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‘Clearly rotten’ oak crashes on to house
A massive, ‘‘clearly rotten’’ oak tree came crashing down on to the roof of an Arrowtown house yesterday morning, causing significant damage to the property.
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Events centre upgrade to six courts mooted
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Events centre upgrade to six courts mooted
A planned $46 million, four-court sports centre may not be big enough for Queenstown’s growing population, councillors have heard.
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Neighbour-objectors blasted after costs win
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Neighbour-objectors blasted after costs win
The owners of Queenstown’s Thurlby Domain say neighbours who opposed them in a legal battle should reflect on their ‘‘reprehensible conduct’’.
Sale of PSS rest-home, village confirmed
Sale of PSS rest-home, village confirmed
The sale of Gore’s Resthaven Village — owned by Presbyterian Support Southland (PSS) for several decades — has been formally confirmed, with the new owners to take over operations from July 1.
Four accused of using dating app to target Invercargill victim
Four accused of using dating app to target Invercargill victim
Four youths are accused of using a gay dating app to target a victim whose Invercargill home they allegedly then tried to force their way into.
‘Phoenix’ to rise again
‘Phoenix’ to rise again
Oamaru Steam and Rail general manager Harry Andrew has been busy in the society’s workshop along with his hardworking team making final preparations for the launch of The Phoenix railcar tomorrow.
Whitebaiters urged to wear lifejackets as father swept away
Whitebaiters urged to wear lifejackets as father swept away
A coroner is urging whitebaiters to wear lifejackets after a father of 12 died on the West Coast in 2024.
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Pilot died ‘doing what he loved’
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Pilot died ‘doing what he loved’
Wānaka pilot Tim Brown will be farewelled on Wednesday after he died ‘‘doing what he loved’’.
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What are you looking at?
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What are you looking at?
The spidey-senses of Hokitika photographer Kirsty Wilson gave her the winning edge at the Photographic Society of NZ's 2026 National Exhibition of Photography.
Investitures
Investitures
Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro at an investiture ceremony in Wellington.
Inspiring hope at the ball
Inspiring hope at the ball
At just 7 years old, Winchester Rural School pupil Grace Quinlan has already endured more than most adults ever will.
Reihana new face of food rescue
Reihana new face of food rescue
Luke Reihana is preparing to wrangle food rescue and rugby roles this year.
Locals get insight into salmon farming
Locals get insight into salmon farming
Mt Cook Alpine Salmon opened its doors earlier this month to offer 100 locals an insight into its salmon farming operations.
Nursing fund closing in on target
Nursing fund closing in on target
A long-forgotten fund is only $1200 short from being able to begin supporting the professional development of nurses in Aoraki.
Warning issued ahead of black ice after crash
Warning issued ahead of black ice after crash
With winter looming and icy conditions already leading to a crash in the Mackenzie district this week, the New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is reminding motorist to remain vigilant.
Walking 100km for Sweet Louise
Walking 100km for Sweet Louise
A Timaru breast cancer survivor is stepping up for a good cause.
Hopes rally gets strong turnout
Hopes rally gets strong turnout
British motoring brilliance is set to once again be celebrated this King’s Birthday weekend.
Parts of suspension bridge up for sale
Parts of suspension bridge up for sale
Parts of the old suspension bridge up the Hooker Valley on Aoraki/Mt Cook are being offered for sale as the replacement structure nears completion.
Actors sought for delightful story
Actors sought for delightful story
A South Canterbury theatre company is on the hunt for actors to help bring another Jane Austen story to life.
Staley living his musical dream
Staley living his musical dream
To celebrate New Zealand Music Month, The Courier has caught up with some of South Canterbury’s musical maestros to talk about their journeys and experiences with music.