Hamish MacLean

Opposing views on observation area for Sumpter Wharf shags

Otago shags gather on Sumpter Wharf, in Oamaru Harbour. Photo: Stephen Jquiery

Opposing views on observation area for Sumpter Wharf shags

Since being closed to the public, Oamaru’s historic Sumpter Wharf has become a breeding colony for Otago’s only endemic seabird, the Otago shag. This year, the colony, which has stymied some...

Consent exemption proposed

With building consent activity at a five-year high, Waitaki District Council officers could save up to 440 hours a year by a proposed ''discretionary exemption'' for building consents for pole sheds.

Accommodation complex for Waterfront Rd

Accommodation complex for Waterfront Rd

Construction of 20 to 24 ocean-facing studio, hotel-style units could begin at Oamaru Harbour in Waterfront Rd before Christmas.

Second roundabout proposed

A second roundabout has been proposed for Oamaru.

Trio seeking land for multi-million dollar retreat

Hana Fisherova and Evgeny Yurev are looking for land where a crowdfunded eco-friendly natural...

Trio seeking land for multi-million dollar retreat

A trio from Russia and the Czech Republic planning a multi-million dollar "retreat" have been searching Otago, saying the region's remote pastoral landscape could provide the perfect escape from city life.

Meeting on protecting Doc overrun campsite

The way in which councils apply freedom camping legislation is causing confusion. PHOTO: ODT FILES

Meeting to hear plans to protect overrun Doc campsite

Omarama residents will hear from multiple agencies on Saturday what their plans are to protect a once beloved local getaway.

Family documents ‘terrifically exciting’

Oamaru stone quarry at Totara circa 1890. PHOTOS: WAITAKI DISTRICT ARCHIVE

Family documents ‘terrifically exciting’

Kathleen Perry and her late husband Keith kept a "box of family history stuff" discovered behind Oamaru’s Empire Hotel, which Keith had saved from the landfill years earlier. When it was donated to...

Rubber roundabout proposed

Rubber roundabout proposed

A $60,000 rubber roundabout has been proposed for the entrance to Oamaru’s harbour area to address increasing traffic numbers, including visiting drivers.

Buying building sorts council overcrowding

The Waitaki District Council has bought the Bailie and Humphrey's building at 24 Thames St, next...

Buying building sorts council overcrowding

The Waitaki District Council has bought the 1882 grocery store next door to its Thames St headquarters.

Mulan production about to begin

Construction has begun in the Ahuriri Valley on what appears to be the set of Disney's film Mulan...

Mulan production about to begin

A cone of silence has dropped over the upper reaches of the Waitaki district as the production of a major movie begins.

'Perfect location' for flight school

Oamaru is the ''perfect location'' for a flight school, New Zealand Airline Academy director Jonathan Manuel says.

Flight school boost for Waitaki district: mayor

Ten jobs will be created and up to 50 commercial pilot trainees will be in the Waitaki district as an international flight school is created at Oamaru Airport, the Waitaki District Council says.

Bone technique helps fill gaps on diet of early inhabitants

The Otago University Students' Association has disaffiliated with the Elohim Bible Academy. Photo...

Bone technique helps fill gaps on diet of early inhabitants

The same technique used by University of Otago Prof Neil Gemmell to investigate the truth about the Loch Ness monster has been put to use to learn about the behaviour and diet of NZ's first human inhabitants.

'Poshtel' and art gallery to open in 2019

An elevation drawing of the accommodation to open next year. IMAGE: SUPPLIED

'Poshtel' and art gallery to open in 2019

A new 15-room boutique luxury accommodation offering - and art gallery - will open in Oamaru's main street next year, the developer says.

‘Senseless damage’ to course by 4WD

The women’s fifth tee shelter shed lies in ruins after a 4WD was driven over North Otago Golf...

‘Senseless damage’ to course by 4WD

North Otago Golf Club members were angered by the "senseless damage" done to their Oamaru course after a 4WD was driven over greens and fairways on Friday night or Saturday morning.

New cultural facility possible

New cultural facility possible

THE $6 million redevelopment of the Forrester Gallery remains listed as a "major project" in the Waitaki District Council’s long-term plan, despite the council pushing the reset button on the 7...

Plastic bricks could cut waste mountain

Waitaki Resource Recovery Trust manager Dave Clare holds a composite Roman roofing tile made in...

Plastic bricks could cut waste mountain

A Dunedin company is eyeing Oamaru’s resource recovery park as a possible solution to a growing plastics problem.

Esplanade Rd plans 'on hold' - council

Oamaru and the Oamaru Harbour. Photo: ODT

Esplanade Rd plans 'on hold' - council

Talks with developers are "on hold" for a premium site in Esplanade Rd slated for visitor accommodation at Oamaru Harbour, Waitaki Mayor Gary Kircher says.

Heading upfield

Heading upfield

St Kevin's College striker Tim Jorgensen (No 9) dribbles past Waitaki Boys' High School defenders as the two first XI football teams clash during the Oamaru combined schools sports week.

Floating hotel proposed for Oamaru

A floating three-level, four-and-a-half-star hotel has been pitched for Oamaru Harbour. Photo:...

Floating hotel proposed for Oamaru

A new proposal has been floated for the resurgent Oamaru Harbour.

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