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Central OtagoOctober 20

Board backs grant for Omakau Trots

The Vincent Community Board have approved a grant of $3600 to help the Central Otago Trotting Club bring in additional event management support for its January 2 meeting in Omakau.
Board backs grant for Omakau Trots
Board backs grant for Omakau Trots
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Central OtagoOctober 18

Runners make most of perfect conditions at Cromwell Half Marathon

"Brilliant weather and an even better turnout” is how Cromwell Half Marathon lead organiser Terry Davis summed up the fun, community event held last weekend.
Runners make most of perfect conditions at Cromwell Half Marathon
Runners make most of perfect conditions at Cromwell Half Marathon
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Central OtagoOctober 15

Decision still pending for Cromwell Splash pad

The Cromwell Community Board is considering whether Council should go forward with a proposed splash pad that local service clubs would fund, weighing up the pros and cons of the project.
Decision still pending for Cromwell Splash pad
Decision still pending for Cromwell Splash pad
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Central OtagoOctober 15

Cromwell endowment decision on hold: Board seeks further legal advice

The Cromwell Community Board has voted to obtain a king’s counsel opinion on how to protect the Cromwell Endowment Land.
Cromwell endowment decision on hold: Board seeks further legal advice
Cromwell endowment decision on hold: Board seeks further legal advice
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Central OtagoOctober 12

High school sweethearts celebrate 65 years of marriage

High school sweethearts Murlyn and Garth McCombe celebrated 65 years of marriage with family and friends at Highland Motorsport Park in Cromwell this week, the milestone marked with cake, loved ones, and a letter from the King.
High school sweethearts celebrate 65 years of marriage
High school sweethearts celebrate 65 years of marriage
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Central OtagoOctober 4

‘This is what it’s all about’: 65th Merino Shears Championship comes to Alexandra

Some of New Zealand’s finest shearer and wool-handlers descended on Alexandra this weekend.
‘This is what it’s all about’: 65th Merino Shears Championship comes to Alexandra
‘This is what it’s all about’: 65th Merino Shears Championship comes to Alexandra
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Central OtagoOctober 1

‘It’s always been so much fun’ — music legend prepares for 50th and final festival

New Zealand folk music legend, singer and songwriter, Martin Curtis is tuning up for his 50th and final folk festival this weekend.
‘It’s always been so much fun’ — music legend prepares for 50th and final festival
‘It’s always been so much fun’ — music legend prepares for 50th and final festival
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Central OtagoOctober 1

Freshen up for Cromwell’s big fruit

Cromwell’s giant fruit sculpture, one of the region’s most iconic landmarks, is set for a spruce up and fresh coat of paint.
Freshen up for Cromwell’s big fruit
Freshen up for Cromwell’s big fruit
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Central OtagoOctober 1

Firm steps in to save costume collection

A treasure trove of vintage uniforms, historic fashion and party costumes has found new owners in Cromwell, after event hire business Pacific Linen stepped in to take over the town’s beloved costume collection.
Firm steps in to save costume collection
Firm steps in to save costume collection
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Central OtagoOctober 1

Support where it’s needed most

An “overwhelming wonderful” bra drive launched by Cromwell Community House has donated and delivered more than 1000 new and pre-loved bras to women and girls across Fiji.
Support where it’s needed most
Support where it’s needed most