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    Implant enables man to live life fully

    Cochlear implant technology has allowed Timaru-man Donald Gilmour to return to the dance floor....

    Implant enables man to live life fully

    A Timaru man has been able to hit the dance floor once again thanks to cochlear implant technology.

    Bard’s tale of love, chaos entertains

    Twin siblings Sebastian (Tomas Giraldo) and Viola (Prea Millar) attempt to keep hold of each...

    Bard’s tale of love, chaos entertains

    Caroline Bay’s Sound Shell was transformed into the whimsical world of Illyria at the weekend as Timaru’s annual Summer Shakespeare returned. Reporter Connor Haley went along to capture the...

    Festival to show array of cultures

    Getting ready for their annual festival are the Multicultural Aoraki team of (back, from left)...

    Festival to show array of cultures

    Multicultural Aoraki is preparing to mark the fifth anniversary of its annual cultural celebration festival.

    Delays expected from road works

    Reconstruction work is being carried out on State Highway 79 between Geraldine and Fairlie. PHOTO...

    Delays expected from road works

    Road users travelling on State Highway 79/Geraldine-Fairlie Highway should be aware of potential short delays as scheduled road reconstruction work is carried out through until next month.

    Career kick-started by scholarship

    Scholarship recipient Sophie Bock is congratulated by Aoraki Foundation gift and community...

    Career kick-started by scholarship

    Geraldine student Sophie Bock has been named the 2026 recipient of the O’Sullivan Family Scholarship, an award established to support South Canterbury students studying at Lincoln University.

    Children’s Day returns to cap off summer

    Adam Allsorts entertained audiences with his balloon animal making skills at last year’s Children...

    Children’s Day returns to cap off summer

    A day full of family fun remains the focus of the long-running annual South Canterbury Children’s Day.

    Dog rules to keep wildlife safe

    Dogs are not permitted in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, even if they remain in vehicles.

    Dog rules to keep wildlife safe

    Dogs are being brought along for the ride by visitors heading into Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, prompting Department of Conservation staff to remind the public about the rules.

    Festival to be electric opportunity

    Timaru-born musician Caitlin Bradley (CAITLIN) will be performing on the main stage at Electric...

    Festival to be electric opportunity

    A Timaru-born musician is set to take to the main stage at the biggest festival in Australasia this weekend.

    Pupils embrace active start

    Walking to school are Amato siblings Soane, 5, Fakava, 12, Sikiviu, 11, Simone, 7 and Ailini, 9.

    Pupils embrace active start

    Waimataitai School is one several South Canterbury primary schools stepping up to reward and encourage active transport methods for pupils when travelling to school.

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    Mackenzie Country in midst of visitor boom

    The Top 10 Omarama Holiday Park is full of tourists. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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    Mackenzie Country in midst of visitor boom

    Queenstown Lakes may be leading the way in bringing tourists back to New Zealand, but a quiet part of the country is not far behind.

    Club flourishing in the junior ranks

    The Pareora Jaguars celebrate retaining the McCarthy Cup in July 2025. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Club flourishing in the junior ranks

    If you have children aged from 5 to 10 years old who would like to play rugby then Pareora RFC would be pleased to welcome them for the coming season.

    Event for female bikers

    Excited about Timaru’s free evening workshop for female motorcyclists are (from left) Heartland...

    Event for female bikers

    South Canterbury Road Safety is teaming up with Heartland Suzuki and Love Motorcycle Training to run a free evening workshop for female motorcyclists.

    Leonard wins at singles tournament

    Women’s centre singles finalists Sharon Leonard (left) and Anne Wooffindin (both of Kia Toa)...

    Leonard wins at singles tournament

    A great turnout for the women’s centre singles by 16 women from around South Canterbury played at Geraldine Bowling Club on the February 14 and 15.

    Qualifier to be held

    Players compete at last year’s Table Tennis New Zealand Qualifier 2 South Island tournament....

    Qualifier to be held

    For the second year in succession South Canterbury will host the Table Tennis New Zealand (TTNZ) allocated Qualifier 2 South Island tournament.

    Back to push for further honours

    Pleasant Point’s women’s team is returning after an impressive 2025 campaign. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Back to push for further honours

    With preparations in full swing across all grades, the club looks forward to welcoming back players, volunteers, supporters and families for what promises to be another strong season in maroon.

    Fresh and positive outlook for new season

    The Geraldine Rugby Football Club’s women’s team is about to enter its fifth season. PHOTOS:...

    Fresh and positive outlook for new season

    Geraldine Rugby Football Club kicks off the season with a fresh and positive outlook. Last year brought plenty of highlights across all areas of the club, both on and off the field, and we’re...

    Year of change for traditional power

    The Temuka Rugby Club is among South Canterbury’s most successful clubs, having won 43 senior...

    Year of change for traditional power

    Temuka Rugby Club, South Canterbury’s oldest club, is gearing up for a season of renewal following last year’s 150th anniversary celebrations.

    Challenge to be demanding day for competitors

    Waimate is set to host the ironman of firefighting this weekend, with participants competing in...

    Challenge to be demanding day for competitors

    The Ironman of firefighting will take place at Waimate’s William Boland Park this weekend.

    District fund to build ‘a legacy for tomorrow’

    Preparing the launch the new Waimate District Fund are (from left) Aoraki Foundation gift &...

    District fund to build ‘a legacy for tomorrow’

    A new chapter in community-led philanthropy is beginning in the Waimate district, with the creation of the Waimate District Fund.

    Rockers groove for local bands

    Alice Sollis performs with the Song Pilots.

    Rockers groove for local bands

    Perth St was moving and grooving at the weekend for the latest edition of Retro Rock. South Canterbury Museum curator Chris Rapley captured some of the action.
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