Gerrit Doppenberg

It has been 150 years since the Waikaka Valley was settled and though some have come and gone from the area, it is a mark which led to an enjoyable night, tripping down memory lane.

The 30th Waikoikoi Ambrose Golf Tournament was a smash hit on Saturday, with plenty of teams getting their yearly fix at the popular event.

The Gore Pakeke Lions are looking for new volunteers and members to take an opportunity to make a big difference in the community.

The future of comfortable, affordable living for the ageing population of Gore was on the agenda as MP for Seniors Casey Costello visited the district last week.

The hard work of locals volunteering to build up Bannerman Park for all to enjoy has been stifled by the repeated vandalism of the magical path they built.

The old adage "steel sharpens steel" was put to the test in Gore last Saturday, as the Southern Steel held a workshop to help along the younger generation of Netball players.

A new rural chaplain in the Gore district is looking forward to serving the community, listening to their stories and helping them along life’s journey.

Mataura School celebrated 150 years since it first opened with a jubilee at the weekend, bringing together past staff, pupils and family to share memories of their time at the school.

Mataura School celebrated 150 years since it first opened with a jubilee at the weekend, bringing together past staff, pupils and family to share memories of their time at the school.

After seven weeks on the run, a dog has been reunited with her owners.

Get ready to race, ride and colour slide with KidsHub on the March 22, with the organiser promising a magical day out for families and children to enjoy.

This past weekend, the park beside Gore Main School became a Jurassic park, as the Amazing Dinosaur Discovery set up for a weekend of prehistoric fun.

There is a new minister in town, as one Waikaka local finished her journey to become ordained and begins another officially leading the Knapdale Waikaka Presbyterian Church.

Mataura School will celebrate its 150th anniversary this Saturday, inviting past students and staff alike to come share their stories.

A Gore literacy resource teacher has slammed a new proposal by the Ministry of Education, saying the changes will endanger children’s learning.

A financial and insurance adviser has been recognised as the best in the country after years of hard work in the Southland community.

After seven weeks on the run in Southland, a dog has been reunited with her owners.

One Gore high school is already feeling the effects of the teacher shortage around the country, and another school principal is concerned about the future.