Delays expected for building consent applications: Following a significant surge in consents lodged at the end of April, applicants should expect some delays to current building consents waiting to be processed. More information is available Building Services - QLDC

Building business capability and talent

The EDU works closely with local agencies and employers to develop and advise on initiatives to attract, retain and optimise our local workforce.

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Labour market reports

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Support

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Key projects

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Queenstown Lakes labour market snapshot quarterly report

This quarterly report is commissioned by Queenstown Lakes District Council and prepared by independent economist Benje Patterson, People & Places. Supported by Queenstown Business Chamber of Commerce, the report was originally commissioned in 2021 in response to a demand to understand workforce challenges in the district.

Previous reports are available:

Supporting events and the arts

As part of the Economic Development strategy, we support a balanced portfolio of community, sporting and cultural events.  A dedicated events team and contestable fund is available to support and promote growth in events and the arts.

Community funding information

Key projects

Collaboration with other regions

A regional project currently underway involves understanding what labour resources will be needed to support the booming construction industry - not only in the short term but for the future.

Queenstown Lakes Employment Hub

The EDU partnered with the Queenstown Chamber of Commerce in 2022 to support a collective programme of activity to educate and upskill employers around workforce attraction and retention.