Central Otago

Whole district to decide on name for new community facility

A concept image of the new Cromwell community facility. IMAGE: FILES

Whole district to decide on name for new community facility

Central Otago residents are being urged to help come up with a name for the district’s new community facility on the shores of the Kawarau River in Cromwell.

Temporary crossing for heavy vehicles

Contractors put the finishing touches on the temporary Bailey bridge that will provide a crucial...

Temporary crossing for heavy vehicles

A temporary bridge spanning the Manuherikia River in Alexandra will provide a "crucial crossing" for heavy vehicles, the council says.

Growing village, hoping to elicit revisits

Christina Grant stands in front of her mother’s rose bushes with her husband Callum Grant at ...

Growing village, hoping to elicit revisits

Christina and Callum Grant are following through on a family vision by expanding Tarras Village.

Pair vying for vacant council seat

Pair vying for vacant council seat

And they’re off.

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Claim town keen to look at new sites

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Claim town keen to look at new sites

Despite initial opposition, the Roxburgh community is warming to the idea of looking at new locations for the town’s entertainment centre, the Central Otago District Council has heard.

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'Astounding arrogance': Australian miner in bid to speed-run consent

Santana chief executive Damian Spring. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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'Astounding arrogance': Australian miner in bid to speed-run consent

Santana Minerals wants its massive Central Otago goldmine sped through the fast-track process in 30 working days.

Lake Dunstan capsize 'could have ended very differently'

The incident occurred on Lake Dunstan on Thursday evening. Photos: NZ Coastguard

Lake Dunstan capsize 'could have ended very differently'

A boat capsize on Lake Dunstan yesterday evening left six people in the water, none of whom was wearing a lifejacket.

Sir Sam loving life, no plans to retire

Sir Sam Neill on acting: "I've always felt I've never actually gone to work. I go to play." Photo...

Sir Sam loving life and no plans to retire

LISTEN🔉: Sir Sam Neill talks about his long acting career, making fine wine and his love of Central Otago.

4WD charity safari full

The long convoy of cars from a previous Alexandra Lions 4WD Safari event. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

4WD charity safari full

Registrations for a popular charity 4WD Safari fundraiser closed after a month when all 45 spots were quickly filled.

Roxburgh’s pop-up hardware shop a hit

Tapanui Hammer Hardware manager Jackee Soper outside their pop-up shop in Roxburgh. The store...

Roxburgh’s pop-up hardware shop a hit

Bulk orders of plants led to a new business popping up in Roxburgh.

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No takers for council seat vacated after online storm

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No takers for council seat vacated after online storm

A freshly-elected Otago councillor quit after an online campaign - now nobody is prepared to put their hat in the ring to replace him.

Pit-spitting enthusiasts ready to pucker up

The National Cherry Pit-Spit Championship returns to McNulty House gardens in the Cromwell Heritage Precinct later this month.

CODC to tweak budgets after assessment

A new report on Central Otago District Council’s financial planning says the organisation is at a "developing" stage of maturity, with clear opportunities for ongoing improvement.

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New site may be investigated despite local vote

The site where the Roxburgh town hall and cinema was, shortly after the fire that razed the...

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New site may be investigated despite local vote

People who left a meeting in Roxburgh last week believing their overwhelming vote in favour meant the town’s entertainment centre would be rebuilt on the same site could be in for disappointment.

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View mine decision needs more time

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View mine decision needs more time

A decision on the fast-tracked Bendigo-Ophir gold mine is better made in a slower lane than the government wants, according to the former judge in charge of proceedings.

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