Photo: ODT filesMore concerns have been raised that Queenstown is being unfairly favoured for council investment over Wanaka. "I have been proactive in supporting the necessary programmes in the Wakatipu, but we can’t just sit by without addressing our challenges also," Cr Smith said. Wanaka ward councillor Niamh Shaw said she opposed the draft consultation document because the starting point was untenable. Cr Macleod said the draft 10-year plan could always be changed and it would also be reviewed in three years. Submissions on the 10-year plan run until April 19 and public hearings will be held in Queenstown and Wanaka on May 10 and 11.kerrie.waterworth@odt.co.nz

Source: Otago Daily Times March 28, 2021 15:33 UTC