Warning hoiho still at risk
While Moeraki’s yellow-eyed penguins (hoiho) are enjoying their annual "holiday" at sea, conservationists warn their battle for survival is far from over.
Sri Lanka trip ‘awesome experience’
Sri Lanka trip ‘awesome experience’
From Oamaru to Auckland and as far away as Sri Lanka — rugby has taken Ben Sinnamon across the globe.
Bringing up century like a ‘hole in one’
Bringing up century like a ‘hole in one’
If you ask Margaret Kyle, life is a lot like golf.
Who has the best-tasting tap water?
Who has the best-tasting tap water?
Will a sip of pure Waitaki water take the crown or will Waimate reclaim its title from 2023?
Community backs appeal to tune of $10K
Community backs appeal to tune of $10K
The Salvation Army Red Shield appeal in the Waitaki District made over $10,000 this year thanks to volunteers and generous public support.
Chopper’s coffers boosted
Chopper’s coffers boosted
Westpac Bank staff in Oamaru were busy raising money for the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter service last week.
Morning tea ‘for community’
Morning tea ‘for community’
Reach Church will host the first of its twice-monthly free morning teas next month.
Passionate performers
Passionate performers
The Oamaru Performing Arts Society hosted its 86th Annual Festival at the Oamaru Opera House, last weekend.
Musos embrace month
Musos embrace month
Waitakians were treated to some of the district’s finest talent as part of New Zealand Music Month, Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa 2025.
Pupils add a string to their bows
Pupils add a string to their bows
St Joseph’s School pupils were on target during a recent visit from Oamaru Archers.
After-hours healthcare services to be improved
After-hours healthcare services to be improved
People in need of health services in Oamaru will find it easier to be assessed out-of-hours after a funding boost.
Blood pressure checks, advice offered for all
Blood pressure checks, advice offered for all
New Zealand is under pressure and the Heart Foundation is doing something about it.
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Deputy mayor keen to continue council work — but not as mayor
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Deputy mayor keen to continue council work — but not as mayor
Waitaki district deputy mayor Hana Halalele has ruled out a tilt at the mayoralty but says she will continue her "big passion" for building better communities.
Rare law change waives $1.4m bill for WDC
Rare law change waives $1.4m bill for WDC
A rare parliamentary law change has waived a potential $1.4m bill relating to environmental cleanup work that left a 2.2km stretch of scenic coast road at Kakanui unusable.
'Amazing support': Community rallies for Billy
'Amazing support': Community rallies for Billy
The mum of an Oamaru 2-year-old with a rare brain disorder has been overwhelmed by the level of community support for a fundraiser.
Youth jobs programme ‘fantastic success story’
Youth jobs programme ‘fantastic success story’
A scheme helping young Waitaki people has been a "fantastic" success story, Mayor Gary Kircher says.
MP’s office picketed over equity bill
MP’s office picketed over equity bill
Protesters in Oamaru have made their feelings known over changes to workplace regulations.
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'Russian Roulette': Action on speed limits demanded
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'Russian Roulette': Action on speed limits demanded
Hampden’s location on the state highway makes it an ideal stop-off for truckies and tired motorists, but with the busy road cutting the township in half, it is a big safety worry for residents.
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Young politician aims to revive youth wing
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Young politician aims to revive youth wing
In 2023, Ethan Reille was hoping to become NZ's youngest politician. Almost two years later, he's still knee-deep in politics.
Community input sought over water
Community input sought over water
Waitaki District Council will consult the community on becoming part of a four-way "coalition of the willing" behind a multi-district water services entity.