Games continue to go strong after 150 years
Games continue to go strong after 150 years
After one and a-half centuries, the Waimate Caledonian Games is still going strong.
Concert to celebrate revered poet
Concert to celebrate revered poet
The Waimate Scottish Society are gearing up to hold their 62nd Burns Night Concert.
Cycle path important link
Cycle path important link
The construction of a cycleway along the Arowhenua section of State Highway 1 is part of a bigger over-arching plan. The new shared path connects the Temuka River Bridge to the Opihi River Bridge,...
Croquet contribution recognised
Croquet contribution recognised
A Timaru man’s three decades of involvement in croquet has been rewarded with a life membership.
Workplace gifts seen as ‘way to give back’
Workplace gifts seen as ‘way to give back’
The Aoraki Foundation is urging South Canterbury people to consider adding workplace giving to their New Year’s resolutions.
Last day to enter photo competition
Last day to enter photo competition
Keep those summer photos coming!
On track to extend racing legacy
On track to extend racing legacy
The Sprague racing legacy is continuing to grow as 16-year-old Alex Sprague impresses behind the wheel.
Trevathan, Aker too good in pairs event
Trevathan, Aker too good in pairs event
South Canterbury’s young guns Alphy Trevathan and Kieran Aker were all class in cleaning up the premier pairs one-day tournament played on the Geraldine green on Saturday.
Back under way as stalwart leaves
Back under way as stalwart leaves
Indoor Bowls for 2026 got under way on Wednesday last week with an open day where members of the public could come and have a roll up.
Large contingent has championship success
Large contingent has championship success
Last weekend at Lake Ruataniwha Canterbury Rowing Association hosted their largest ever championship regatta with over 1325 competitors.
Kona struggling in fierce market
Kona struggling in fierce market
Launched over two years ago, the second-generation Hyundai Kona urban SUV was trumpeted at the time as bigger and bolder than the vehicle it replaced, but has struggled to replicate the sales...
Choosing the right subjects at school
Choosing the right subjects at school
Choosing school subjects is often not an easy task.
Deep history, powerful sense of unity
Deep history, powerful sense of unity
Happy New Year to the Timaru Boys’ High School community! Kia ora koutou!
Expat sees country shift
Expat sees country shift
A Venezuelan woman has had the unique experience of witnessing a pivotal moment in her country’s history from her new home on the other side of the world.
Global deer industry leader recognised
Global deer industry leader recognised
A Geraldine man has been honoured for his contributions to the deer industry, which span nearly four decades.
Honouring service
Honouring service
Associate Transport Minister James Meager is calling on New Zealanders to do their part to celebrate those who risk their lives to bring people home safely, by nominating them for the 2025 New...
Recognition for lifetime in education
Recognition for lifetime in education
A former Timaru teacher and principal who has dedicated nearly half a century to education has been recognised in the the 2026 New Year honours list.
Seeking photos
Seeking photos
Keep those summer photos coming! The Courier’s annual Summer Photo Competition gives you the chance to show off your photography skills by submitting an image that captures the...
Upgrades complete as stadium reopens
Upgrades complete as stadium reopens
After being out of bounds for three months, Aorangi Stadium’s doors are now open.
Cruise ship stops by
Cruise ship stops by
Last week Timaru was visited by its biggest cruise ship of the season.