The Regions

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.

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

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 teenage runaway has been taken into the care of Child, Youth and Family.

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