Crews fight 'tricky' St Bathans blaze
Crews fight 'tricky' St Bathans blaze
Central Otago fire crews spent the Saturday afternoon dealing with a "rather tricky" vegetation fire that spread in St Bathans.
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Lake boardwalk taking shape
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Lake boardwalk taking shape
Work on the final section of the 15km Lake Brunner Scenic Trail is ramping up with a new 400m boardwalk taking shape on the southwestern side of the lake at Mitchells.
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Kebab order ends in costly court appearance
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Kebab order ends in costly court appearance
An Australian tourist lost his wallet, then lost the plot, after his Queenstown kebab order was cancelled.
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Couple defrauded people they knew: police
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Couple defrauded people they knew: police
A couple accused of a $1million fake cancer swindle used stories of expensive treatment and locked overseas funds to string their victims along, police say.
‘Critical mass’ of experience needed
‘Critical mass’ of experience needed
Filling up to 1200 new West Coast mining jobs in the next few years will require a "critical mass" of mining industry experience to mentor people new to the sector, Minerals West Coast says.
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Liquidators appointed to orchard but secrecy surrounds details
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Liquidators appointed to orchard but secrecy surrounds details
Liquidators have been appointed for Ardgour Valley Orchards, near Tarras, but information is scant on what exactly is happening.
Doc, police investigating sea lion deaths
Doc, police investigating sea lion deaths
The Department of Conservation (Doc) and police are executing a joint investigation into the shooting of three sea lions near the mouth of the Waitaki River last weekend.
Surprise at leader’s resignation
Surprise at leader’s resignation
A former Gloriavale member says he is surprised to hear its disgraced leader has resigned.
Easement proposal draws heat
Easement proposal draws heat
A heated public hearing was held on Wednesday over a contentious proposal to create an easement along Youghal St, which would encroach on land currently designated as a recreational reserve for the...
Women’s ranks growing in Coastguard
Women’s ranks growing in Coastguard
It used to be an all-male domain but the Coastguard is fast becoming one with plenty of females.
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Family in the trenches over mouldy home
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Family in the trenches over mouldy home
A young family in Palmerston battling the council over their wet and mouldy home have been forced to dig trenches to drain away excess water.
Minigolf on the cards for Lumsden
Minigolf on the cards for Lumsden
A project born out of passing time during wedding trips could soon become a popular attraction in rural Southland.
Creation of Albert Town hub proposed
Creation of Albert Town hub proposed
A growing Wānaka neighbourhood is fighting to have its own community hub as it looks to apply for over $4million in asset funds.
Young skier sets sights on winter Olympics
Young skier sets sights on winter Olympics
Up-and-coming Snow Sports New Zealand skier says she is hungry for more as she works hard to qualify for the winter Olympics.
Community board backs Wastebusters’ proposal
Community board backs Wastebusters’ proposal
Wānaka’s largest community-led recycling hub could lose out on $9million for potential expansion if the council fails to show support.
A lifetime of work on show
A lifetime of work on show
A local art legend will be honoured this weekend with an exhibition showcasing a lifetime of work.
Grant aims to make access to recreation facilities easier
Grant aims to make access to recreation facilities easier
Getting more people more active, more often is the aim of the Queenstown Lakes District Council with the launch of its 2025 Get Active Community Grant.
Rhythm and Alps reveals line-up for 15th anniversary
Rhythm and Alps reveals line-up for 15th anniversary
Rhythm and Alps will return for its 15th anniversary this December with a line-up that will feature international heavyweights and homegrown artists.
Dairy revenue up: Yili Group
Dairy revenue up: Yili Group
Upgrades to the Oceania Dairy plant in Glenavy have helped China-based parent company Yili Group boost New Zealand revenue growth, the company reports.
More people may qualify for govt’s rates rebates
More people may qualify for govt’s rates rebates
Further details on how SuperGold card holders can claim rebates on their district rates have been released.