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    Trust on track with wellbeing of community

    Upper Clutha tracks trust chairman David Howard (left) and contractor Greg Keen stand in front of...

    Trust on track with wellbeing of community

    A new ‘‘intentionally rough’’ public track is under construction at Hawea.

    Applications to open for region’s Eco Fund

    Mt Rosa Residents Association members build rabbit-netted fences to strengthen their rabbit...

    Applications to open for region’s Eco Fund

    Otago's contestable fund for environmental projects across the region will soon be open for applications.

    Harvest festival a ‘celebration’

    Harvest festival a ‘celebration’

    Wao Wānaka has announced the return of the harvest festival this weekend.

    Whole-town garage sale returns for good cause

    Palmerston Garage Sale Extravaganza organiser Holly Joyce is excited to bring the event back for...

    Whole-town garage sale returns for good cause

    The Palmerston Garage Sale Extravaganza is back for a second year.

    ‘Great vibe’ at fundraising trail ride

    Marley Geary, 9, left, and William Atenas, 10, get ready to ride at the Five Forks Foothills...

    ‘Great vibe’ at fundraising trail ride

    The Five Forks Foothills Trail Ride has again proved to be a roaring success.

    Bard’s tales educate, entertain students

    Ugly Shakespeare Company performers (from left) Kelly Hocking, Greg Cooper and Nick Dunbar...

    Bard’s tales educate, entertain students

    To be or not to be, that is the question posed to Waitaki Boys’ and Girls’ High School students last week.

    Female artists centred on women’s day

    Judges at the 2026 Zonta Ashburton Women’s Art Award (from left) Kim Pieters and Bridie Lonie...

    Female artists centred on women’s day

    North Otago art leaders were part of International Women’s Day celebrations at the Zonta Ashburton Women’s Art Awards held at Rokowhiria Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum last week.

    Friendly Bay family day turns on fun

    Brothers Caiden (left) 8, and Hudson Melton, 6, enjoy their snow cones at the Friendly Bay Family...

    Friendly Bay family day turns on fun

    Sun, sand and slushies— the annual Friendly Bay Family Fun Day last weekend was a success .

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    Groups asked for mine proposal feedback

    A Central Otago issue, the proposed Santana goldmine. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

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    Groups asked for mine proposal feedback

    The fast-track expert panel overseeing a massive mining proposal in Central Otago has approached several environmental groups for feedback.

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    All go for air show: organiser

    A Mk XI PR Spitfire, one of only two of its kind still flying in the world, has arrived in pieces...

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    All go for air show: organiser

    Warbirds over Wānaka is all go — no matter the state of the world and the rocketing price of aviation fuel.

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    Proposed fish farm in uncharted waters

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    Proposed fish farm in uncharted waters

    A panel has been appointed for a Southland fish farm development but it is heading into uncharted waters.

    Club prepares for nationals

    Waikouaiti Rodeo Club committee member Chris Robinson is excited to see the club host the...

    Club prepares for nationals

    Chris Robinson has been hard at work ahead of this weekend’s National Finals Rodeo in Waikouaiti — but his family history with the sport goes back decades.

    Luxury SUV used in Invercargill ram raid

    Police said the raid happened at 5.15am today at a supermarket on North Road, Waikiwi. Photo:...

    Ram raiders use luxury SUV for Invercargill tobacco heist

    Ram raiders made off with a "large amount" of tobacco and cigarettes after using a luxury SUV to smash through the front doors of an Invercargill supermarket.

    Meeting at Milton station led to 70-year romance

    Irene and Ted McCreath will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary with family and friends on...

    Meeting at Milton station led to 70-year romance

    An unforgettable encounter at a South Otago railway station in 1953 marked the start of a long romance for a couple celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary.

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    Concern over levels of gravel in river

    The Gore brown trout statue welcomes visitors to the ‘‘world capital of brown trout fishing’’....

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    Concern over levels of gravel in river

    Some anglers are concerned lower fish numbers in the Mataura River, one of the world’s finest for brown trout, might be related to the levels of gravel in the river.

    Pair arrested in Southland drug bust

    Cannabis was recovered during the two-day police operation in rural Southland. Photo: NZ Police

    Pair arrested in Southland drug bust

    Two people have been arrested after a drug bust in rural Southland.

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    Pet parade at show a family affair

    Judy Young has been involved in the Wanaka A&P Show pet parade since 1995 and has no desire...

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    Pet parade at show a family affair

    For longtime local Judy Young, the Wanaka A&P Show is about more than tradition — it is a family affair.

    ‘Cracking day’ at rodeo hoped for

    Waikouaiti Rodeo Club president Richard Robinson is ready to welcome all to the National Finals...

    ‘Cracking day’ at rodeo hoped for

    Waikouaiti hosts the National Finals Rodeo tomorrow.

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    Musicians at event

    The West Coast’s legendary celebration of wild and foraged foods this weekend will also feature some of New Zealand’s best-known musicians.

    Sir Ian, Jones to face off over gold mine

    Sir Ian, Jones to face off over gold mine

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