Local democracy needs our support
Local democracy needs our support
As we approach October’s local body elections, it is worth reflecting on something that sets Gore District apart; our engagement in local democracy.
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Pit stop
Pit stop
Car 39 team members Arron Campbell, Laike Guzik, Donna Guzik and Nathan "Flippa" Fraser relax at the Croydon Lodge in Gore after a day tackling Southland roads.
Doc, rūnanga come out against Waikaka goldmine
Doc, rūnanga come out against Waikaka goldmine
A couple of heavy hitters have come out against a planned gold mine in Waikaka but some locals appear to be backing the venture.
Rigs, classic cars made accessible for everyone
Rigs, classic cars made accessible for everyone
The opportunity for those with special needs to ride in a big classic car is back this Saturday at Waimumu.
Six Mongrel Mob members found guilty
Six Mongrel Mob members found guilty
Six members of the Mataura Mongrel Mob were found guilty on Friday of serious assaults and kidnapping in Southland in 2022.
Semifinals set to be tight
Semifinals set to be tight
The regular season is done in Eastern Southland netball and eyes now turn to the playoffs with semifinals being played on Saturday.
Council facilities to open later tomorrow
Council facilities to open later tomorrow
All Gore District Council facilities will open slightly later than usual tomorrow.
Meals on Wheels seek volunteers
Meals on Wheels seek volunteers
Whether it is once a month or a twice a year, Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteers to deliver to those who are in need.
Gravel issue on agenda at meeting
Gravel issue on agenda at meeting
The issue of gravel build-up in the Mataura River is on the agenda for Environment Southland tomorrow.
Councils told bridge work needed
Councils told bridge work needed
Southern councils should look to build bridges in bulk to cut costs and have a ready supply available, a transport meeting was told late last month when the Otago/Southland Regional Transport...
Name remains suppressed
Name remains suppressed
The identity of the man charged with manslaughter over a ute crash that claimed the life of an Otago man will remain secret — for now.
No parole: focus on ‘own comfort’
No parole: focus on ‘own comfort’
A child-molesting national snooker champion "appears more focused on his own comfort" than the impact on his victim, the Parole Board says.
Previously convicted woman jailed for thefts
Previously convicted woman jailed for thefts
A Mataura woman with more than 90 previous shoplifting convictions has been jailed for more retail theft across Southland.
Drink-driver accused of drinking prior to sentencing
Drink-driver accused of drinking prior to sentencing
A Southland man who drove his family home while twice over the legal limit was accused of having alcohol on his breath during sentencing, a court has heard.
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No stopping 'tireless search' for son
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No stopping 'tireless search' for son
The parents of a missing French exchange student believed to have been last sighted in Te Anau more than five years ago have been moved by the kindness of Kiwis.
Museum work progressing well within overall budgets
Museum work progressing well within overall budgets
The public will get their first look inside Te Unua-The Museum of Southland early next year.
Combined council bid discussed in 1980s
Combined council bid discussed in 1980s
A bid to combine Southland’s four councils is not the first time the topic has been discussed.
Man charged over child porn had hoped to abuse 4-year-old
Man charged over child porn had hoped to abuse 4-year-old
A Southland man caught with child-abuse videos spoke online about his desire to abuse a 4-year-old, a court has heard.
Arm wrestling champs brings athletes south
Arm wrestling champs brings athletes south
The Southland Arm Wrestling Club brought the sport down South, with competitors from all over vying for glory — and a massive prize pool.
Fear of dog threat to kiwi on Rakiura
Fear of dog threat to kiwi on Rakiura
Dogs are killing kiwi on Stewart Island/Rakiura, residents claim, and a change in attitude is needed to stop the deaths.