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    Punt operator Tom Jones and dog Yoda. Photo: Gianina Schwanecke / Country Life

    Tuapeka Mouth Ferry celebrates 130 years

    The Tuapeka Mouth Ferry, which crosses the Clutha River near Clydevale, is into its 130th year of operation.

    Missing cockatiel finds new home

    Jessie McFadzien holds an 8-week old cockatiel that has had quite a journey after a tree fall led...

    Missing cockatiel finds new home

     A cockatiel on the loose from the Gore Aviary has been found on a dairy farm 20km away.

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    Beach vehicle bylaw decision ‘broken promise’

    A small group of conservationists gather at the Clutha District Council headquarters yesterday to...

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    Beach vehicle bylaw decision ‘broken promise’

    Environmentalists cried out "shame" as they left Clutha District Council chambers yesterday following a decision to cancel a review that would have created safe spaces for wildlife on Clutha beaches.

    Man charged with murdering South Otago vet

    Dr Jillian Clark. Photo: supplied

    Man charged with murdering South Otago vet

    A man is facing a murder charge after a veterinarian was found dead at her South Otago home last month.

    Speed and skill keys to success

    Jake Watt, 15, at last year’s Owaka Speed Shears farmer’s contest, which he won, watched by...

    Speed and skill keys to success

    Owaka will be buzzing this Saturday with another roundup of action and entertainment at the Speed Shears competition at Owaka Community Hall.

    Survey edited for higher uptake

    Hilary Calvert. Photo: supplied

    Survey edited for higher uptake

    A $50,000 random ratepayer survey should help the Otago Regional Council focus on the public’s priorities, the chairwoman says.

    Bandits pip Crabs, Comets wiped

    Flowing follow-through added to Waihola Swan’s Jared ‘‘JC’’ Cunningham’s miraculous accuracy....

    Bandits pip Crabs, Comets wiped

    The Owaka Bandits claimed a six-wicket win over the Milton King Crabs as the South Otago 40-over competition moved into its second round on Saturday.

    Driving to help give others freedom

    Seventeen year-old Annie Maggay’s new Restricted driver’s licence has multiplied her options...

    Driving to help give others freedom

    Volunteers can make a huge difference in fellow Clutha residents’ lives just by being a competent driver.

    Rodeo now set for rescheduled date

    Tokoroa-born rodeo champion Darryl McPherson, carried the four-star banner under perfect weather...

    Rodeo now set for rescheduled date

    The Lawrence Rodeo is saddling up for its rescheduled date of March 1.

    Society makes life easier for film-lovers

    One of the films selected by the Timaru Film Society for viewing this year is The Cats of Gokogu...

    Society makes life easier for film-lovers

    Timaru’s film society is offering newcomers the chance to break into the scene.

    Retro Rock turns time towards ’70s

    South Canterbury Museum director Philip Howe and Museum Development Trust chairman John Simpson...

    Retro Rock turns time towards ’70s

    It is time to break out the round glasses and flared jeans, as the South Canterbury Museum gets ready to host its annual musical time warp.

    Award nominations open for 60th year

    Nominations are now open for the 60th South Canterbury Sport and Recreation Awards, including...

    Award nominations open for 60th year

    Nominations for the 60th South Canterbury Sport and Recreation Awards are now open.

    Theatre Royal revitalisation begins

    Hawkins Ltd has been awarded the contract to complete construction of the combined Timaru Theatre...

    Theatre Royal revitalisation begins

    Long-awaited redevelopment work on Timaru’s Theatre Royal began this week.

    Try, try again, it’s Tryathlon time

    South Canterbury children are being encouraged to have a go and take part in the returning Timaru...

    Try, try again, it’s Tryathlon time

    A staple children’s sporting event is set to return to Timaru after a five-year hiatus.

    Decade of Shakespeare celebrated

    Malvolio (Steve Compton) attempts to woo Lady Olivia (Rebecca Rush). PHOTO: CONNOR HALEY

    Decade of Shakespeare celebrated

    Caroline Bay is set to be transformed into the whimsical world of Illyria as Timaru’s annual Summer Shakespeare production heads to the Sound Shell.

    Repair Cafe in need of new face

    Rhys Taylor’s sudden death late last year has left Repair Cafe organisers on the hunt for someone...

    Repair Cafe in need of new face

    The South Canterbury Eco Centre is vowing to keep one man’s legacy alive.

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    Hometown welcome ‘just amazing’

    Hometown hero Shane Bichan high-fives pupils from Milton Primary School as he passes the town’s...

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    Hometown welcome ‘just amazing’

    A local hero passed through his South Otago town yesterday as he began the final stage of an "epic" 2100km journey by foot.

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    Men outnumbered at Boot Bash reboot

    Southern friends (from left) Lizzie Harris, Stacey Anderson, Shantelle Philip, Genevieve O...

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    Men outnumbered at Boot Bash reboot

    Women outnumbered men by nearly two to one at the Beaumont Boot Bash singles ball at the Beaumont Hotel, highlighting a "serious man drought" in the district.

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    Upgrade gives track smoother, quicker ride

    Lottie Kahukura, 7, builds her technique on Kaitangata’s epic new track. PHOTO: NICK BROOK

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    Upgrade gives track smoother, quicker ride

    A small South Otago town’s new BMX track will be the training ground for riders of all ages to prepare for the national stage.

    Community pays tribute to 'true Southern girl'

    Jillian Clark. Photo: supplied

    Community pays tribute to 'true Southern girl'

    A Milton veterinarian who died in a suspected homicide has been remembered as "the perfect example of a beautiful human" by her friends and family.
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