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    Jump in number of volunteers

    John Milburn

    Jump in number of volunteers

    Volunteer group Wheels to Dunstan have had an increase of up to 40% in volunteers and rides for the service.

    Kids’ book details young adventures

    Author Vaughan Wilson with his first published book Holidays with Fergie. PHOTO: EVIE SINCLAIR

    Kids’ book details young adventures

    A new Kiwiana children’s book delves into childhood memories of summers in Otaki throughout the 1970s and 80s.

    Motherhood sparks artist’s creativity

    Lani Martin specialises in dry brush painting and often paints portraits of loved ones, children...

    Motherhood sparks artist’s creativity

    Lani Martin was 21 and pregnant with her first child Hana when she picked up a paintbrush and started to paint.

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    Town steals show ahead of challenge

    The Nightcaps-Ohai VFB crew of Milton Helman, Frank van Milenburg, Robbie Ferguson, Simon Greer,...

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    Town steals show ahead of challenge

    Fifty-seven Southland firefighters are gearing up to haul 25kg of kit up 51 flights of the Auckland Sky Tower next month — but it’s the tiny town of Nightcaps that’s stealing the show.

    Nothing to suggest Gloriavale children unsafe: Minister

    An ERO report found the school had not met three of eight registration criteria and was not a...

    Nothing to suggest Gloriavale children unsafe: Minister

    Minister Louise Upston says she didn't see anything on a visit to Gloriavale that caused concern about children's safety at the West Coast Christian community.

    Safety fears over ride sharing for people with disabilities

    Total Mobility is a scheme which offers subsidised transport for those who struggle to get around...

    Safety fears over ride sharing for people with disabilities

    A government proposal to increase transport options for people living with impairments has been rejected by a southern council over safety fears.

    Council votes to not alter alcohol hours

    LAPs give local communities more input into licensing decisions. Photo: Getty Images

    Council votes to not alter alcohol hours

    Southland liquor outlets have been given the green light to continue trading up to 16 hours a day, despite Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora calling for shorter hours.

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    Everyone’s at the velodrome

    PHOTO: NINA TAPU

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    Everyone’s at the velodrome

    Friends and rivals Emma Crawford and Lucia Boys warm up before competing in the semifinal of the girls U17 sprint at the Cycling NZ Track National Championships in the Invercargill Velodrome on Tuesday.

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    Link urged before Kawarau cycle trail opens

    Trail riders on the Lake Dunstan cycle trail approach a cantilevered section over the Clutha...

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    Link urged before Kawarau cycle trail opens

    An influx of cyclists is expected in Bannockburn shortly — and council funds should be used to ensure their safety, the community board says.

    Warnings issued for courthouse altercation

    Oamaru District Court. Photo: ODT files

    Warnings issued for courthouse altercation

    Two Oamaru men were let off with a warning after an altercation at the town’s main street courthouse this week.

    Bum weather no obstacle for riders

    Seasoned rodeo performer Rex Church, of Poolburn, competes in the steer wrestling slack in a gap...

    Bum weather no obstacle for riders

    Despite a continuing bum steer from the weather gods, rodeo enthusiasts galloped on in Lawrence at the weekend.

    Parents reminded children under 12 need supervision

    PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Parents reminded children under 12 need supervision

    Officials are appealing for parents to monitor their children at Clutha’s libraries, following ‘‘road safety concerns’’.

    Zero rates increase overall for ORC

    Hilary Calvert

    Zero rates increase overall for ORC

    The Otago Regional Council has announced an overall zero rates increase in its draft Annual Plan, leading to reductions for ratepayers in some cases.

    Initiatives join forces for greater suicide awareness

    Jahna Hancox, 13, of Kaitangata, rides mum Erin Green’s horse Abby during a suicide awareness...

    Initiatives join forces for greater suicide awareness

    A timely push for greater suicide awareness is allowing two initiatives to join forces in South Otago.

    Sealing begins at carpark

    $690,000 work begun on the TPŌMA carpark last August is nearing completion. PHOTO: NICK BROOK

    Sealing begins at carpark

    Clutha District Council contractors began laying chip seal at Clutha District War Memorial and Community Centre public carpark last Wednesday.

    Thefts prompt warning

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    Thefts prompt warning

    Southern District Police are urging people in rural areas of Clutha to be alert, following several reports of burglaries in South Otago and Eastern Southland.

    Sewage spill quickly resolved

    A hazardous waste tanker moves in to clear up raw sewage escaping on to a vacant section in...

    Sewage spill quickly resolved

    The Clutha District Council moved fast to manage sewage spillage in Balclutha last week.

    Local Legend

     PHOTO: NICK BROOK

    Local Legend

    This week’s Clutha Leader — Silver Fern Farms Local Legend is accountant-bowler Colleen Fenton.

    Community united for new helipad

    The first landing on Fairlie’s new helipad was one of the four newly-bought rescue helicopters,...

    Community united for new helipad

    One high country farmer’s vision has become a reality.

    High jump coach Halberg winner

    James Sandilands was named the Buddle Findlay Coach of the Year at the 63rd Halberg Awards. PHOTO...

    High jump coach Halberg winner

    A former South Canterbury athlete has won big at the 63rd Halberg Awards.
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