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    Anzac services draw crowds

    Members of the Balclutha Pipe Band lead the Milton-Bruce Anzac Day parade in Milton's main street...

    Anzac services draw crowds

    Several hundred people attended Anzac Day services across Clutha on Saturday morning, in mild, breezy conditions.

    Local legend

    PHOTO: NICK BROOK

    Local legend

    This week’s Silver Fern Farms Local Legend is Milton’s Maggie Tarver, who facilitates the Art with Heart group, who meet 10am to 12pm on Mondays at Te Whare Puāwai hall on the town’s Spenser St.

    Solid duck-shooting season in store: survey

    Celebrating a fresh bag of Tuakitoto-sky-kai in a past season were (from left) Alex Bishop,...

    Solid duck-shooting season in store: survey

    Duck-shooters are keen for season opening this Saturday, May 2, with surveys showing steady participation and favourable conditions.

    Property raided

    PHOTO: NICK BROOK

    Property raided

    Armed police descended on a rural property in South Otago in a pre-planned raid last Thursday morning.

    ‘House of learning’ added to school

    Balclutha builder Mark Van Asperen and deputy principal Gemma Tuhega were proud to welcome Te...

    ‘House of learning’ added to school

    A new "house of learning" has been delivered to a South Otago high school and due to its size needed a circuitous route.

    Bill to speed access to senior funds

    Ingrid Leary

    Bill to speed access to senior funds

    As Labour’s spokeswoman for seniors, I’ve been spending time in retirement villages across Clutha, listening closely to residents and their families about a system that too often leaves them...

    Fallen Otago soldier’s remains lost for over century

    Mont Huon Military Cemetery, a Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery at Le Treport. Photos:...

    Fallen Otago soldier’s remains lost for over century

    An Otago soldier killed in action just weeks before the end of World War 1 has finally been laid to rest in France.

    Anzac Day marked around the district

    Clutha District Mayor Jock Martin (third from left) was among dignitaries and officials speaking...

    Anzac Day marked around the district

    Photos by Richard Davison and Nick Brook.

    Claims still being settled year later

    Bushman Gary Townsend with dog Pickle on some logs from a flattened 11ha forestry block just...

    Claims still being settled year later

    It had all the hallmarks of a Hollywood blockbuster.

    Balclutha residents paying most for power

    Balclutha residents are facing the most expensive power bills in the country. PHOTO: ALLIED MEDIA...

    Balclutha residents paying most for power

    People are increasingly shopping around for cheaper power prices and Balclutha residents are being advised to follow the trend as the town has the most expensive power bills in the country.

    Asbestos to be removed from collection

    Balclutha Museum curator Dr Roz McKechnie says recent funding will help decontaminate artefacts...

    Asbestos to be removed from collection

    A $10,000 grant will help the South Otago Historical Society begin work on artefacts affected by asbestos at the Balclutha Museum.

    Vigilance urged after spike in vehicle crime

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    Vigilance urged after spike in vehicle crime

    Police are reminding the public to be extra vigilant following a recent spike in youth vehicle crime in the Clutha district.

    Foundation announces strong financial growth

    Thomas Christie (left) and Thomas Lee explained how the Clutha Foundation’s 2025 Lyddon...

    Foundation announces strong financial growth

    The Clutha Foundation has announced heartening news for local good causes.

    Brace ensures Challenge Cup retained

    Andrew Haulage Balclutha AFC took on Southend United in Invercargill on Saturday. Photo: Allied...

    Brace ensures Challenge Cup retained

    On a bright and temperate Anzac Day, a squad of 17 players travelled to Bain Park for the opening fixture of the day, with Andrew Haulage Balclutha AFC taking on Southend United.

    Clutha, West Taieri unbeaten

    The cases feature a range of sports, but it is understood that rugby players make up a...

    Clutha, West Taieri unbeaten

    Clutha continued their unbeaten start to the season in a commanding 56-15 victory over Heriot to retain the McIntosh Cup at home on Saturday.

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    House of learning adds new room to high school

    Balclutha builder Mark Van Asperen and South Otago High School deputy principal Gemma Tuhega...

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    House of learning adds new room to high school

    A new "house of learning" has been delivered to a South Otago high school and due to its size needed a circuitous route.

    Poignant speeches, quiet remembrance mark Anzac services

    Wakatipu High School student Brian Yang plays The Last Post at the Arrowtown Anzac Day service,...

    Poignant speeches, quiet remembrance mark Anzac services

    Thousands of people have turned out for Anzac services around the South, which were marked by sombre speeches and quiet reflection this morning.

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    PowerNet faces $7m cost from big storm

    Transpower issued a warning notice on Friday morning saying there was a risk of insufficient...

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    PowerNet faces $7m cost from big storm

    PowerNet is looking at a $7 million cost from the big wind event which hit the south six months ago.

    Vigilance urged after spike in vehicle crime

    Photo: Getty Images

    Vigilance urged after spike in vehicle crime

    Police say people should be extra vigilant following a recent spike in youth vehicle crime in the Clutha district.

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    Balclutha residents paying most for power

    Transpower issued a warning notice on Friday morning saying there was a risk of insufficient...

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    Balclutha residents paying most for power

    People are increasingly shopping around for cheaper power prices and Balclutha residents are being advised to follow the trend as the town has the most expensive power bills in the country.
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