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AI being used in plan submission process

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AI being used in plan submission process

Artificial intelligence is being used in the Central Otago District Council’s long-term plan submission process — but machines are not taking over, the mayor says.

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Local groups to be involved in rebuild

The blaze which gutted the Roxburgh town hall on Waitangi Day this year. Photo: Richard Davison

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Local groups to be involved in rebuild

Members of the Teviot Valley Community Board are pushing for locals to have a meaningful say in the new Roxburgh Entertainment Centre project.

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Fears pines could crowd in on open historic Lonely Graves site

Pine trees have been planted close to the the Lonely Graves site near Millers Flat. PHOTO: GERARD...

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Fears pines could crowd in on open historic Lonely Graves site

An investigation has been launched into the possibility of pine seedlings having been planted at a historic reserve in Central Otago.

Alcohol ban extended for festival

The Alexandra Blossom Festival alcohol ban will now stretch to cover the Teviot Valley. PHOTO:...

Alcohol ban extended for festival

A ban on alcohol being drunk in public will be extended in a move designed to provide police with another "tool" for managing antisocial behaviour connected to the Alexandra Blossom Festival.

Airport runway resealed

The Alexandra Aerodrome has reopened following a week-long closure to resurface its 1200m runway, a long-awaited upgrade that began on March 31.

‘Very good’ visitor numbers from Australia

The number of cyclists from Australia riding the Central Otago Rail Trail is on the rise. PHOTO:...

‘Very good’ visitor numbers from Australia

As the summer tourism season on the Otago Central Rail Trail comes to a close, domestic tourist numbers have plateaued for some operators.

Old-timer

The Millers Flat bridge over the Clutha River is 176.2m long and has four 4.9m-high steel bowstring arch spans.

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Over 100 gather to discuss penguins

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony science and environmental manager Dr Philippa Agnew welcomed 113...

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Over 100 gather to discuss penguins

The largest-ever Oamaru Penguin Symposium has begun, drawing 113 experts and enthusiasts from around NZ.

'Awful': Reality of pokie addiction laid bare

David George’s plea to the Central Otago District Council to adopt a sinking-lid policy on gaming...

'Awful': Reality of pokie addiction laid bare

Cromwell resident David George has seen first hand the devastating impact pokie addictions have on Central Otago families.

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Keen to win against the odds

Five questions for Alexandra coach Lee Wilson.

New ultra race deemed a success

Runners near the completion of another lap. PHOTO: SUPPLIED/KELSI MILLAR-PHOTOS4SALE

New ultra race deemed a success

Competitors braved the rainy Easter weekend to run 6.7km every hour on the hour until they could run no more at the inaugural Alexandra Carousel Backyard Ultra race.

Boat marathon powers up gorge

The roar of powerboats echoed through the Cromwell Gorge on Saturday as rounds two and three of the New Zealand Boat Marathon Commission’s 2025 race calendar were held in Central Otago.

Hundreds gather in remembrance

Cadets from No50 (Alexandra) Squadron Air Training Corps take their positions before the wreath...

Hundreds gather in remembrance

Despite the cold, hundreds of Central Otago residents gathered to pay their respects at the various Anzac Day services across the district on Friday, one of whom was Teviot Valley Community Board...

Weaver to learn from Indian masters

Cromwell weaver PK Marcin in front of her loom in her studio. She hopes to add another dedicated...

Weaver to learn from Indian masters

A Cromwell weaver has the opportunity to study jamdani weaving with master artisans in West Bengal, India after winning a scholarship.

BMX coach ‘proud’ of award nomination

Cromwell BMX rider, coach and Central Otago Sports Awards Junior Spirit of Central awards...

BMX coach ‘proud’ of award nomination

A teenage BMX coach said he was quite proud to be one of the finalists for the 2025 Forsyth Barr Central Otago Sports Awards, to be held in Wānaka in May.

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Cemetery project makes grave discovery

The Southern Geophysical team (from left) George Dart, Jack Fleming and Jess MacFarquhar scan the...

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Cemetery project makes grave discovery

At least three probable unmarked graves were discovered using ground-penetrating radar at Cromwell Cemetery and it is very likely more will be discovered.

Hills’ wetlands work boon for game birds

Omakau farmer and duck-shooter David Hill (left) shows Otago Fish & Game operations manager Jamie...

Hills’ wetlands work boon for game birds

As Otago duck-shooters ready their decoys and check their gear ahead of the game bird season opening this Saturday, an Omakau farming couple are being praised for their efforts in preserving vital wetland habitats.

Improved pit design outlined by miner

Santana Minerals has worked out a way to halve the amount of rock it needs to waste before it reaches its Central Otago payload.

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Cliff flag designed to keep conflict ‘in the public eye’

Motorists using the Cromwell Gorge road yesterday may have noticed a large Palestinian flag on...

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Cliff flag designed to keep conflict ‘in the public eye’

People driving through the Cromwell Gorge yesterday were given a very visual reminder that the conflict in Gaza continues, with the unfurling of a massive Palestinian flag.

Youth voice on plan heard

Youth voice on plan heard

Central Otago students are seizing the chance to have their say on the district’s future.

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