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    Over 4000 still without power; outages could last weeks

    Power supplies are gradually being restored across the South after last week's severe winds....

    Over 4000 still without power; outages could last weeks

    Properties in remote areas of the storm-hit lower South Island could still be without power for weeks, authorities have warned.

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    Area relatively unscathed by weekend’s bad weather

    While Upper Clutha’s primary sector appears to have missed the worst of last week’s storm,...

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    Area relatively unscathed by weekend’s bad weather

    Overnight sub-zero temperatures could be the final blast for the Upper Clutha after a blitz of bad weather over Labour Weekend.

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    Well-known sights captured in exhibition

    Laurence Aberhart takes a photo of the old fire station building in Gore with his large format...

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    Well-known sights captured in exhibition

    A New Zealand photographer known for his detailed shots of forgotten buildings across the country says he fell in love with Southland for its natural beauty, its light and its big sky.

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    ‘Tirelessly’ working to fix lines

    Powernet chief executive Paul Blue visits a Clydevale farm yesterday to talk to customers and...

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    ‘Tirelessly’ working to fix lines

    "We know you’re there and we’re coming to help ... "

    Southland couple thrilled to win rural competition

    Southland farmers Mark and Elspeth Thomson are heavily involved in their local Lora Gorge...

    Southland couple thrilled to win rural competition

    Southland farming couple Mark and Elspeth Thomson are the winners of this year’s Otago Daily Times-Rural Life Rural Champions initiative.

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    Millions worth of storm-related claims lodged

    PHOTO: GERARD O'BRIEN

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    Millions worth of storm-related claims lodged

    Millions of dollars worth of insurance claims are flooding in following widespread disruption and significant damage to Otago and Southland properties and infrastructure.

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    Tanks on loose roll in as alerts go missed

    Logan Bennett, of Owaka, inspects damage to his home caused by a runaway water tank during storms...

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    Tanks on loose roll in as alerts go missed

    Wild weather last week put a new spin on getting "tanked up" for one Catlins couple.

    Advice to stay ‘well clear’ as winds hit

    A resident views a large protected tree that snapped and lunged over a fence in Spencer St. PHOTO...

    Advice to stay ‘well clear’ as winds hit

    Otago and Southland residents are being reminded to stay "well clear" of trees and damaged buildings — particularly over the next few days as the regions are set to be hit with more strong winds.

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    Govt emergency funding a ‘drop in a bucket’

    Inch Clutha farmer Donna Weir sits on the roof of her shed that was sent flying about 100m during...

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    Govt emergency funding a ‘drop in a bucket’

    The government’s contribution to the mayoral relief fund is like a "drop in a bucket", an Inch Clutha dairy farmer says.

    Storm escalation 'took everyone by surprise', Southland mayor says

    An uprooted tree in Invercargill. Photo: Invercargill City Council

    Storm escalation 'took everyone by surprise', Southland mayor says

    The Southland mayor says his region wasn't prepared for last week's fierce storm that hammered Southland and South Otago, knocking out power, water and communications.

    Truck fire briefly closes SH1 near Herbert

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    Truck fire briefly closes SH1 near Herbert

    A fire in the cab of a truck heading through North Otago closed State Highway 1 for about an hour this morning.

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    Pupil’s actions give family ‘invaluable’ time with grandmother

    Ardgowan School pupil Emma Shimauchi Moore was presented with a Neighbourhood Support award this...

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    Pupil’s actions give family ‘invaluable’ time with grandmother

    Upstanding members of our community come in all shapes, sizes — and ages.

    Young Otago mum focused on making memories after cancer diagnosis

    Briar Dawson and her 3-year-old daughter Elsie. Photo: Supplied/Givealittle

    Young Otago mum focused on making memories after cancer diagnosis

    A young Otago mother is making the most of her time left with her daughter after a shock diagnosis of an incurable cancer.

    Damage on one farm to cost more than entire relief fund

    Winton deer farmer Cam Nelson with his family. Photo: RNZ

    Damage on one farm to cost more than entire relief fund

    A Southland farmer says fixing the damage to his business alone will cost more than what the government has stumped up for the entire region, following last week's storm.

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    Ayrburn Classic car show up for award

    This Ferrari Monza 750 will be one of the star attractions at the 2026 Ayrburn Classic. PHOTO:...

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    Ayrburn Classic car show up for award

    Arrowtown's Ayrburn developer Chris Meehan is "beyond thrilled" his hospitality precinct’s car show is up for an international award after only its first year.

    Irish man dies in Queenstown accident

    Dillon McDermott. Photo: RIP.ie

    Irish man dies in Queenstown accident

    Tributes are flowing for an Irish man who died after an accident in Queenstown last week.

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    Sadness as generational family farms up for sale

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    Sadness as generational family farms up for sale

    Whether it is a sign of the times or coincidence, at least three Southland properties, farmed by the same families for over 100 years, are up for sale.
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