Holiday alert! Please note, kerbside collections between 25-27 December and 1-3 January will be pushed out a day (even recyclers need a holiday). Find out more information on our Rubbish & Recycling Collection webpage. 

Wānaka Airport Future Review

In July 2024 as part of LTP consultation, QLDC signalled its intent to begin a process to develop a long term plan for the Wānaka airport. This page provides information about the proposed process and will be updated regularly as the work progresses. 

Overview

The future of the airport is an important topic for the district and it’s essential that the community, and Wānaka-Upper Clutha locals in particular, is part of shaping it.

While in the very early stages, there are many key questions to consider as the review progresses:

  • What is the community and stakeholder vision for Wānaka Airport?

  • How can we ensure engagement with the community on this important topic is effective?

  • What technical analysis is required before we consider potential scenarios? Economic, Social, Commercial, Environmental, etc.

  • What are the potential scenarios and what could future management look like?

What to expect

A procurement process is now underway to seek the independent delivery of the Wānaka Airport Future Review.

The intended response being sought includes a mix of aeronautical, social, economic, legal and consultation/strategic communication expertise.

Working with the community

This proposed process is intended to involve extensive engagement with key stakeholders, the Wānaka-Upper Clutha community and wider Queenstown Lakes District.


Confirmed details of the proposal, and subsequent community engagement will be shared in more detail, subject to a workshop on 12 November 2024.