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It takes more than great views and fresh air to feel at home. 

Connect with a community of talented, highly-skilled people drawn to a healthy, adventurous lifestyle.

So much more than postcard good looks, the Queenstown Lakes District is a vibrant mix of lifestyles, backgrounds and expertise, all here for exceptional work and lifestyle opportunities. World-class schools, ultra-fast connectivity and an established community of dynamic business minds are all on offer. Tap into a healthier lifestyle without giving up connectivity to the global scene.

Discover a place where work-life balance matters and you and your family can find breathing space amongst a like-minded community.

Permanent population 41,400 (2020)

Expected to grow to 56,400 in 2028 and to 74,400 in 2048 (1)

Cardrona, Treble Cone, Snow Farm, The Remarkables, Coronet Peak

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Quality of Life Survey - over half of respondents indicated they exercised 5-7 days a week (55%). (2)

Healthy Environment

World-class events

Motatapu Off-Road Marathon, Sotheby’s International Queenstown Marathon, Luma Southern Light Festival, Winter Games.

Arts, Film & Culture

Queenstown Lakes is the third largest production hub in New Zealand.

In-house QLDC Film Office - coordinating screen activity in the region.

Tech & Start ups

A thriving ecosystem for startups supported by Startup Queenstown Lakes.

HIGHLY SKILLED RESIDENTS

Queenstown Lakes residents hold degrees or masters level qualifications at a rate of 37% more than the national average. (6)

More than 20% of the population are self-employed

Work and lifestyle co-exist. Access to outdoor spaces is easy. As is, doing business while outside the office.(3)

2020
Regional GDP Growth

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2020
National GDP Growth(5)

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New Zealand

Construction activity reached $901m in the year to March 2020

Despite COVID-19, construction activity has remained stronger than expected and will likely exceed Infometrics’ forecast of $770m for the year ended March 2020/21.(4)

Space to live and grow in Queenstown Lakes.

Far from the corporate rat race, Queenstown and Wānaka put health at the forefront — for people, the environment and the economy. 

Queenstown

Shaped by glaciers, gold rushes and tourism booms, Queenstown is a town born of a rich and ever-changing past. The town’s trail-blazing spirit is its enduring legacy.

Today, Queenstown boasts a population of 16,000 and provides a lifestyle where work and play go hand in hand. Queenstown is both hyper-global and hyper-local, and residents enjoy a work-life balance where flexibility is not only condoned but strongly encouraged. With world-class vineyards, golf courses, mountaineering and ski fields all within easy reach, it’s no wonder Queenstown is a bucket-list destination both as a place to visit and a place to live.

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