Centre 'a big plus for Oamaru'
As the Network Waitaki Event Centre nears completion, the trust behind it has received a big boost.
Nic Duff
Concerns of spray damage aired
Concerns of spray damage aired
The Waitaki Winegrowers Association say co-operation is the way forward amidst concerns about the use of hormone-based weedkiller near vineyards in the area.
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Weed killer raises concerns for wine growers
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Weed killer raises concerns for wine growers
A powerful herbicide used by the council could put Waitaki Valley winegrowers out of business, a renowned wine producer says.
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Hirst full of praise for Open winner
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Hirst full of praise for Open winner
Despite less than perfect summer conditions in Oamaru, North Otago tennis still put on a show.
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New manager giving pro shop makeover
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New manager giving pro shop makeover
North Otago Golf Club’s pro shop is getting a facelift in more ways than one.
Athletes shine
Athletes shine
While most school children were relaxing on holiday, a group of young North Otago athletes were competing at the South Island Colgate Games.
Waikouaiti to host rodeo nationals
Waikouaiti to host rodeo nationals
The 60th annual Waikouaiti Rodeo is extra special this year.
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Meeting to share views on community shuttle trial
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Meeting to share views on community shuttle trial
The Oamaru-Palmerston community shuttle trial has been going "extremely well" and now the organisers are looking for feedback on how it can improve.
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Planned art school clears first hurdle
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Planned art school clears first hurdle
South Star School has passed its first test with flying colours.
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Junior tournament being revived
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Junior tournament being revived
North Otago Tennis is bringing back its junior open this weekend.
Job gets harder for North Otago
Job gets harder for North Otago
A forgettable weekend of cricket for North Otago has left their Hawke Cup dreams all but shattered.
Shields back to bolster campaign
Shields back to bolster campaign
Reporter Nic Duff talks to Jeremiah Shields who has come back from retirement to help North Otago’s Hawke Cup cause.
Leading teams beaten in T20 competition
Leading teams beaten in T20 competition
No team remains undefeated in the Dick Hunt T20 competition after the first round of 2026.
New boats boost for rowing club
New boats boost for rowing club
The Oamaru Rowing Club will have three new boats at its disposal as it heads in to the business of its season.
Inclusive environment goal of singing event
Inclusive environment goal of singing event
Sally Randall wants to hear Oamaru sing.
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Concert to conclude camp
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Concert to conclude camp
The 29th annual Waitaki Summer Music Camp was held in Oamaru this week.
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Pair honoured at New Year share Duntroon link
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Pair honoured at New Year share Duntroon link
Duntroon School was an unlikely star of the 2026 New Year Honours.
Recipient humbled
Recipient humbled
Douglas Brenssell, who received the King’s Service Medal, has been active in the Hāwea community for the past 25 years.
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Bins retained, more added
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Bins retained, more added
The reversal of a decision to remove rubbish bins in Omarama appears to have been the right thing to do, the Waitaki District Council says.
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Wait time for paediatrician of concern
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Wait time for paediatrician of concern
Children with complex needs could fall through the cracks as long wait times for children referred to paediatricians cause issues in the classroom, a North Otago principal fears.