they discuss the rich traditions of Chinese culture and how that will be brought to life. Then...

Welcome to The Outlet Podcast: The Talk of Queenstown Brent Harbour chats with Queenstown's Mayor Glyn Lewers. With a year and a half at the helm, Glyn has led Queenstown through a few challenges at the end of last year. We find out about concerns from residents and council members, what to expect from the new government and the complexities of  Project Manawa. https://www.qldc.govt.nz/ Thank...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of  Queenstown In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Suzanne Prentice, the Southland based Trustee of the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust, and, Graeme Gale, Managing Director of Helicopters Otago Ltd,  that delivers the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter service. We chat about the rescue helicopters operations, how they cover such a huge region, and h...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this episode, host Brent Harbour talks to mountaineer Lydia Bradey, who in 1988 became the first woman in the world to climb Mt Everest without supplementary oxygen. She is a passionate mountaineer, an international mountain and ski guide, and a professional inspirational speaker. They talk about her remarkable feats in her mountaineering career, an...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to Benje Patterson, who's released his labour market report for Queenstown Lakes District. They talk about the implications of some of the reports findings, commuting trends between Central Otago and Queenstown-Lakes District,  and what the next steps are. https://www.benjepatterson.co.nz/ Thanks for liste...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, host Brent harbour, talks  to Sharon Fifield CEO of the Queenstown Business Chamber of Commerce and Angela Spackman the board chair. They look at business confidence in Queenstown, some of the challenges ahead, and how businesses are feeling about the summer season. https://queenstownchamber.org.nz/ Thanks for listening to The Outlet....

The Outlet, The Voice of Queenstown In this Podcast, Host Brent Harbour, talks to Duncan Spear the Marketing and Operations Manager for Puzzling World Wanaka who are celebrating 50 years, as  an  iconic visitor attraction. They chat about how the idea for Puzzling world came about,  where ideas for new illusion rooms come from and importantly, whats the design for cake to celebrate 50 years Also h...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to Elessa and Krista from Plunket, who do such great work in Queenstown and the region. We chat about some of the great community work they do and the programmes they run. plus they have a fundraising event coming up where your kids can meet Santa in his natural North pole Environment https://www.facebook.com/p...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Zac Coombs.  Zac  plays the role of Neil Diamond in The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond.  Zac has been surrounded by Neil Diamonds music from an early age, and playing the role is a dream come true. They chat about his favourite songs and what you can expect from the stage show in Queenstown...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour,  talks  to Annika from Country Lane, which is nestled on a farm just 5 minutes from Queenstown Airport,  with relocated heritage buildings and original farm structures, put together in a charming rustic village.  They talk about the farming history behind Country Lane, their sustainable practices and find out how yo...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to Kathryn Wright. Kathryn specialises as a rural counsellor, and is about to start her PhD, where her topic of research will be around small rural community wellbeing.  We talk about Kathryn's journey to counselling and her key findings from research she's done so far. This Interview talks about ment...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, host brent harbour,  catches up with the CEO of Queenstown Trails, the charitable trust responsible for the planning and development of more than 200km of trails in the Whakatipu Basin. They talk future plans, sustainability, technology and how the trust engages with the community. https://www.queenstowntrails.org.nz/about-us/about-us/...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Chris Goddard the Programme Director for the Milford Opportunities Project. They have just released the results of a Kantar survey, done with international visitors and locals, to get feedback on the future plans of Milford Sound. They  talk through the results and some of the interesting findings on, Acces...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Monique Kelly, General Manager of Wao. The Wao Summit is on from October 24th-29th. It's Six days of workshops, kōrero, films, tours and community events about creating tangible, long term social and environmental change. They talk about some of the things you will experience, and what Monique hopes yo...

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Queenstown In this Podcast, Host Brent Harbour talks to Guy Cotter. Guy's whole life has been spent in the mountains, in New Zealand, the Himalayas and many other mountain ranges around the world. He was introduced to the outdoors at an early age and his passion for the mountains eventually saw him focus on a career as a mountain guide where his skills saw h...