‘Sensible’ for ORC to delay decision
‘Sensible’ for ORC to delay decision
It looks like a case of who is going to blink first in the stand-off over the Otago Regional Council’s land and water plan.
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Book club opens new journeys
Book club opens new journeys
Like shuttered windows, books can be opened for a view, and let new light in through a portal you can pass through to explore.
Service award for Kai fire officer
Service award for Kai fire officer
Former chief fire officer (CFO) Kevin Sutton was praised in this year’s council community service awards for his contributions to Kaitangata, particularly through extensive service with the...
Darts resurgence on point in Clutha
Darts resurgence on point in Clutha
Clutha is leading the way in the resurgence of darts as a social game and competitive sport.
CDC proposing to ditch five of its councillors
CDC proposing to ditch five of its councillors
The Clutha council First XV could be slimmed down in a bid to attract fresh talent to the team.
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Programme successful in getting new drivers behind the wheel
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Programme successful in getting new drivers behind the wheel
"Drive My Life", a learner-licence programme first developed in Southland, is helping to change lives in South Otago.
Friday night fever
Friday night fever
Clutha District War Memorial and Community Centre Te Pou ō Mata-Au’s first Clutha District Youth Council disco was "an absolute blast — music, games and food, what more could you ask for?"...
Cook Strait distance swum in fundraiser
Cook Strait distance swum in fundraiser
The combined winner of Clutha District Council’s Youth Spirit Community Services Award was Anna Harrex, of Lawrence.
Budget service thrown $25K lifeline
Budget service thrown $25K lifeline
The Clutha Budget Advisory Service has been thrown a lifeline in the form of a $25,000 funding boost from the Clutha District Council after the mayor used his casting vote.
Spotlight on representation
Spotlight on representation
The Clutha District Council’s election processes are under review — an opportunity to consider whether existing representation is fair or effective and how much councillors will be paid.
Tale a window into 20th-century life
Tale a window into 20th-century life
The Clutha district has contributed to a new and personal history of a southern life and times.
Playing the game
Playing the game
The flags of Belgium, Greece, Lithuania, Mexico, Pakistan, Portugal, Romania and Sweden flew high at Warepa School’s mini Olympics last Thursday.
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New principal welcomes collaboration, support
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New principal welcomes collaboration, support
Clutha's newest principal is excited to get to work.
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Service thrown $25K lifeline after casting vote
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Service thrown $25K lifeline after casting vote
The Clutha Budget Advisory Service has been thrown a lifeline in the form of a $25,000 funding boost from the council after the mayor used his casting vote.
New principal steps into role at Stirling
New principal steps into role at Stirling
Clutha’s newest principal is excited to get to work.
Six60 to perform after vote
Six60 to perform after vote
South Otago fans have secured Six60 in Balclutha for the final performance of their Grassroots Tour.
Contractors finish their last bits of work on the centre dome.
Contractors finish their last bits of work on the centre dome.
One of the local volunteers celebrated at the 2024 Clutha District Community Service Awards was 17-year-old Ollie Shore, combined winner of the Youth Spirit Award.
Club shows pupils the ropes
Club shows pupils the ropes
Manual training turned a new corner in Clutha recently.
Open day promotes agricultural industry
Open day promotes agricultural industry
At least 70 prospective students attended Telford College’s open day on July 19.
Sharing skills, raising funds
Sharing skills, raising funds
Science and philanthropy came together again at the West Otago Hay and Baleage Auction recently.