Richard Davison

A southern council says an apparent upsurge in boil water notices is a result of tighter compliance combined with continuing infrastructure upgrades.

Kaka Point retiree Walter Flanagan, 67, pauses on his recumbent tricycle, during his 100km return leg from Beaumont to Kaka Point in inclement conditions on Clutha Valley Rd on Thursday.

Stakeholders are hailing the success of a new shearing industry employment initiative in South Otago.

The public has a chance to join a guided tour of a southern conservation group’s showpiece reserve tomorrow.

A southern mayor says he feels "furious and responsible" regarding the "scummy" death of a sea lion on a Catlins beach this past week.

Southern cycle trail operators say they are seeing an uptick in riders as summer weather improves, despite continuing challenging economic conditions.

Milton business owners are slamming the "crazy" timing of a major highway resealing project in the town, at the peak of the holiday season.

The owner of a grounded Catlins vessel says progress is being made in salvaging parts of the 115-year-old barge.

The cost of living, bureaucracy and changing tastes are the biggest culprits for a spate of sporting and entertainment event cancellations this and next year, event organisers say.

Residents of a South Otago town can soon look forward to a warmer dip thanks to a significant community grant.