Stakeholder information: Skyline Queenstown Development Project

Stakeholder
information:
Skyline
Queenstown
Development
Project
Skyline Queenstown is investing $60 million into a
significant upgrade and expansion of our leisure,
dining and entertainment complex - one of the most
significant investments Skyline has made since the
current gondola system was installed in 1987.

Introduction
     Skyline Queenstown is investing $60 million into a significant upgrade and expansion of our
     leisure, dining and entertainment complex.
     This development represents our vision of endeavouring to provide a world-class leisure
     and entertainment facility and, with visitor numbers to New Zealand expected to grow by
     5.4% each year, we see the potential for investing in the future of Queenstown and
     New Zealand tourism.
     Above all, we are dedicated to creating something that local businesses and the wider
     community will be proud of and can enjoy for years to come.
     We are still in the initial stages of planning this development and your feedback is important
     to us. Please contact Skyline Queenstown General Manager Lyndon Thomas, or email
     development@skyline.co.nz with any thoughts, questions or concerns you may have.
     We’ve also launched a dedicated website to keep you informed about the development.
     Visit www.skylinedevelopment.co.nz to view artists’ impressions and find out more
     information about the project.

     Mark Quickfall, Skyline Enterprises Chairman

     The Development
     As well as a complete redevelopment of the upper complex and brand new bottom terminal building,
     the Luge chairlift system will be replaced and the current four-seat gondola system will be replaced
     with a state-of-the-art 10-seat gondola.

     Terminals
     The bottom terminal on Brecon Street will be replaced and expanded to accommodate increased
     visitor numbers as well as the new gondola cabins, which will be considerably larger in size than
     the current gondola cabins. New construction will be to the north of the current terminal; therefore,
     public car parking spaces will not be affected.
     The new and improved upper terminal and complex will double in size to house a new restaurant,
     conference facilities, café and retail operations.

     Gondola
     The new gondola system will be one of the most technologically advanced in the world. The current
     four-seater gondolas will be replaced with up to 34 new 10-seater gondolas, which is a 172% increase
     in capacity of the current system. The new gondola is expected to be operational by winter 2018.

For more information on the progress
visit: skylinedevelopment.co.nz

Chairlift
     The existing two-seat Luge chairlift will be replaced with a modern four-seat chairlift. The new chairs
     will also have the capacity to carry three Luge carts instead of the current two.

     Restaurant
     Skyline Queenstown’s Stratosfare Restaurant and Bar will undergo a revamp and expansion to
     accommodate up to 650 diners, nearly doubling its current capacity of 330. The restaurant, designed
     with a flexible configuration for multiple dining options, is anticipated to open in 2018.

     Conference and incentive facilities
     Skyline Queenstown’s conference and events space will be extended from its current area of 390m2
     to 780m2 . The new facility is designed to cater for up to 770 delegates or 50 exhibition booths and
     will include a business centre, 200m2 plenary room and four smaller meeting rooms. The facility is
     expected to be operational in 2018.

     Market Kitchen
     The Market Kitchen café will double in size from 260m2 to 540m2 to provide further dining options.
     It will continue to offer various food stations of both New Zealand and international cuisine.

     Retail
     Four separate retail spaces are included in the development.

     Viewing platforms
     The existing 68m2 viewing platform will be extended to a total of 430m2 deck space, for guests to
     enjoy phenomenal views of Queenstown and surrounds from different angles.

     Timeline and temporary closure
     Proposed timeline
     Autumn 2017:        Earthworks begin
     Autumn 2017:        Upper complex construction begins
     Spring 2017:        Lower terminal construction begins
     Autumn 2018:        Skyline Queenstown temporarily closes for 8-12 weeks
     Winter 2018:        New gondola and chairlift systems operational
     Winter 2018:        Construction completed.

     Temporary closure
     To facilitate construction while minimising disruption to guests and other businesses, Skyline
     Queenstown will temporarily close for approximately 8-12 weeks in autumn 2018. The new gondola
     and chairlift will be installed during this shut-down period with the aim to have them operating by
     July 2018.

For more information on the progress
visit: skylinedevelopment.co.nz

About 80% of construction work will occur either side of the temporary closure, and every effort will
     be made to ensure the day-to-day running of the gondola, Luge, dining facilities, mountain biking and
     other tourism businesses won’t be affected.

     Project vision
     We are committed to contributing to the local community and tourism industry as a whole and
     this project provides the opportunity to not just deliver on this but have a positive impact on local
     businesses and drive economic growth for many years to come.

     Attract more visitors
     The development will enhance Skyline Queenstown and cater for the forecast 200% increase in visitor
     numbers by 2030. We will have one of the most technologically advanced gondola systems in the
     world, contemporary facilities and a range of leisure, dining and entertainment options, all enhanced
     by extraordinary views of Queenstown and surrounds.

     Inspire economic growth
     With the ability to host more visitors, the development will have a positive effect on the local
     economy and the New Zealand tourism industry as a whole.

     Reduce queue times for guests
     As the gondola capacity will be increased from four to 10 passengers per cabin, wait times will be
     significantly reduced for every gondola user – whether they’re coming up to Bob’s Peak for Skyline
     Queenstown, mountain biking or other tourism businesses. The new cabins will also provide more
     room and comfort for guests as the gondola ride is an important part of the experience. The new Luge
     chairlift system will also carry four people per chair, which will shorten queues for Luge riders.

     Provide superior conference facilities
     The number of conference and events guests at Skyline Queenstown is projected to increase by 500%
     by 2030. The new, international-standard conference and events facilities will cater to both small and
     large-scale events, from private business meetings to exhibitions and banquets.

     Our commitment
     Skyline Queenstown’s top priority is to minimise the impact of this development on our guests, other
     businesses and the wider Queenstown community. We know you love this stunning region just as
     much as we do, and your support with this project is important to us.
     We believe the ultimate effects of the development will be greatly beneficial, but acknowledge there
     may be some challenges along the way that will need mitigating and managing. We want to hear from
     you about these – please find our contact details on the Introduction page of this information kit.

For more information on the progress
visit: skylinedevelopment.co.nz

Artist impression

For more information on the progress
visit: skylinedevelopment.co.nz