We have partnered with the Whakatipu Reforestation Trust since 2016. Beyond an annual financial contribution, the team from Queenstown Airport also provides in-kind support, as well as volunteering at the Jean Malpas Nursery and planting days. We are also a partner in the Shotover Wetlands biodiversity restoration project.
Find Out MoreQueenstown Airport is proud to have been a major sponsor of Coastguard Queenstown since 2011. Coastguard plays a critical role and is an important asset for the Whakatipu community. Our partnership with Coastguard is a natural fit between one lifeline utility and another.
Find Out MoreHere's to a perfect pairing!
We've committed to providing $25,000 a year for three years to help build the resilience of KiwiHarvest in the Southern Lakes region.
The charity tackles two big problems with one clever solution: rescuing food before it goes to waste and redistributing it to those in need. We're big fans of their work and proud to have a tangible way to show our support.
Queenstown Airport has again partnered with the Queenstown Business Chamber of Commerce since 2022 to organise a series of events featuring prominent leaders. This year's themes are Resilience, Experience, and Community. Titled ‘Elevate,’ the programme features several morning and afternoon speaker events, as well as a business lunch. It is open to all businesses wishing to learn and features a mix of inspiring local and national speakers.
Queenstown Airport's General Manager Sustainability & Corporate Affairs, Sara Irvine, says: “As a vital part of our region’s infrastructure, Queenstown Airport is committed to supporting the community. This partnership with Queenstown Business Chamber aligns with our aspiration to support the Queenstown business community and play a role in building collective pride in our district.”
The Wakatipu Community Foundation builds endowment funds that benefit all aspects of our community, today and tomorrow. It is part of a global movement that matches community aspirations with philanthropic intent to create a local force for good.
Queenstown Airport is a strategic partner supporting the foundation's operations.
Learn more about the foundationQueenstown Airport has been a Gold Pride Pledge supporter since 2017. As a company, we're committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming airport environment for everyone – visitors and staff.
The Lakes District Air Rescue Trust (LDART) was established in 1991 to provide emergency medical transport in the Southern Lakes region of New Zealand.
Today, it supports dedicated helicopter air ambulance services and Search and Rescue capability across the lower South Island. This support is provided by way of funding for emergency medical equipment, equipment maintenance, and training for specialist crews on medical and rescue helicopter missions in our region.
Queenstown Airport sponsors the Wānaka Business Community Contribution Award.
Queenstown Airport’s partnerships programme aims to foster a sense of community pride and connection across the district. The Community Contribution Award enables us to pause and reflect on the business industry’s collective success in this area and highlight those collaborating to make a lasting positive impact on the wider community.
For many years, Queenstown Airport has been a proud supporter of the Branches Trust Work Day to help students raise funds for their annual Year 10 school camp.
The Branches Charitable Trust was formed in July 2009 to underwrite the camp, because of escalating costs. By ensuring the continuity of the Branches Camp, the trust fulfils its primary objective in promoting, fostering and supporting the development of young people in the Whakatipu community.
Watch a videoThe sponsorship is designed to kick-start the A&P show's journey to becoming a waste-free event. In the first year, the primary purpose of the sponsorship was to enable DISHrupt to activate at the show. Queenstown Airport has since become the red-ribbon sponsor of this popular community event, providing kids with a fun and interactive area.
Find out more about the showAn amazing community asset located across the road for the Shotover Country Primary School. The idea was brought to life by the community resident association with the support of many local businesses, including Queenstown Airport. Rumour has it, kids are ready for school nice and early these days, just so they can get a quick turn on the ramp before classes start!
