New van an ‘epic’ tool for charity
New van an ‘epic’ tool for charity
A charity aiming to get Central Otago people on their bikes has been given a van to help it expand its work.
Julie Asher
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Tradies get job done for patient
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Tradies get job done for patient
An eight-month - and counting - wait for an accessible shower in her home has come to an end for an Alexandra woman, thanks to her community.
Planting bee pulls plenty of punters
Planting bee pulls plenty of punters
Sofia Wilson, 8, gets stuck into planting at the Half Mile Reserve, in Alexandra, yesterday.
World-class trio heading to Europe
World-class trio heading to Europe
Three young Alexandra athletes who used to 'hang out by the river and eat junk food' are now representing New Zealand in international sporting arenas.
Winter markets offer escape from the cold
Winter markets offer escape from the cold
The middle of winter can be a dreary time when even the most avid outdoor adventurer can lose their mojo and want to curl up by the fire.
Breakfast boost for Cancer Society
Breakfast boost for Cancer Society
Pink was the word ... and the outfit and the hair for many at the annual Alexandra Senior Citizens pink-themed breakfast on Friday.
View from truck central to sessions
View from truck central to sessions
Big trucks are a drawcard but best given a wide berth while on a bicycle, Alexandra school pupils heard this week.
Rural health battles outlined
Rural health battles outlined
A report released this week highlights the struggle to have good health outcomes in rural areas.
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After review, CODC to lose one councillor as of next election
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After review, CODC to lose one councillor as of next election
There has been as little change as there was interest from Central Otago residents about the composition of their council and community boards.
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Workers bound for Vanuatu
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Workers bound for Vanuatu
After a week of uncertainty following the collapse of Air Vanuatu, stranded workers are making their way home from Central Otago.
Funding work on new Omakau hub progressing
Funding work on new Omakau hub progressing
Work is progressing on funding a community hub in Omakau a meeting in the town heard on Sunday.
A good day’s work
A good day’s work
The Teviot Valley Water Care group recently established native plantings to reduce the amount of phosphate entering the Cave Creek catchment through soil run-off.
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Otago apple grower sold to Auckland company
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Otago apple grower sold to Auckland company
Central Otago’s largest apple grower has been sold to an Auckland company.
Demolition of former Cromwell Hall makes way for complex
Demolition of former Cromwell Hall makes way for complex
Demolition of the old Cromwell Hall is well under way as the site is cleared to make way for a new $46 million complex.
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Book tribute to life, collection of Eden Hore
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Book tribute to life, collection of Eden Hore
Longevity is not usually top priority for fashion garments and that has proved a challenge for the curators of an iconic Central Otago collection.
Courses help fill in time
Courses help fill in time
The region’s RSE workers have been given a leadership course to help fill in their time while they await news of possible flights to return home.
Drink-drivers risking lives, wasting time, police say
Drink-drivers risking lives, wasting time, police say
Risking lives and tying up police resources are some of the reasons Alexandra police are frustrated with the seven drink-drivers picked up in the past few days.
Naseby gets funding for tourist info board
Naseby gets funding for tourist info board
Keeping visitors in Naseby longer is the aim of a promotions grant from the Maniototo Community Board to Naseby Vision.
A good day’s work
A good day’s work
The Teviot Valley Water Care group last week established native plantings to reduce the amount of phosphate entering the Cave Creek catchment through soil run-off.
CODC faces balancing act
CODC faces balancing act
Balancing the budget and preserving some joy is the difficult task facing Central Otago District Council.