Your team training and development destination

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1 Your team training and development destination

2 Awe-inspiring Queenstown Imagine magnificent alpine landscapes sloping down to pristine lakes and 360 degree views of nature at its best. Now imagine a buzzing town offering a unique energy, a warm welcome and a huge range of activities. Queenstown is the Southern Hemisphere s ultimate four-season Lake and Alpine Resort, drawing almost 2 million visitors every year. With an urban population of just 12,500, Queenstown accommodates the influx of visitors exceptionally well and offers travellers the culture and atmosphere of a major city, all within an easily accessible area. These are the reasons Queenstown is rated as New Zealand s top travel destination by Trip Advisor and why so many visitors return.

3 Queenstown Events Centre New Zealand Rugby League Squad 2014 VISITING TEAMS & ATHLETES During the past 12 months, Queenstown Events Centre has proudly hosted the following teams and athletes: NZ Rugby League Squad 2014 Lisa Carrington, NZ Olympic Gold Medallist - K1 200m St Kilda AFL Sri Lankan World Cup Cricket Squad Otago Volts Cricket Team Collingwood AFL Southern Steel Netball Team Jonathan Brownlee, UK Olympic Bronze Medallist - Triathlon US Ski Team YOUR NEXT TEAM TRAINING VENUE Queenstown Events Centre is an extensive multi-purpose sport and recreation facility. Operated by Queenstown Lakes District Council, our mission is to provide a range of opportunities for teams and individuals to embrace their passion for sport, recreation and competition in a motivating and high quality environment. ALL-IN-ONE FACILITY With a vast range of facilities at one easily accessible location, Queenstown Events Centre can offer everything you need in a team training facility: sports fields, courts, pools, gym, recovery, climbing wall to name a few. This, combined with a team of dedicated staff, means we re well-resourced to not only meet but exceed the needs of our visiting teams and athletes. Having access to everything we need in one location has been great. The gym, basketball courts, pools, change facilities and recovery areas are all exactly what we re looking for in a training facility. ADAM BASIL High Performance Manager, St Kilda Saints

4 SPORT & RECREATIONAL VENUE Specifications Features: 1 Aquatic facility 2 Gym facility 3 2x indoor courts: Wooden, fully sprung 4 Oval: 20,454m 2 5 Grandstand: 600 pax 6 Function room: 205m 2, 250 pax, projector 7 Kitchen 2 8 Private changing rooms 1 9 Climbing wall: 12m tall, ideal for rehabilitation & recovery 10 On-site parking Recreational equipment available GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR VISIT Tell us what you need and we ll do our best to cater for you. When you train at our facility, you ll have one point of contact. Our Sports Bookings Coordinator is dedicated to managing your requirements and ensuring you get the most out of your visit. Providing private and secure facilities, additional equipment, extending our opening hours and arranging catering are just some of the things we can offer.

5 AQUATIC: ALPINE AQUALAND 25m lap pool Portable ice baths Hot pool Aqua fit GYM: ALPINE HEALTH & FITNESS Multi-level floor space with cardio and weight areas Olympic platforms, bars and squat rack RPM studio with 30 bikes Group fitness studio Qualified Les Mills, yoga and stretch instructors Outdoor workout area and equipment MEDIA LIAISON ASSISTANCE Our experienced Communications department can assist you with any publicity requirements during your visit. From providing local media contacts and arranging press conferences, through to coordinating PR opportunities such as school or charity visits, we re happy to work with you to create the best possible local exposure for your team. Lazy river and recovery pool Overall the complex is a great facility. The court is very high quality which makes a big difference for training and recovery. Everything you need is in one location which is very convenient. Some of our team are injured so it s been fantastic for them to be able to take advantage of the pool and gym while the others are training. WENDY FREW Captain, Southern Steel

6 THRILL-SEEKERS PLAYGROUND PARAGLIDING SKYDIVING RAFTING Team development at New Zealand s adventure capital JETBOATING BUNGY JUMPING CANYONING A GOOD NIGHT S SLEEP After a long day of training and adventure, a good night s sleep will be just what the doctor ordered. Queenstown offers an excellent range of accommodation options and can cater for individuals through to large groups and everything in between. GOLF Queenstown offers six stunning golf courses suitable for beginners all the way through to professional golfers. We re also proud to be home to three of New Zealand s top courses: Millbrook, Jacks Point and The Hills. SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING Boasting three spectacular ski fields: Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Cardrona. MOUNTAIN BIKING Including downhill, cross country, scenic, heli-biking and the new 110km Queenstown Trail. BON-APPÉTIT World-class culinary options leave you spoilt for choice in Queenstown. With over 150 bars, restaurants and cafes, from affordable-dining to exotic cuisine, there s a flavour and a price range to suit everyone.

7 If there s one thing Queenstown locals and visitors are madly passionate about, it s the outdoors. Summiting peaks all year round, skiing the slopes throughout the winter and revelling in the bluest of waters during long summer days. Regardless of the season, opportunities for adventures in Queenstown are endless and make for great team development experiences. Most popular are: GETTING HERE Queenstown International Airport Conveniently located adjacent to Queenstown Events Centre, direct international flights depart and arrive at Queenstown from Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne and Sydney. MOUNTAIN AND ROCK CLIMBING The number of surrounding peaks speaks for itself, Queenstown is a rock-haven. HIKING Conveniently located near three of New Zealand s eight Great Walks the Milford, Routeburn and Kepler tracks. BOATING Urban Queenstown lines the shores of Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand s longest lake, where tranquil bays offer premium boating opportunities. Numerous lakes located throughout the region contribute to its spectacular beauty. Four internationally recognised airlines operate from Queenstown Airport, including Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Queenstown is also a main centre for domestic flights. GOLD COAST MELBOURNE SYDNEY BRISBANE QUEENSTOWN Everything about training at Queenstown Events Centre is convenient. We don t lose a day we can leave Melbourne at 9am and be on the field in Queenstown by 2pm on the same day. MARCUS WAGNER Operations Manager, Collingwood

8 BRENDON KING Sports Bookings Coordinator P: M: E: brendon.king@qldc.govt.nz QUEENSTOWN EVENTS CENTRE Joe O Connell Drive, Frankton P: E: qec@qldc.govt.nz sportrec.qldc.govt.nz /QLDCSportRec /QLDCSportRec Irish Rugby World Cup Squad 2011