Alicia Peebles, of Christchurch, was the millionth attendee of Warbirds Over Wānaka after entering town's airport just after 10am today. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERYWarbirds Over Wānaka has welcomed its one millionth guest on the opening day of this year's event. The milestone attendee was Alicia Peebles, 38, of Christchurch, who was met at the gate by outgoing Warbirds Over Wānaka general manager Ed Taylor. It's the first time Ms Peebles has been to Warbirds Over Wānaka, and was delighted on hearing the news she was the popular event's million attendee. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERYFor Mr Taylor, overseeing his fifth and final Warbirds Over Wānaka, the acknowledgement of the millionth guest was representative of the magnitude of the popular three-day event held at Easter.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 03, 2026 10:25 UTC