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North OtagoAugust 15

Oamaru Public Gardens fit for Monarchs

On Monday Moths and Butterflies of New Zealand Trust founding trustee (centre) Jacqui Knight presented certification to Waitaki District Council recreation specialist Lyndsay Hyde (centre) to establish the Ōamaru Public Gardens as a butterfly friendly habitat.
Oamaru Public Gardens fit for Monarchs
Oamaru Public Gardens fit for Monarchs
North OtagoAugust 15

Connection, belonging at core of exhibition from East Otago artists

The latest exhibition of East Otago artists at the Ōtepoti Dunedin Community Gallery celebrates the wonder and quiet lives of Aotearoa’s natural world.
Connection, belonging at core of exhibition from East Otago artists
Connection, belonging at core of exhibition from East Otago artists
North OtagoAugust 15

Rally cry to reduce speed heard in Hampden

A North Otago community’s rally to improve safety in their town and reduce speed limits has paid off.
Rally cry to reduce speed heard in Hampden
Rally cry to reduce speed heard in Hampden
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North OtagoAugust 10

Flight school’s Oamaru departure could yet be cancelled: MP

A mediator could help to clear the air between Oamaru’s flight school and the council as talks resume, Waitaki’s MP says.
Flight school’s Oamaru departure could yet be cancelled: MP
Flight school’s Oamaru departure could yet be cancelled: MP
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North OtagoAugust 8

Books on the brain — a young artist’s impression

A young gallery enthusiast, James Oh-Stephan, has had his artwork selected as the George Burns Memorial Art Exhibition hero image for 2026.
Books on the brain — a young artist’s impression
Books on the brain — a young artist’s impression
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North OtagoAugust 8

‘All-encompassing storytelling’ — Oamaru writer launches first book

Hailed as a writer “to watch”, Susanna Elliffe, the Oamaru recipient of the New Zealand Society of Authors (NZSA) Laura Soloman Cuba Press Prize last year, has launched her new book.
‘All-encompassing storytelling’ — Oamaru writer launches first book
‘All-encompassing storytelling’ — Oamaru writer launches first book
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North OtagoAugust 7

Two-year shellfish closure at Moeraki

The removal of shellfish from Karerekautuku, near Moeraki, has been banned for two years.
Two-year shellfish closure at Moeraki
Two-year shellfish closure at Moeraki
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North OtagoAugust 1

Musical Theatre Oamaru alumni celebrate 70 years

Hitting the board’s again - former Musical Theatre Oamaru performers are back on stage to celebrate the society’s upcoming 70th anniversary.
Musical Theatre Oamaru alumni celebrate 70 years
Musical Theatre Oamaru alumni celebrate 70 years
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North OtagoAugust 1

Waiareka Women’s institute member joins national team

Waiareka Women’s Institute member, Sue Clark, has been elected to the national executive committee as the president says the long standing organisation is still pertinent.
Waiareka Women’s institute member joins national team
Waiareka Women’s institute member joins national team
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North OtagoAugust 1

Teen Book Club at the Oamaru Public Library ‘opening up new worlds’

A Teen Book Club at the Ōamaru Public Library is a new chapter for young readers.
Teen Book Club at the Oamaru Public Library ‘opening up new worlds’
Teen Book Club at the Oamaru Public Library ‘opening up new worlds’