Frans and Tazy endure together
Perhaps not unusually in such situations, an instant bond developed between Tazy the kitten and Frans Duplessis (11) when they first met at the Alexandra SPCA about six weeks ago.
Alexia Johnston
Unstinting tribute: a regular at annual commemoration
Unstinting tribute: a regular at annual commemoration
It would be fair to say Tom Landreth, of Cromwell, has earned more than just a cup of tea.
Paddock poppies for the fallen
Paddock poppies for the fallen
Chatto Creek's close-knit community will rally together in memory of its fallen soldiers on Anzac Day.
Building new life for old stables
Building new life for old stables
A history enthusiast did not need to rein in plans for an ambitious building project in Naseby.
Rugby tetraplegics 'break barriers'
Rugby tetraplegics 'break barriers'
Four men, four wheelchairs, four identical injuries caused by the same sport - it is a scenario Ross Ormsby, Brad Hayward, Phillip Booth and Neil Cudby are all too familiar with.
Some Wanaka women opting for Dunedin birth
Some Wanaka women opting for Dunedin birth
Wanaka's midwifery sector is still stretched, prompting a growing number of expectant mothers to base themselves in Dunedin ahead of their new arrival.
From far and wide to enjoy Central Otago A&P Show
From far and wide to enjoy Central Otago A&P Show
People flocked from far and wide to enjoy the various aspects at this year's Central Otago A&P Show, one of many in the area taking place in the coming weeks.
Drones pass muster but dogs still essential for stock work
Drones pass muster but dogs still essential for stock work
Drones are proving to be the way forward for musterers as they attempt to keep up with technology — and their stock.
Drones proving a muster time-saver
Drones proving a muster time-saver
Dogs and their masters are going to new heights in their bid to be the best in the field.
Field gun returned
Field gun returned
Cromwell woman Rowena Owens is ''relieved and very pleased'' to see Clyde's wartime field gun has been returned.
Record bike trail year expected
Record bike trail year expected
The Otago Central Rail Trail is on track to have its busiest year on record.
More adults becoming apprentices in Central
More adults becoming apprentices in Central
Adult apprentices are bucking the trend in Alexandra. Typically, apprentices were school leavers keen to get into the trades by training on the job, but it is becoming increasingly popular among a growing number of adults.
Support for new rink
Support for new rink
Support for Alexandra’s proposed new two-lane ice rink is growing.
Extension to ice facility proposed
Extension to ice facility proposed
Community support is being called on to help further develop Alexandra's Iceinline complex.
Crews called to Earnscleugh blaze
Crews called to Earnscleugh blaze
Emergency services were called to a blaze at Earnscleugh late this afternoon.
Concern at camping in public car parks
Concern at camping in public car parks
Anyone concerned about possible freedom camping in inappropriate areas across Central Otago is urged to contact the Central Otago District Council.
Historians study Central gold mining experience
Historians study Central gold mining experience
Historians from as far away as Australia are taking a step back into Central Otago’s gold mining era this week.
Kelly proud to complete gruelling non-stop trail run
Kelly proud to complete gruelling non-stop trail run
Conquering a gruelling 330km trail run in 113 hours is no mean feat - just ask Alexandra athlete Glenn Kelly.
Leading role
Leading role
Seamus Hart, of Alexandra, holds a strong lead towards the finish line during last night’s Round the Clock Race.
Omakau demotion 'a kick in the guts'
Omakau demotion 'a kick in the guts'
Omakau is on the list of seven tracks Australian administrator John Messara has recommended closing to thoroughbred horse racing in the lower South Island.