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    Mayor warns as accommodation providers target Lake Tekapo

    Concern is rising about the number of small units and short-term accommodation options cropping...

    Mayor warns as accommodation providers target Lake Tekapo

    A Christchurch-based short-term accommodation provider actively promoting property investment in Lake Tekapo.

    New Jazz moves to a different tune

    The Honda Jazz Crosstar has its own special character which will help it standout in our crowded...

    New Jazz moves to a different tune

    A version of the compact Honda Jazz hatch that moves to a different beat to the rest of the range is the Crosstar, with its pseudo SUV looks.

    Vegetables aplenty despite weather

    A healthy broad bean harvest late in spring. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

    Vegetables aplenty despite weather

    April has been a month of mixed weather conditions in the garden.

    Councillor investigated over alleged assault

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    Councillor investigated over alleged assault

    A councillor in his 80s under investigation for an alleged assault has admitted being ‘‘a bit naughty’’.

    Students honoured to take on role

    Taking on the leadership roles at Mountainview High School this year are head students (from left...

    Students honoured to take on role

    The Courier is catching up with student leaders in secondary schools throughout South Canterbury. In this instalment by reporter Connor Haley, we have the school leaders from Mountainview High...

    Intersection upgrades to be ‘game changer’

    Work on the Showgrounds intersection on State Highway One is expected to be completed by mid year...

    Intersection upgrades to be ‘game changer’

    Long-awaited upgrades to the Showgrounds intersection are now under way.

    Full throttle towards electric future

    One of MyWay by Metro’s new EVs, known as ‘‘very small buses’’ or VSBs. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Full throttle towards electric future

    Timaru’s MyWay by Metro service will soon be 100% electric with the introduction of 10 new electric vehicles.

    Volunteer’s extra help recognised

    Theodora Van Merrienboer has been acknowledged with a certificate of appreciation for...

    Volunteer’s extra help recognised

    On top of her day job, a Timaru volunteer has still found the time to help two extra organisations.

    Organisations giving information by the book

    Citizens Advice Bureau manager Anne-Marie Chapman and Community Trust chief executive Tim Barnett...

    Organisations giving information by the book

    Two community organisations have come together to produce a much-needed booklet for residents.

    Taonga to be transformed

    Arowhenua Māori School tumuaki Bronwyn Te Koeti checks up on the progress of a project to restore...

    Taonga to be transformed

    A project to restore a historically significant 131-year old South Canterbury taonga is under way.

    Proud to step up, give back to school

    Taking on the leadership roles at Opihi College this year are (from left) head students Lachlan...

    Proud to step up, give back to school

    The Courier is catching up with student leaders in secondary schools throughout South Canterbury. In this instalment by reporter Connor Haley, we have the school leaders from Opihi College. The...

    Boxers held their ground: coach

    The Timaru Boxing Association Gym had a strong outing at the recent South Island Novice...

    Boxers held their ground: coach

    It was a weekend to remember for the Timaru Boxing Association Gym with six boxers making their competitive debuts at the South Island Novice Championships.

    Mountainview principal moving on

    Mountainview High School principal Kenny Diamond is saying goodbye after being at the school for...

    Mountainview principal moving on

    Teaching in Timaru was only ever meant to be a one-year gig for outgoing Mountainview High School principal Kenny Diamond.

    Hut gets upgrade despite weather

    Two kea fly overhead as renovations take place at Mueller Hut. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

    Hut gets upgrade despite weather

    Despite snow and gale force winds, Mueller Hut has had a spruce up.

    High cost of petrol fuels rally

    Floating a bunch of transportation methods for local support workers to get to their clients...

    High cost of petrol fuels rally

    Broomsticks, hobby horses, scooters and skates ...

    Police name woman killed in Twizel e-scooter crash

    Police lack an overall digital evidence handling system, and, so far, the funding to get one....

    Police name woman killed in Twizel e-scooter crash

    Police have named the woman who died in an e-scooter crash in Twizel.

    Highway reopens after crash near Geraldine

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    Highway reopens after crash near Geraldine

    State Highway 79 has reopened after a crash brought down power lines near Geraldine this afternoon.

    Politics evening informs, engages local youth

    A sizable crowd packed into the South Canterbury Eco Centre for a youth-focused political...

    Politics evening informs, engages local youth

    A youth-focused political information evening in Timaru has proved popular.

    Breastfeeding event brings mums together

    Event organiser Renee Haumu (left) and Chloe Lysaght surrounded by goodie bags. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Breastfeeding event brings mums together

    Timaru’s youngest residents have latched on to a good idea.

    Young leaders to support students

    Taking on the leadership roles at Mackenzie College this year are (from left) deputy head girl...

    Young leaders to support students

    The Courier is catching up with student leaders in secondary schools throughout South Canterbury. In this instalment by reporter Connor Haley, we have the school leaders from Mackenzie...
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