Richard Davison

Dozens of playcentres on chopping block

Balclutha Playcentre members Miriam and Hannah (3) Broekhuizen (left), and Alice and Sam (3) Reid...

Dozens of playcentres in South on chopping block

Parents say dozens of rural communities throughout the South could "have their hearts ripped out" because of chronic underfunding of an early childhood education provider.

‘Inland port’ gets backing

‘Inland port’ gets backing

A southern MP says a recent $1.2 billion cash boost for KiwiRail could be a "game-changer" for the Clutha economy.

Hall supporter says demolition a waste of money

Not to be ... A decision to demolish the Kaitangata War Memorial Hall has disappointed a...

Hall supporter says demolition a waste of money

A council decision to demolish a former memorial hall in South Otago has ‘‘floored’’ one potential saviour.

Mayor calls on farmers to return unneeded subsidy

Mayor calls on farmers to return unneeded subsidy

A southern mayor says some farmers have a ‘‘moral responsibility’’ to refund Covid-19 wage subsidies.

Ranked: Which parts of the South will struggle most?

There is no obvious person-to-person connection between the worker and the returnee from the USA,...

Ranked: Which parts of the South will struggle most?

New economic data has revealed which parts of Otago and Southland are likely to struggle most as they recover from the enormous impact of Covid-19.

Rates rise softened, projects retained

The Clutha District Council has resolved a 1.93% rates increase for the coming year.

Hall to be replaced; council to fund half

Balclutha’s War Memorial Hall. Photo: Jack Conroy

Hall to be replaced; council to fund half

Trustees have expressed delight after a "generational" community project cleared a major hurdle this week.

Bereaved families ask for compassion in new rules

Happier times ... Maurice Skinner, of Winton, celebrates Christmas at the Cargill Lifecare rest...

Bereaved families ask for compassion in new rules

Families in the South are appealing for ‘‘compassion and common sense’’ from authorities as they attempt to farewell loved ones under Level 2 funeral restrictions.

Council to look at hastening rates relief

Beneficiary advocates and groups working with the country's poorest said it was disappointing...

Council to look at hastening rates relief

The Clutha District Council will look at accelerating rates mitigation measures during its annual plan meeting on Thursday.

Life-saving help inspired career

Oranga Tamariki children's social worker Nikita Hames makes a delivery of essential groceries to...

Life-saving help inspired career

Nikita Hames began her dream role as a social worker for children in care in December, and was just beginning to build a friendly rapport with her new clients when Covid-19 struck.

Mayor: rural industries a great help

Southern stakeholders are backing the rural sector to fuel the region’s economic recovery.

Forestry industry hopeful

Forestry industry hopeful

Forestry players are sounding a cautiously optimistic economic note for South Otago as the industry emerges from Covid-19 lockdown.

Dentist queries lack of PPE from DHB

One hospital has reportedly been forced to put sanitiser supplies in a locked office, while one...

Dentist queries lack of PPE from DHB

A rural dental practice says it is shocked by Southern DHB’s refusal to provide it with personal protective equipment.

Wastewater problems outlined

The Clutha District Council has released further details of compliance issues with its wastewater plants.

Coffee lovers back at favourite cafes

Claire Wilson, of Balclutha, picks up two cappuccinos from Heart & Soul Cafe owner Robyn Bell...

Coffee lovers back at favourite cafes

The sun came out and so did coffee lovers in Otago and Southland as life under Alert Level 3 rules began today.

Owner thinks complaints due to race

Bilal Barekzai at his burned wrecking yard in Milton earlier this year. Photo: Richard Davison

Owner thinks complaints due to race

A Milton businessman believes complaints about his wrecking yard could be racially motivated.

Battle looms over demolition of Kaitangata memorial hall

The Kaitangata War Memorial Hall could gain a new lease of life if a local car enthusiast's...

Battle looms over demolition of Kaitangata memorial hall

A tussle is growing over the future of a South Otago community hall earmarked for demolition.

Support for Clutha groups

Balclutha’s Clyde St is silent and empty during the first few hours of Level 4 lockdown yesterday...

Support for Clutha groups

A new mayoral fund is seeking further contributors.

Lobster exports to China being closely observed

Live lobster exports to China have resumed in earnest this week. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

Lobster exports to China being closely observed

The lobster industry is watching closely as exports to China resume this week.

Anzac cutouts made to honour service personnel

Anzac cutouts made to honour service personnel

Clutha RSA member Trevor Simonsen stands alongside Anzac cutouts at the foot of his drive in Balclutha yesterday.

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