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Country star claims racism rife at festival
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Country star claims racism rife at festival
A former Gore Gold Guitar winner has called out racist overtones at the festival, surprising organisers, who have vowed to fix the issues.
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Firearms registry’s efficacy questioned
Firearms registry’s efficacy questioned
After the seizure of nearly 500 firearms in Gore, a lobbyist for responsible firearms says the system needs a serious overhaul.
Night of booming action set to rumble into town
Night of booming action set to rumble into town
There is a rumble coming to Gore — high-flying action, bone-breaking intensity and entertainment for everyone as Pro Wrestling comes to town.
$10k to fight Parkinson’s
$10k to fight Parkinson’s
The Rotary Club of Gore has made a donation to the tune of $10,000 for Parkinson’s research, hoping the grand gesture will go a long way.
Rapid relief of kai provided to local health workers
Rapid relief of kai provided to local health workers
There is no such thing as a free lunch, but healthcare workers in this country have definitely worked up an appetite.
Chill no deterrent to school buskers
Chill no deterrent to school buskers
Thursday’s weather at the "Freeze Ya Bits Off" busking competition in Gore helped the annual event live up to its name, with chilly temperatures making it a real test for the buskers.
Connection across Tasman planned
Connection across Tasman planned
You have to strike while the iron is hot, and the Southland Chamber of Commerce clearly saw something cooking with potential business between Gore and Tamworth.
Sister city ties made closer by Tamworth mayor’s visit to town
Sister city ties made closer by Tamworth mayor’s visit to town
The sister city relationship between Gore and Tamworth is as strong as ever, with hopes of sharing not only country music but agricultural success in the future.
Overdue debt subject of council discussion
Overdue debt subject of council discussion
A Southern council has released information on what took place behind closed doors last week.
Life-changing adventure for one
Life-changing adventure for one
One Gore teenager went bounding outward with Outward Bound, bringing home some incredible memories and lessons she will cherish for a long time.
New star in country music wins big
New star in country music wins big
The MLT Gold Guitar Awards were a major success with a sold-out crowd, hometown heroes bringing home awards, and a new star in country music crowned.
Amendments discussed
Amendments discussed
Changes are coming for the way the country handles waste, but will the potential changes leave smaller councils in a tough spot?
Rapid rise to top for Gold Guitar winner
Rapid rise to top for Gold Guitar winner
New Zealand country music has a new star — with an English accent, an assertive performance style, and whose smoky and evocative tone fills a stadium with ease.
Gold Guitars final crowd drawcard
Gold Guitars final crowd drawcard
The 50th annual MLT Gold Guitar Awards Senior Finals began impressively last night with a sold-out stadium and a jam-packed lineup of country music’s finest.
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Chill no deterrent to busking songbirds from schools
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Chill no deterrent to busking songbirds from schools
Yesterday's weather at the "Freeze Ya Bits Off" busking competition in Gore helped the annual event live up to its name, with chilly temperatures making it a real test for the buskers.
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Fifth generation of family enrols at rural school
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Fifth generation of family enrols at rural school
The Crawford clan and Waikoikoi School go together.
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Gold mine submissions open
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Gold mine submissions open
A planned gold-mining operation north of Gore has taken another step forward, submissions having been called for on the project which aims to mine $170 million of gold and employ up to 30 people.
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Council pushing back against costs: mayor
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Council pushing back against costs: mayor
After calls from the community for more push-back against central government, Gore District Mayor says the council has been hard at work advocating for them, but better communication is needed.
Festival trustee says events need local council support
Festival trustee says events need local council support
The debate over events in Gore has hit the hearings panel for the long-term plan, asking if events are "nice-to-haves" or necessary for local government to invest in.
Rates unaffordability at centre of final spoken submissions
Rates unaffordability at centre of final spoken submissions
The Gore District Council has now heard from the public and will head away to make difficult decisions about the long-term plan.