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The Oamaru Steam and Rail Society's 1924 Hudswell Clarke locomotive B10 was back in action yesterday after being officially recommissioned at an opening ceremony in Oamaru. Photo by Andrew Ashton.

Restored train back on track

About 100 people, many decked out in period costume, turned out to welcome the return of steam power to Oamaru yesterday, after a six-year absence.

Town firefighter for record 50 years

Town firefighter for record 50 years

Roxburgh's longest-serving fireman, Colin Robb, says half a century of answering the fire siren's call seems to have gone in a flash.

Work begins to close dangerous intersection

Work begins to close dangerous intersection

Construction of a cul-de-sac to close Balclutha's ''dangerous'' Ryrie St-State Highway 1 intersection permanently is under way.

More income helps budget

More income helps budget

An increase in activity at the Oamaru Opera House and a rise in camping ground fees are two areas behind a higher-than-expected surplus for the Waitaki District Council, according to new financial figures.

A booty-ful Mother's Day

A booty-ful Mother's Day

Several southern mums might have received more than breakfast in bed for Mother's Day this year.

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