Gilbert van Reenen remembers his years hiking in Central Otago, his local veterinary practice and subsequent flying of planes, and the community over the years.

Sandy tells us about his family farming for generations, trapping rabbits, discovering low soil selenium, buying in to Corbridge Downs farm and setting up the Criffel Water Scheme with a local group.

Robin recalls his childhood spent in Wānaka, Albert Town, and Maungawera. He talks about his schooling, as well as rabbit control, local building, and paraflying.

John has a long history with the region, and his interview covers regional development, Lake Hāwea, schooling, farming, community and events.

Mary describes her Wānaka upbringing, covering topics like farming, health, children’s activities, food, schooling, the Wānaka A&P Show and her marriage celebrated in Hāwea.

Elizabeth (Liz) remembers her time at Timaru Creek as a child, before the level of Lake Hāwea was raised for the dam.

Ron tells us about camping at Glendhu Bay in the 1920s and his memories of camping in this area over many years.

Catherine recounts her memories of her grandparents and what she knows of the connection between her grandfather and gold miners, as well as life in the Cardrona Valley.

Marie shares all she has learnt about Ferryman’s Cottage, the previous inhabitants, renovations and changes and what it represents to the local community.

Peter remembers his holidays in Wānaka during the 1950s and reflects on how the town has changed.

Brian talks about building the Queensberry Inn, starting the Luggate Flour Mill, rabbit trapping, his electrical business and TV arriving in Wānaka.

Martin discusses living in Cardrona, making music, horse trekking and local transport.

Marilyn reflects on her decade involvement with the “Friends of Wānaka Library” group, discussing the community and events she was part of.

Ralph discusses the Wanaka Station, the General Store, Wānaka Airport, NASA balloon programme, community groups and events.

Margaret remembers her years at West Wanaka Station, farm living and her time opening and running a motel in Wānaka.

Rob discusses the Albert Town punt, farming, local community, Luggate and the fire service.

Rosemary discusses how her mother’s family moved to Wānaka (then Pembroke) in 1916, her grandfather working at Wānaka Station, and the community events her mother attended.