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
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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
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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
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
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
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
Survey shows value placed on slower lifestyle
It might be a small population but it is a determined one in the Teviot Valley.
Colonel still has feet on the ground
Colonel still has feet on the ground
It is a long way from rural Alexandra to the Defence Force’s top ranks, but there are surprising similarities, according to one senior officer.
Students achieve top NCEA results
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
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
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
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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’
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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
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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.
Big crowd turns out to enjoy A&P show
Big crowd turns out to enjoy A&P show
It was a day that delivered everything promised at the Central Otago A&P Show, in Omakau on Saturday.
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ORC to share information on flooding, debris threats
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ORC to share information on flooding, debris threats
A study on the risks of flooding caused by natural hazards will be shared with Roxburgh residents this week.
Four injured, lane closed on SH6 after serious crash
Four injured, lane closed on SH6 after serious crash
One northbound lane on State Highway 6 is currently closed after a horror vehicle crash in Lake Hayes.
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Bid to host 'Cromwell's biggest event'
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Bid to host 'Cromwell's biggest event'
The earth will move in Cromwell if a vintage machinery event gets traction.
Travellers warned of delays
Travellers warned of delays
Work affecting a major highway in Central Otago is under way and travellers are advised to prepare for delays.