Nick Brook

Serial restorer’s latest job

John Pryor and company, about to begin his latest restoration at a cottage built about a century...

Serial restorer’s latest job

An historic Beaumont cottage beside the Clutha River is the latest restoration project for John Pryor, a longtime renovator and restorer whose knack with old buildings has taken him around New...

Keeping busy the key to living a long life, centenarian says

The Tuapeka Times team (from left) Fiona Campbell, Dorothy Coburn, Lin Taylor and Barb Anderson...

Keeping busy the key to living a long life, centenarian says

It was business as usual for Dorothy Coburn when she marked her 100th birthday in Lawrence this month.

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Bones ‘exploded’ in near-fatal crash

Christian Campos is recovering in hospital in Balclutha after a near-fatal paragliding accident...

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Bones ‘exploded’ in near-fatal crash

An American paraglider who almost died when he crashed into Wānaka’s Mt Iron late last year wants the world to know he is very much alive - in Balclutha.

Shear speed of speed shearers

Invercargill-based Open category shearer Megan Whitehead gets the next lucky contestant...

Shear speed of speed shearers

Owaka Speed Shears kicked off the South Otago circuit with a buzzing crowd.

Hospital milestone marked

Balclutha Hospital’s Centenary reunion brought a mass gathering of medical professionals to...

Hospital milestone marked

About 135 former andcurrent staff gathered for the Balclutha Hospital 100th anniversary reunion on Saturday.

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Men outnumbered at Beaumont Boot Bash reboot

Enjoying the Beaumont Boot Bash are (from left) Lizzie Harris, Stacey Anderson, Shantelle Philip...

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Men outnumbered at Beaumont Boot Bash reboot

Women outnumbered men by nearly two to one at the recent Beaumont Boot Bash singles ball at the Beaumont Hotel, highlighting a "serious man drought" in the district.

Reunion celebrates hospital’s centenary

A history of community-led healthcare was on display in Clutha at the weekend.

Rodeo now set for rescheduled date

Tokoroa-born rodeo champion Darryl McPherson, carried the four-star banner under perfect weather...

Rodeo now set for rescheduled date

The Lawrence Rodeo is saddling up for its rescheduled date of March 1.

Driving to help give others freedom

Seventeen year-old Annie Maggay’s new Restricted driver’s licence has multiplied her options...

Driving to help give others freedom

Volunteers can make a huge difference in fellow Clutha residents’ lives just by being a competent driver.

Bandits pip Crabs, Comets wiped

Flowing follow-through added to Waihola Swan’s Jared ‘‘JC’’ Cunningham’s miraculous accuracy....

Bandits pip Crabs, Comets wiped

The Owaka Bandits claimed a six-wicket win over the Milton King Crabs as the South Otago 40-over competition moved into its second round on Saturday.

Speed and skill keys to success

Jake Watt, 15, at last year’s Owaka Speed Shears farmer’s contest, which he won, watched by...

Speed and skill keys to success

Owaka will be buzzing this Saturday with another roundup of action and entertainment at the Speed Shears competition at Owaka Community Hall.

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Beach vehicle bylaw decision ‘broken promise’

A small group of conservationists gather at the Clutha District Council headquarters yesterday to...

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Beach vehicle bylaw decision ‘broken promise’

Environmentalists cried out "shame" as they left Clutha District Council chambers yesterday following a decision to cancel a review that would have created safe spaces for wildlife on Clutha beaches.

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Upgrade gives track smoother, quicker ride

Lottie Kahukura, 7, builds her technique on Kaitangata’s epic new track. PHOTO: NICK BROOK

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Upgrade gives track smoother, quicker ride

A small South Otago town’s new BMX track will be the training ground for riders of all ages to prepare for the national stage.

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Men outnumbered at Boot Bash reboot

Southern friends (from left) Lizzie Harris, Stacey Anderson, Shantelle Philip, Genevieve O...

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Men outnumbered at Boot Bash reboot

Women outnumbered men by nearly two to one at the Beaumont Boot Bash singles ball at the Beaumont Hotel, highlighting a "serious man drought" in the district.

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Hub a step closer as demolition progresses

Demolition work in preparation for the construction of Milton’s new pool-library complex is...

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Hub a step closer as demolition progresses

Milton's long-planned community hub is coming closer to construction as demolition progresses on the site of the future Elsie Stewart Community Library and Pool.

Firearms owners urged to speak

Shooting coach and former licensing instructor Stuart Murray sees changes ahead for firearms...

Firearms owners urged to speak

Licensed firearms owners and hunters have an opportunity to have a say in their future as Parliament considers changes for gun ownership and related outdoor lifestyles.

New pump track well received

Project Bruce’s Catherine Paul (left) and Oli Blackbourne help designer-builder Matthew ‘‘Milty’’...

New pump track well received

The "completion for Christmas" of a community-driven dream which began in 2023 has already become a magnet for cyclists in Milton.

Libraries’ role to support, incoming manager says

Librarians (from left) Tiffany Jenks, new Clutha District Libraries manager Melissa Ellison,...

Libraries’ role to support, incoming manager says

Clutha District’s new libraries manager Melissa Ellison is keen to put people first while promoting libraries as hubs for practical community support.

Surf lifesaving, school sports turf given boost

An architectural drawing of the planned new surf lifesaving clubhouse for Kaka Pt. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Surf lifesaving, school sports turf given boost

Clutha communities were big beneficiaries of almost half the Otago Community Trust’s $1,248,934 December funding round.

Clearing decks for complex

Demolition in preparation for the construction of Milton’s new pool-library complex is nearing...

Clearing decks for complex

Milton’s long-planned community hub is coming closer to construction as demolition progresses on the site of the future Elsie Stewart Community Library and Pool.

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