Richard Davison

Southland officials say they were ''nervous but not worried'' as floods threatened a hazardous chemical store in Mataura last week.

The Catlins is hoping to captivate fresh audiences thanks to a new website, earmarked for launch next week.

South Otago donors to St John are concerned about proposed funding changes to the organisation.

Organisers of tomorrow’s South Otago A&P Show in Balclutha have opted for a "plan B" following this week’s wet weather.

Flooding in Clutha brought out a strange new breed yesterday, as those flouting flood safety signs were branded ''galoots'' by the district's mayor.

Police have added their voice to calls for motorists to obey road closure signs after two people had to be retrieved from the roof of their car in the third incident of its kind today.

It can be easy to overlook the treasures in your own backyard, writes Richard Davison. Big Pacific aims to shift your perspective with its new Dunedin-produced five-part series.

A pool upgrade in Tapanui has been hit with another unexpected expense, as costs continue to spiral.

Staff at Clutha Licensing Trust businesses were given greater certainty about their future last week.

Catlins ratepayers will get a chance to have their say on issues such as roading, tourism and more this summer.

Owaka can look forward to a fruitful future, thanks to the donation of heritage apple trees originating in the Catlins.

A Catlins holiday park owner wants New Zealand to take a lead from US freedom camping policy.

The Clutha Licensing Trust (CLT) expects to make an announcement on the future of its businesses during the coming week, following a meeting with senior staff yesterday.

Lawrence Arches project designer Marjorie Hay and Lawrence Heritage Trust chairman Roger Cotton oversee the official opening of the new community space on Sunday afternoon.

The Clutha District Council begins its latest resident satisfaction survey today.