Ambulance service kept out Ambulance service kept out Long waits for an ambulance could be avoided if independent operators were able to take on the overflow, according to one local provider.
Bowen wins third successive term Bowen wins third successive term Timaru District Mayor Nigel Bowen has been re-elected for a third successive term in resounding fashion after receiving more votes than the other two mayoral candidates combined.
New mayor easily wins top seat at council table New mayor easily wins top seat at council table Twizel electrician Scott Aronsen received a clear mandate from the Mackenzie district to take up the mayoral reins.
Local songwriters feature in shows Local songwriters feature in shows An event aiming to give South Canterbury musicians the opportunity to showcase their original work is back again and cranking things up to 11.
Election results puzzle candidate Election results puzzle candidate One of the unsuccessful candidates for the Central Otago mayoral seat was puzzled by the election results as they came out on Saturday.
Warming families, one log at a time Warming families, one log at a time A shed in Timaru’s port precinct is bringing cultures and organisations together in their efforts to keep the community warm.
Recognised for going ‘the extra mile’ Recognised for going ‘the extra mile’ Geraldine volunteer Robin Crawford has been recognised for his hard work.
Spooky season’s safe trunk-or-treat set to return Spooky season’s safe trunk-or-treat set to return Organisers for Fairlie’s popular Trunk-or-Treat are helping others to get in the spirit.
Registrations open for annual three-day ride Registrations open for annual three-day ride Wheels are in motion for the 22nd charity bike ride.
Centenarian reflects on lifetime of change Centenarian reflects on lifetime of change Although he hung up his apron many years ago, a former Timaru butcher has carved out a new milestone — his 100th birthday.
Golf raises funds for rescue service Golf raises funds for rescue service Two heart-stopping moments were behind Friday’s charity golf tournament at Pleasant Point Golf Course.