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    New pump track well received

    Project Bruce’s Catherine Paul (left) and Oli Blackbourne help designer-builder Matthew ‘‘Milty’’...

    New pump track well received

    The "completion for Christmas" of a community-driven dream which began in 2023 has already become a magnet for cyclists in Milton.

    Firearms owners urged to speak

    Shooting coach and former licensing instructor Stuart Murray sees changes ahead for firearms...

    Firearms owners urged to speak

    Licensed firearms owners and hunters have an opportunity to have a say in their future as Parliament considers changes for gun ownership and related outdoor lifestyles.

    Ride to promote suicide awareness

    Kaitangata woman Erin Green enjoying the view from the hills above her hometown. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Ride to promote suicide awareness

    Suicide awareness is critical in the prevention of family tragedy, and a group led by the friends of Erin Green is raising funds to support the cause in South Otago.

    Swans show why they are leaders

    Waihola Swans bowler Craig Gordon. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Swans show why they are leaders

    The Waihola Swans cemented their position at the top of the South Otago 40-over competition with a 163-run win over the Valley Stingers at Tuapeka Mouth on Saturday.

    Balclutha bowlers triumph at national competition

    National Open Singles champion Darron Wolland, representing the Balclutha Bowling Club. PHOTO:...

    Balclutha bowlers triumph at national competition

    Otago and Balclutha bowlers dominated in the national disabled outdoor bowls championships in Christchurch last week, where Darron Wolland and Reilly Paterson claimed national titles.

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    Beaumont Boot Bash given a reboot

    Beaumont Boot Bash organiser Olivia Montgomery (back right) and friends (back, from left) Oli...

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    Beaumont Boot Bash given a reboot

    Love is in the air — with a side order of gumboots — as a classic singles ball returns to the country calendar later this month.

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    Historic goods shed cafe inspired by love

    Waitahuna Station Goods Shed Cafe owners Ailsa Rose and Bob Corona pause for a brew outside their...

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    Historic goods shed cafe inspired by love

    A labour of love, leading to a new cafe at the heart of a South Otago community, had a suitably romantic inspiration.

    SH8 reopens after truck and trailer rollover

    Photo: RNZ

    SH8 reopens after truck and trailer rollover

    State Highway 8 near Lawrence has reopened this morning after a truck and trailer rollover last night blocked the key southern route.

    SH8 closed as truck rolls near Lawrence

    Photo: RNZ

    SH8 closed as truck rolls near Lawrence

    Special emergency appliances have been dispatched to State Highway 8 near Lawrence, where a truck and trailer carrying an excavator has rolled and is leaking diesel.

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    Chance to ‘reset and refocus’

    PHOTO: NICK BROOK

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    Chance to ‘reset and refocus’

    As councils across the South look ahead to a busy year in local politics, the Otago Daily Times speaks to leaders about what’s on the horizon for 2026.

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    Tributes flow for former Clutha mayor

    Former Clutha district mayor Juno Hayes at his Milton home, shortly before receiving his ONZM...

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    Tributes flow for former Clutha mayor Juno Hayes

    Family, friends and fellow political figures have paid tribute to former Clutha district mayor Cyril Edwin "Juno" Hayes following his death on Monday.

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    Backing down on bylaw review ‘cowardly’: advocate

    The Sea Society says sea lions and other Catlins wildlife remain vulnerable to unsafe driving on...

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    Backing down on bylaw review ‘cowardly’: advocate

    An environmental group is calling a southern council’s step away from further beach wildlife protection "cowardly".

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    Man stabbed bedroom wall after partner fled argument

    Mark Pine, pictured here in 2020, was jailed yesterday for assaulting his partner and police....

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    Man stabbed bedroom wall after partner fled argument

    A Milton man stabbed holes in his walls with a knife and was so belligerent during his arrest he had to be transported in a custody van.
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