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Drugs a factor in fatal off-road crash: coroner

The Hawkdun Range in Central Otago. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

Drugs a factor in fatal off-road crash: coroner

A Dunedin man who died in a night-time accident in the Hawkdun Range had MDMA in his bloodstream, the coroner saying the drug in his system was likely to have contributed to the crash.

Death at Te Anau waste station

Death at Te Anau waste station

One person has died following a workplace incident at a State Highway 95 premises yesterday afternoon.

Above average temperatures predicted for winter

Above average temperatures predicted for winter with less snow on the slopes

While many southerners may be rubbing their hands together with glee at news that temperatures are "very likely" to be warmer than average over the next three months, others may not be so pleased.

Whitestone’s Monte Cristo wins top award

Celebrating with the Champion of Champions trophy are (from left) Annabel Berry, Christine Lovell...

Whitestone’s Monte Cristo wins top award

Whitestone Cheese cleaned up at the NZ Champions of Cheese awards, paying tribute to one half of the instigators of the business.

Gorge Rd to be closed for a fourth time

The latest rating valuations for the Whakatipu, based on a property’s likely sale price last...

Gorge Rd to be closed for a fourth time

The Whakatipu Transport Programme Alliance will return to Queenstown’s Gorge Rd this month to adjust a wastewater pipe laid just over 18 months ago.

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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.

Rock cairns not welcome on lake’s shoreline: advocate

Residents and tourists around the Mackenzie region are being urged to take only photographs and...

Rock cairns not welcome on lake’s shoreline: advocate

The waterfront near the Church of the Good Shepherd in Lake Tekapo is growing legs.

Oyster festival sells out; same format in 2025

Oyster festival sells out; same format in 2025

Competitors shuck oysters blindfolded during a Bluff Oyster & Food Festival.

Airport runway resealed

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.

Principal settling in at ‘thriving’ school

Duntroon School has a new principal, Sarah Caldwell. PHOTO: JULES CHIN

Principal settling in at ‘thriving’ school

Sarah Caldwell is the new principal of Duntroon School.

‘Big privilege’ for Zorab to lead brigade

Jack Zorab has been appointed Chief Fire Officer for the Omarama Volunteer Fire Brigade. PHOTO:...

‘Big privilege’ for Zorab to lead brigade

There is a new chief in charge of the Omarama Volunteer Fire Brigade.

Season still lingers in the mind

Season still lingers in the mind

Yet another season is over, but are they ever really over?

Legal review delaying Lake2Lake

Legal review delaying Lake2Lake

It may be some time before any work is done on the extension to the Lake2Lake trail in Southland.

Investiture

Investiture

Peter Swain, of Invercargill, awarded a King's Service Medal for services to the community, poses with Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro during a ceremony in Wellington yesterday.

Old-timer

Old-timer

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

Artist finds Wānaka ideal for nonconformity

Colour, curves and a bit of romance is how local artist Briar Hardy-Hesson describes her contemporary work.

Down but not out after double diagnosis

Davide and Andrea Bono on holiday near Christchurch over the Easter break. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Down but not out after double diagnosis

In May 2022, Andrea Bono didn’t want to head over the hill to Queenstown for her free mammogram.

Theatre buffs to stage first show

Onstage Wānaka committee members (from left) Alan McArthur, Sarah Hambrook, Jennie Lyall, Janine...

Theatre buffs to stage first show

Wānaka’s new theatre group has been overwhelmed with support as members put together a cast for their first production.

Families urged to get in spirit of zero waste

Dripping Bowl chef Evelyn Vallillee is ready to teach Wānaka some waste reduction tips and tricks...

Families urged to get in spirit of zero waste

On a mission to leave no carrot behind, Wānaka Wastebusters is once again hosting a food appreciation programme to get people in the spirit of zero waste.

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