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25% of district’s cars unwarranted
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25% of district’s cars unwarranted
A quarter of Waitaki’s total passenger vehicle fleet is unwarranted, latest data shows.
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Protocols in place amid bullying claims: principal
Protocols in place amid bullying claims: principal
The majority of students at a Wānaka school that is dealing with accusations of bullying "do the right thing," its principal says.
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What a drag: annual racing event left in limbo by resealing plans
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What a drag: annual racing event left in limbo by resealing plans
A popular event at the Oamaru Airport has been postponed by the Waitaki District Council without formal explanation, leaving the organisers "disappointed and confused".
Dry period likely until Sept in South
Dry period likely until Sept in South
Warmer temperatures and lower than average rainfall are expected to impact snow accumulation and storage in Central Otago and Southland, increasing the likelihood of dry conditions as spring...
Teachers want say on learning spaces
Teachers want say on learning spaces
Local educators agree flexible learning spaces are the way to go but are criticising the lack of consultation from the government that has been ongoing for decades.
Frontline council workers ‘undervalued’
Frontline council workers ‘undervalued’
Frontline workers across local councils are undervalued and management likely overvalued as the pay gap increasingly widens between those at the top and bottom of the food chain, an expert on pay...
Co-working space to combat loneliness
Co-working space to combat loneliness
Wānaka has become a hot spot for remote workers looking to self-start their future success — but the freedom-driven lifestyle comes with a price tag.
Poet’s collection dives into rural life
Poet’s collection dives into rural life
Author Liz Breslin is tackling the tough topics in her latest book of poetry, Show Your Working Out.
Million-tree milestone helps environment
Million-tree milestone helps environment
Over the past decade the Sustainable Business Network has planted one million native plants and trees.
Second airport consultation period set after community calls heard
Second airport consultation period set after community calls heard
The Wānaka community has more time to have a say on the future of the airport, after the first round of feedback was completed.
Hawea, Cromwell, Tarras potential airport sites
Hawea, Cromwell, Tarras potential airport sites
Tarras, Hāwea and Cromwell are all contenders for the preferred location of the Christchurch International Airport expansion project.
Community artwork on display
Community artwork on display
A community-driven art exhibition is being set up this weekend to help show off the hidden talents of Wānaka’s creatives.
Resort gears up for festival
Resort gears up for festival
Snow Sports New Zealand is hosting the Adaptive Festival for the 15th year, continuing to offer an inclusive space for people with disabilities.
Pie contest heating up
Pie contest heating up
Good pastry, the right seasoning and a lot of passion goes into making the perfect pie according to Wānaka’s own award-winning bakery.
Funky sounds abound; band cuts their teeth
Funky sounds abound; band cuts their teeth
Live music is not just good to get the crowd singing and dancing, sometimes it is there to set the right mood, which is what Wānaka’s newest funk band is out to do.
Medical school ‘good news’ for region: MP
Medical school ‘good news’ for region: MP
A new medical school at the University of Waikato is good news for Waitaki, MP Miles Anderson says.
New solar farm idea sparks Network Waitaki’s interest
New solar farm idea sparks Network Waitaki’s interest
A new solar farm in Waitaki could help Network Waitaki combat "capacity constraints" in the region.
Movement on shuttle service to Palmerston
Movement on shuttle service to Palmerston
After plans to extend the Dunedin bus service from Palmerston were rejected, Oamaru locals have been urged to come together to decide how to fill the gap.
Road closed for several days after landslip: WDC
Road closed for several days after landslip: WDC
Diversions are in place for motorists and cyclists following a slip on the Waimate side of Lake Aviemore.
Door closing on chance to post vote
Door closing on chance to post vote
Today is the last day to enrol on the Electoral Register to receive a postal vote in the upcoming local elections.