Schools celebrating long history
Schools celebrating long history
Two South Otago schools with a history spanning back to the mid-19th century will celebrate the occasion with a reunion.
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Hill climb event on the rise
Hill climb event on the rise
Entries for next weekend's Bob Scott Memorial Hillclimb motorsport event have already surpassed those received for last year's event, which was revived after a 30-year absence.
Lifelong friendships formed in Balclutha
Lifelong friendships formed in Balclutha
He was the shining star for the South Otago Theatrical Society more than 20 years ago and Rob Guest will always hold a special place in members' hearts, society president Rodd Pearson said yesterday.
Opening mine to public still planned
Opening mine to public still planned
Kaitangata and Districts Promotions hopes to get key parties around the table soon to finalise a contract that will see part of a major former coalmine reopened to the public.
Details of wind farm deal expected in fortnight
Details of wind farm deal expected in fortnight
The terms of a deal between the Gore District Council and TrustPower which would clear the way for a $400 million wind farm are expected to be released in a fortnight once the details have been lodged with the Environment Court.
Firebug close to torching classrooms
Firebug close to torching classrooms
A spate of small fires lit around Tokomairiro High School in Milton last weekend came dangerously close to igniting a two-storey wooden classroom block, police say.
Trio caused havoc, say police
Trio caused havoc, say police
Three young Balclutha men caused "two hours of havoc" after going on a spate of offending around the town early on Sunday, police say.
Clutha Super Masters Games next month
Clutha Super Masters Games next month
Clutha's senior athletes will be primed for action in Balclutha next month.
Miners' memorial unveiled
Miners' memorial unveiled
The former mining town of Waronui may be long gone but the memory of those who worked, lived and died there will live on after a ceremony there yesterday.
Surf area may be protected
Surf area may be protected
The huge waves off Papatowai's coast may get formal government protection so surfers can continue trekking to the rugged beaches without fear of the area being overdeveloped.
Speed makers and racers
Speed makers and racers
They came, they pushed, and they fought the flab all at the same time.
Awards attract 43 entries
Awards attract 43 entries
Judges for the Gore District Community Awards will have their work cut out deciding on winners, organisers say.
Support for protection of historic church
Support for protection of historic church
A push to formally protect one of Milton's most prominent landmarks has attracted strong interest, with all but one of 150 submissions received supporting the move.
Sawmill rumours off mark
Sawmill rumours off mark
Rumours circulating around South Otago about the impending closure of a Balclutha sawmill have been laid to rest by management.
Unsafe poplars in Lawrence being removed
Unsafe poplars in Lawrence being removed
The large poplar trees which greet visitors to Lawrence are in for a facelift this week.
Balclutha woman attacked in home invasion
Balclutha woman attacked in home invasion
A young Balclutha woman is recovering with family after being beaten during a home invasion in Balclutha.
Telford to keep fees at current level
Telford to keep fees at current level
Telford Rural Polytechnic has confirmed it will keep its 2009 academic fees at this year's levels because of its strong financial position.
Investigation continues into Milton training scheme
Investigation continues into Milton training scheme
The Tertiary Education Commission (Tec), which has launched an investigation into several allegations laid against a Milton training scheme, is keeping its cards close to its chest as to how the probe is progressing.
Investigation continues into Milton training scheme
Investigation continues into Milton training scheme
The Tertiary Education Commission (Tec), which has launched an investigation into several allegations laid against a Milton training scheme, is keeping its cards close to its chest as to how the probe is progressing.
Motorcyclists go camping
Motorcyclists go camping
The roar of motorcycle engines echoed around the Kaka Point coastline at the weekend.