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    Lake Onslow, above Millers Flat, may hold the key to improving New Zealand’s power supply,...

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    Lake Onslow battery project fast-track bid in offing

    An application to get fast-track approval for the reignited Lake Onslow battery project is a week or two away from being lodged, its backers say.

    Thinking outside the square brings rewards for butchery

    The Fridge Cromwell owner and butcher Jayne McMillan (left) and smallgoods butcher Tayla Clark...

    Thinking outside the square brings rewards for butchery

    A lot of trial and error goes in to creating an award-winning sausage, but for a Cromwell butcher it has been a case of trial and success

    Postmistress has ‘awesome’ first week

    Harriet Cameron, of Galloway, is the new postmistress at the historic Ophir Post Office. PHOTO:...

    Postmistress has ‘awesome’ first week

    A Central Otago institution, and one of its most photographed buildings, has a new face behind the counter.

    Past boarders, staff set to celebrate school hostel’s 50th

    Husband and wife Bryan and Maureen Davies were the original hostel manager and matron when the...

    Past boarders, staff set to celebrate school hostel’s 50th

    This weekend, past boarders and staff of the Dunstan High School hostel are celebrating 50 years since the hostel’s opening in 1975.

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    Historic hotel for sale amidst property boom

    Rowena and Rod Bowler are ready to call last drinks after nine years running the Luggate Hotel....

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    Historic hotel for sale amidst property boom

    The Luggate Hotel is for sale and could go for up to $8 million.

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    Art event to support safe driving cause

    Art on the Goldfields organiser Tracy Stroud stands beside Silent Grace, by Leroy Spijkerbosch,...

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    Art event to support safe driving cause

    A private trail in Bannockburn has been lined with the works of local artists all for a good cause.

    Bridge set for overdue safety work

    Heavy vehicles work at Alexandra’s Linger and Die reserve as the construction of a temporary...

    Bridge set for overdue safety work

    The first step in an overdue refurbishment work on the Little Valley Bridge in Alexandra to ensure the vital link can safely support modern heavy vehicle loads is due to begin.

    Giving a taste of industry

    Year 11 student Blake Jowett tries his hand at wiring a wall socket at Cromwell College’s Tools...

    Giving a taste of industry

    Cromwell College Pathways students got to try their hand interviewing as well as hearing stories from a range of Central Otago business owners as the school hosted its first Tools For Tomorrow day...

    Choir, orchestra join forces

    The Central Otago regional choir and orchestra rehearse ahead of their combined concerts in...

    Choir, orchestra join forces

    Music and song will combine for A Feast of Faure as the Central Otago Regional Choir and the Central Otago Regional Orchestra join forces for a celebration of music by French composer...

    Club grapples above its weight

    Displaying the medals they won at National Judo Championships, held in Christchurch, are (from...

    Club grapples above its weight

    Central Otago was well represented at the National Judo Championships held in Christchurch last weekend, and eight medals were brought home.

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    Sam Neill rails against ‘toxic’ gold mine

    Sir Sam Neill. Photo: RNZ/Cole Eastham-Farrelly

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    Sam Neill rails against ‘toxic’ Bendigo-Ophir gold mine

    Central Otago-based actor and winery owner Sir Sam Neill told his 830,000 social media followers a proposed gold mine is a "toxic" idea which would "ruin the region".

    Roadworks to cause delays for motorists

    State Highway 8 at Stableburn in Central Otago. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Roadworks to cause delays for motorists

    Motorists in Central Otago can expect delays as two significant roadworks projects get under way across the region next week.

    Fears mine may extend into reserve

    Fears mine may extend into reserve

    A Tarras community group has warned there could be "open slather" for Otago mining if a proposed goldmine is extended into an adjacent historic reserve.

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    Plan to set up medical services trust after $55m sale

    John Perriam. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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    Plan to set up medical services trust after $55m sale

    After a $55 million windfall, a Central Otago high country farmer who sold part of his station to a mining giant is vowing to give back to the community.

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    Fence features sweet treats for passers-by

    The Cake Lab owner Judith McDowall reaches into the retro vending machine she uses to sell the...

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    Fence features sweet treats for passers-by

    Some ideas take the cake.

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    By-election to be held next year

    Dave McKenzie. Photo: supplied

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    By-election to be held next year

    Voters in a Central Otago ward will be back to the polls early next year following the release of the final local body election results.

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    There's something about Bumper

    Emily Lyders holds Bumper, named from the bump on her head caused by an under-developed skull....

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    There's something about Bumper

    When 2-year-old chicken Bumper needed emergency care after a peck to the head the Lyders family did not hesitate to get help for their special family member.

    Slice of Shrek station sold to gold miner for $55 million

    John Perriam famed for creating the Bendigo Station merino brand and immortalising Shrek the...

    Slice of Shrek station sold to gold miner for $55 million

    Santana Minerals says a $55 million agreement to buy part of a famed Central Otago high-country station is a ‘‘huge step forward’’ for its plan for an open-cast mine.

    Election results puzzle candidate

    New Cromwell ward councillor Charlie Sanders. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

    Election results puzzle candidate

    One of the unsuccessful candidates for the Central Otago mayoral seat was puzzled by the election results as they came out on Saturday.

    Golf raises funds for rescue service

    At last week’s tournament, Gary Wallace was reunited with Libbie, who was one of the Westpac...

    Golf raises funds for rescue service

    Two heart-stopping moments were behind Friday’s charity golf tournament at Pleasant Point Golf Course.
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