Gerrit Doppenberg

Say hello to Mataura’s long-awaited welcome signs.

More than half a century of volunteer work to help his community has led to Gore district councillor Neville Phillips receiving the King’s Service Medal, which he says is truly humbling.

The Gore district’s best and brightest are heading off to university this year with a bit of extra help, thanks to the Mataura Licensing Trust’s annual scholarships.

It might have been the holidays, but Gore found itself as busy as ever as visitors poured in to enjoy the town.

All things must come to an end, and Mataura is finally getting its welcome signs and only a few touches of paint are left to do.

What comes up must come down — but not down by much. So it is for Mataura.

It was a celebration at Mataura School as the Reading Recovery programme finished, with dozens of pupils helped over the years.

Overgrowth from the railway line in Mersey St has spilled over, and left one Gore councillor wondering why the ratepayers are picking up the bill.

If there is anything deserving of a celebration, it would be turning 101 years old.

Eleven months after fire destroyed their home, one Mataura couple are finally finding their bearings.

The newest bowler in town brings national level skill and international ambition, becoming another strong arm of the Gore Rams.

Rollerskating is back in a big way, as Gore residents were able to try the sport out at the Mataura Licensing Trust (MLT) Multisports Centre last Saturday.

One Gore house decks its halls every year with Christmas trees and decorations, and people are invited to come have a look.

It was a rowdy affair at the Gore District Council meeting for the end of November, as community advocates spoke out against what they called a betrayal of their ratepayer base.

The festive season started with a bang in Gore, as the sun shone on the annual Santa Parade and Christmas Carnival on Sunday.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon remained quiet last Wednesday on when his government would make a decision around the new Dunedin hospital.

A great day was had by all at the Wyndham A&P show last weekend, as the annual event celebrated rural living and all it has to offer.

Gore deputy mayor Keith Hovell’s potential conflict of interests has some in the community questioning his role in the proposed Gore District Plan .