Spate of crashes as heavy rain drenches much of South
Several vehicle crashes have been reported on state highways in the South this morning, where MetService is warning of heavy rain for much of the region.
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Stories a warning on cancer genetics
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Stories a warning on cancer genetics
An Oamaru mother and daughter are part of an emotional new video series developed by the New Zealand Familial Breast and Ovarian Cancer Trust
New council to seal Beach Rd’s fate
New council to seal Beach Rd’s fate
The future decision to either abandon Oamaru’s Beach Rd to the sea or spend upwards of $10 million to retain the route will be left to the new council
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Pensioner in court over alleged Oamaru road rage attack
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Pensioner in court over alleged Oamaru road rage attack
An Oamaru pensioner has appeared in court after an alleged road-rage incident which left a 21-year-old female driver concussed.
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‘Horrific’: cyclist allegedly attacked driver
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‘Horrific’: cyclist allegedly attacked driver
A male cyclist in his 60s allegedly rained down punches on a young female driver in a "horrific" Oamaru road-rage incident.
Cancer battle continues for ‘miracle’ toddler
Cancer battle continues for ‘miracle’ toddler
Former Oamaru man Shaun Todd says what was once only a possibility, is now becoming a reality, but faces a nervous wait to hear whether his daughter, Indie, will receive crucial treatment in the US.
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Far-flung kākā pair spotted enjoying public gardens
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Far-flung kākā pair spotted enjoying public gardens
A pair of rare and brightly coloured kākā seen in Oamaru this week must have flown at least 100km, as the crow flies, an expert says.
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Church set to celebrate 160th
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Church set to celebrate 160th
A children's disco, an organ recital and a walk down memory lane will all be part of the coming celebrations of St Luke’s Anglican Church 160th anniversary celebrations next month.
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Waitaha database aims to reconnect, back inquiries
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Waitaha database aims to reconnect, back inquiries
Building a "powerful new database" of whānau and supporters with an aim of reconnecting the iwi, and to back their kaupapa inquiries to the Waitangi Tribunal, is the Waitaha Taiwhenua o Waitaki...
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Smith wants more after ‘cool’ year
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Smith wants more after ‘cool’ year
There is no place like home.
Crucial game for Old Golds
Crucial game for Old Golds
The business end of the season is here for North Otago.
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North Otago’s own Ryder Cup annual event
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North Otago’s own Ryder Cup annual event
The Ryder Cup is on in Oamaru this weekend.
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Erdody thrilled to land dream job
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Erdody thrilled to land dream job
From Oamaru to Utah — basketball has taken Esteban Erdody worldwide.
'He would’ve loved to be here': Mate honoured in memorial tournament
'He would’ve loved to be here': Mate honoured in memorial tournament
Sean O’Neill and Rusty McDonald were respected rivals more than 30 years.
Volunteer’s support work recognised
Volunteer’s support work recognised
The North Otago Sports Bodies Association is recognising that people do great things behind the scenes to help their sports. This week Nic Duff tracks down North Otago Riding for the Disabled...
Call to back korora for Bird of Year
Call to back korora for Bird of Year
As the Bird of the Year competition celebrates its 20th anniversary, the Waitaki District Council is encouraging residents to rally behind a local feathery friend — the blue penguin/korora — as a...
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Open season open soon
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Open season open soon
The sport fishing season is upon us.
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Hands-on lessons at school’s farm
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Hands-on lessons at school’s farm
Old MacDonald had a farm — and so does Waitaki Boys’ High School.
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Alliance to stay farmer co-op after buy-in
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Alliance to stay farmer co-op after buy-in
Details have been released on how Alliance Group can stay a farmer-owned co-operative even after a proposed big-money amalgamation with Ireland’s Dawn Meats.
Set up summer garden with work now
Set up summer garden with work now
October weather can still be changeable, but hopefully it brings the gentle spring rain gardens love — far better than drying winds or icy blasts.
