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    South Otago Forest & Bird member Jim Young talks with Gina Gardner, and Quinn, 9, and Piper...

    Penguins’ plight put front and centre

    Local conservationists say they will not stop advocating for hoiho, as the message of their plight continues to gain public awareness.

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    Working holiday cut after drunken crash

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    Working holiday cut after drunken crash

    A Welshman on a working holiday visa has cut his stay short after crashing his car into a power pole while drink-driving.

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    New lease of life for Old Sod Cottage

    South Otago Museum curator Dr Roz McKechnie takes a moment to appreciate the South Otago...

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    New lease of life for Old Sod Cottage

    A South Otago heritage landmark looks set to stand for another century and a-half, following an $88,000 restoration.

    Clearing decks for complex

    Demolition in preparation for the construction of Milton’s new pool-library complex is nearing...

    Clearing decks for complex

    Milton’s long-planned community hub is coming closer to construction as demolition progresses on the site of the future Elsie Stewart Community Library and Pool.

    Local Legend

    Peter Mallon. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Local Legend

    Peter Mallon, of Milton, accepted the first Clutha Leader, Silver Fern Farms Local Legend award for 2026.

    Surf lifesaving, school sports turf given boost

    An architectural drawing of the planned new surf lifesaving clubhouse for Kaka Pt. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

    Surf lifesaving, school sports turf given boost

    Clutha communities were big beneficiaries of almost half the Otago Community Trust’s $1,248,934 December funding round.

    Tributes flow for former Clutha mayor

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

    Tributes flow for former Clutha mayor

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

    Libraries’ role to support, incoming manager says

    Librarians (from left) Tiffany Jenks, new Clutha District Libraries manager Melissa Ellison,...

    Libraries’ role to support, incoming manager says

    Clutha District’s new libraries manager Melissa Ellison is keen to put people first while promoting libraries as hubs for practical community support.

    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

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    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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