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    Huge Cromwell subdivision on fast-track path

    A massive Cromwell subdivision has doubled in size to 1000 lots and is now on the fast track to approval.

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    Govt confirms $2m to improve Falls Dam

    The water intake at Falls Dam sits high and dry in this 2024 file photo. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

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    Govt confirms $2m to improve Falls Dam

    A $2 million funding boost from the government has been described as significant, as the plan to enlarge and fix Falls Dam gathers steam.

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    Annoyance, concerns over vandalism spree

    Vandalism at the Serpentine Diggings, near Ranfurly, over Waitangi weekend included damage to the...

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    Annoyance, concerns over vandalism spree

    A church that has stood for more than 150 years, one of the last markers of a once-thriving goldmining settlement, has been damaged as part of a destructive rampage in the area.

    Dry grasslands lead to declaration of outdoor fire ban

    Photo: RNZ

    Dry grasslands lead to declaration of outdoor fire ban

    All outdoor fires in Central Otago are banned until further notice.

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    Colonel still grounded

    Former Alexandra woman Colonel Lisa Kelliher is the New Zealand Defence Force’s defence adviser...

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    Colonel still grounded

    Looking back on her childhood growing up on the family farm in Central Otago, Lisa Kelliher can see how her background shaped her career in the military.

    One seriously hurt in crash near Alexandra

    One seriously hurt in crash near Alexandra

    A person is in a serious condition after a single-car crash near Alexandra this evening.

    Fires banned as risk 'steadily increasing' in Central Otago

    Fires banned as risk 'steadily increasing' in Central Otago

    All outdoor fires will be banned in Central Otago from tomorrow amid "very dry" conditions.

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    Sir Ian takes up invite to visit mine site

    Sir Ian Taylor. Photo: ODT files

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    Sir Ian takes up invite to visit mine site

    Sir Ian Taylor has changed his tune and now plans to visit Santana Minerals’ proposed goldmine in pursuit of answers.

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    Wineries on Lake Dunstan to be linked by cruise boat

    Cromwell Winery Cruises owner and operator Sam Taylor is launching his new business next week.

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    Wineries on Lake Dunstan to be linked by cruise boat

    Dreams of lounging on a boat, cruising from winery to winery are set to become a reality in Cromwell.

    Handbag collection begins

    House of Travel consultant Jessica Thomas, manager Robbie Bell, Love Grace Alexandra co-ordinator...

    Handbag collection begins

    People of Central Otago are encouraged to collect items for New Zealand women in need as the Love Grace handbag appeal returns for a fifth year.

    Workshop held

    Workshop held

    The Cromwell town centre redevelopment is back on the table as work begins on the 2027 long-term plan.

    Optimism despite ‘light’ fruit volume

    Central Otago cherries may be harder to find after this week. PHOTO: RNZ

    Optimism despite ‘light’ fruit volume

    It has been a mixed bag for fruitgrowers in the South this summer, as many blame the poor weather for disappointing yields.

    National rally comes to Cromwell

    Colin and Kirsty Mitten arrive in Cromwell in their 1951 MG TD last week. The couple travelled...

    National rally comes to Cromwell

    The best of British was on full display in Cromwell last week, as 64 MG cars from around New Zealand made a stop in Central Otago.

    Survey shows value placed on slower lifestyle

    Roxburgh township is feeling the Central Otago property market boom. PHOTO: BRUCE MUNRO

    Survey shows value placed on slower lifestyle

    It might be a small population but it is a determined one in the Teviot Valley.

    Students achieve top NCEA results

    These Cromwell College students achieved merit or excellence in NCEA level one or two in 2025....

    Students achieve top NCEA results

    Central Otago students are top notch, beating the national NCEA average across the region.

    Water restored after shutdown in Cromwell

    File photo: Gregor Richardson

    Water restored after shutdown in Cromwell

    Water has been restored to all consumers in a part of Cromwell hit with an emergency shutdown late this morning.

    Planning for ‘thriving, accessible’ town centre

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    Planning for ‘thriving, accessible’ town centre

    Redevelopment of the Cromwell town centre is back on the table.

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    Divers retrieve rubbish from lake

    Dive Otago students Gus Bixley (left) and Josh Fleming with some of the loot they secured from...

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    Divers retrieve rubbish from lake

    The view from above is stunning but the view down below not so good.

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    Mixed bag but ‘plenty of fruit yet to be picked’

    Hannah Pearson, 12, of Dunedin, is a big blueberry fan and likes to pick her own at Blue Willow...

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    Mixed bag but ‘plenty of fruit yet to be picked’

    It has been a mixed bag for fruit growers in the South this summer, many blaming the poor weather for disappointing yields.

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    'Never flooded here': client hits out at insurance hike

    An aerial shot of Alexandra. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    'Never flooded here': client hits out at insurance hike

    An Alexandra woman says her insurance company is charging her more because they say she lives in a flood zone but council records say she does not.
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