An emergency water shutdown is affecting properties along Frankton Road, between Larch Hill and Marina Drive, while contractors are working to fix a burst water main on Frankton Road. Check out our Facebook Page for updates on when the water may be restored.

The boil water that was in place for businesses and properties across Queenstown following a number of confirmed local cases of illness caused by the protozoa, cryptosporidium, has now been lifted as of 8 December 2023.

Boat Ramp Permit Fees

To purchase a ramp fee, please visit our offices at either 10 Gorge Road in Queenstown, or 47 Ardmore Street in Wānaka.


Permit Fees

Item/s Cost
Recreation Boating Ramp Permit Fee $50 a year
Daily Ramp Permit Fee (up to 24 hours) $5

Other Fees and Information

Some important considerations include:

  1. A boat ramp permit is required per trailer.

  2. Boat ramp permits must be displayed on the trailer.

When these tickets are displayed, the $5.00 ramp fee does not apply.

For more information on fees, please check our Navigation Safety Bylaw 2018.