Chains must be fitted when traveling over the Crown Range tonight. Motorists are advised to use the alternative route via Kawarau Gorge as some cars are stuck on the Queenstown side. Less vehicles will make it easier for crews to safely clear the road and grit it for motorists. Further updates will be made available on our Facebook page and through e-texts.

Queenstown Town Centre Street Upgrades

Work to transform Brecon Street, Rees Street, Beach Street and Park Street into high quality public spaces that are safe and accessible for everyone, is complete.  

The upgrades create more space for people to wander and relax, including a continuous pedestrian link from the Queenstown Gardens to the Gondola.

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About the project

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Images and footage

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Frequently asked questions

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Working with you

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About the project

The upgrades feature improved walking and cycling facilities providing a continuous link from the Queenstown Gardens to the Gondola, bringing parts of the Queenstown Town Centre Masterplan to life. 

Designed in line with the Queenstown Town Centre Design Guidelines, the upgraded streets will incorporate high quality materials and weave in local cultural storytelling. 

The Street Upgrade programme is supported by funding from the Crown Infrastructure Partners.

Images and footage

We’ve now completed work to upgrade our town centre streets into inviting, family friendly and accessible spaces for everyone to enjoy.

The video below showcases a project timeline filmed with a drone.


We've also provided a selection of images below.

  • Rees Street, facing Marine Parade.

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  • Rees Street.

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  • Town centre wayfinding signage located on Rees Street.

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  • Rees Street, facing Beach Street.

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  • Rees Street from Beach Street.

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  • Beach Street.

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  • Design Concept: Brecon Street.

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  • Design Concept: Rees Street Brecon Street Stairs.

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  • Design Concept: Beach Street.

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  • Design Concept: Upper Beach Street.

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  • Design Concept: Lower Beach Street.

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  • Design Concept: Park Street.

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Frequently asked questions

We've provided answers to a list of frequently asked questions below.  If you have a question that hasn't been answered here, please email us at letstalk@qldc.govt.nz and we'll get it answered as quickly as possible.

Town Centre Street Upgrades FAQs

Working with local businesses and the community

Maintaining access to the town centre and supporting local business is crucial to the project delivery and we are committed to working closely with you to achieve that.   

We're regularly engaging with businesses and property owners so any issues arising can be dealt with quickly. If you live or operate a business in the town centre and have any concerns or questions about the construction, please do get in touch:

info@wtpa.co.nz