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Call for information on assault
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Call for information on assault
Police say a daytime assault in a public South Otago location at the weekend was unusual and are appealing for information.
Richard Davison
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‘Blessed’ to be named beauty salon of year
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‘Blessed’ to be named beauty salon of year
The South has a new "beauty spot", after a Balclutha salon’s efforts were recognised by its peers during an awards ceremony at the weekend.
The South Otago Night ‘n Day Rainbow Run
The South Otago Night ‘n Day Rainbow Run
The South Otago Night ‘n Day Rainbow Run was held at Centennial Park in Balclutha, on Saturday, November 11.
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Hundreds take part in colour run
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Hundreds take part in colour run
Bright sunshine and even brighter colours brought the crowds out for a community fitness event in Balclutha on Saturday.
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High hopes for bike complex
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High hopes for bike complex
Project leaders hope an ambitious downhill mountainbike trail project will help make Lawrence a biking destination.
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Mixed reaction to wind farm proposal
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Mixed reaction to wind farm proposal
Community reaction to a proposed new wind farm during a stakeholder outreach session in Clinton yesterday was mixed, but broadly positive.
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Abundance of historic attractions strikes gold
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Abundance of historic attractions strikes gold
Gold fever was in evidence once more at the Lawrence Heritage Day at the weekend.
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Record turnout for 20th annual Coastal Classic
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Record turnout for 20th annual Coastal Classic
Cyclists in the Calder Stewart Taieri Mouth Coastal Classic depart the township’s Livingstonia Park during the multi-disciplinary event yesterday morning.
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Event to launch museum
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Event to launch museum
A heritage day this weekend will be used to start twin initiatives bringing Central Otago’s Chinese gold-mining history into the limelight.
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New walking group will bare all, regardless of onlookers
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New walking group will bare all, regardless of onlookers
A controversial southern naturist says he will not be taking any special measures to avoid public encounters, as he launches a new "clothing-optional" walking group in the Catlins this summer.
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Funding boost from trust for playground
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Funding boost from trust for playground
A "destination" playground — aimed at capturing travellers on their way to Central Otago — has received a major funding boost.
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Lively debate over new cabins at Taylor Park
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Lively debate over new cabins at Taylor Park
The placement of new campground cabins in Milton’s Taylor Park continues to cause lively debate.
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Govt change brings financial uncertainty: district mayor
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Govt change brings financial uncertainty: district mayor
A southern council expects its infrastructure expenditure — and debt — to continue to balloon, as post-election uncertainty about Three Waters persists.
Charges laid after ex-rugby player's van stolen
Charges laid after former rugby player's tools, Toyota Hiace stolen
Police have arrested a man in connection with the theft of former Otago rugby player David Latta's van and tools.
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Clutha council lauded for ‘openness’
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Clutha council lauded for ‘openness’
A southern council has been praised for the "openness" of its meetings and workshops in a new report from the chief ombudsman.
Arrest after David Latta's tools, van stolen
Arrest after David Latta's tools, van stolen
Police have arrested a man in connection with the theft of a vehicle and builders tools from former Otago rugby player David Latta last week.
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‘School to be proud of’ celebrates 150th
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‘School to be proud of’ celebrates 150th
It was a time for reminiscence and reflection over Labour Weekend, as a small rural school marked 150 years of tutelage and care.
Waitahuna School 150th Jubilee
Waitahuna School 150th Jubilee
The Waitahuna School 150th Jubilee was held in Waitahuna on Saturday, October 21.
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Council reconsidering new cabins’ location
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Council reconsidering new cabins’ location
A southern council is considering moving controversial, newly-installed campground cabins to accommodate a fire service request.
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‘Heaps of tears, a lot of pride’ for video
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‘Heaps of tears, a lot of pride’ for video
A sneak preview of a new driver safety video drew tears and plaudits in advance of its release next Thursday.