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‘Yes, there’s a lump in the throat’: Former Auckland mayor on selling beloved Queenstown home

The Queenstown Lakes home was built by Dick and Diana Hubbard a decade ago.

Nikki Birrell
Last updated: 3 December 2025 | 3 min read
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Former Auckland mayor Dick Hubbard and his wife Diana are selling their beloved Queenstown home, Te Komata. This award-winning residence, designed by architect Christine Hall, sits on Queenstown Hill and offers panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu.

The cedar-and-schist home features distinctive curves, a high-end Gaggenau kitchen, and multiple decks. Its private, low-maintenance design makes it an ideal "lock-and-leave" property perfect for hosting guests. The Hubbards are selling this unique home after ten memorable years.

The Hubbard’s named the house Te Komata, which means ‘small hill’.

The views from the home are magnificent.

Te Komata has received a number of building industry awards.

The open-plan design is anchored by a top-tier kitchen.

The home has panoramic views - even from the bedroom.

The couple avoided unnecessary scale in the design of the house.

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