Shear speed of speed shearers
Owaka Speed Shears kicked off the South Otago circuit with a buzzing crowd.
United despite our differences, views
United despite our differences, views
As this is my first time writing in the Clutha Leader this year, I hope you have had a great start to 2026 and also an enjoyable Waitangi weekend.
Reunion celebrates hospital’s centenary
Reunion celebrates hospital’s centenary
A history of community-led healthcare was on display in Clutha at the weekend.
Tuapeka Mouth Ferry celebrates 130 years
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
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’
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Award nominations open for 60th year
Nominations for the 60th South Canterbury Sport and Recreation Awards are now open.
Theatre Royal revitalisation begins
Theatre Royal revitalisation begins
Long-awaited redevelopment work on Timaru’s Theatre Royal began this week.
Try, try again, it’s Tryathlon time
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
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
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’
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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.