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    $13.6m Gore industrial hub expected to drive jobs

    At yesterday’s announcement are (from left) Hokonui Rūnanga manager Terry Nicholas, Gore...

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    $13.6m Gore industrial hub expected to drive jobs

    A planned $13.6 million industrial hub near Gore represents a significant investment that "can only bode well for the South, and for New Zealand", the associate regional development minister says.

    Ire over fighter jet display at Warbirds

    The USAF F-22 Raptor Demo Team is taking part in this year’s Warbirds over Wanaka show over...

    'Not appropriate': Ire over fighter jet display at Warbirds

    Plans to showcase F-22 Raptor fighter jets at Warbirds Over Wānaka have drawn criticism that the display legitimises US military force and weapons used to kill civilians.

    Back for seconds: Wānaka McDonald's approved

    Concept design of the proposed McDonald’s on Sir Tim Wallis Drive in Wānaka’s Three Parks area....

    Back for seconds: Wānaka McDonald's approved

    McDonald's has emerged victorious in its bid to open a restaurant in Wānaka at the second time of trying.

    Oamaru artist facing threat to iconic gallery told 'tough titties'

    Donna Demente with her dogs Spanners (3, left) and Spooky (7) in her Oamaru studio in 2023. Photo...

    Oamaru artist facing threat to iconic gallery told 'tough titties'

    An Oamaru artist battling a 300% rent rise and other changes affecting her iconic gallery was told "tough titties" when she complained.

    Faceless mystery man sought over Hāwea crime spree

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    Faceless mystery man sought over Hāwea crime spree

    Police have released video footage of a mystery man believed to be behind a series of car crimes in Lake Hāwea. 

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    'Lost control': Man threw trolley at alleged sex abuser

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    'Lost control': Man threw trolley at alleged sex abuser

    A Gore man who threw a supermarket trolley at a man accused of sexually violating his niece is ashamed of taking justice into his own hands.

    Solar storm’s ‘dancing light’

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    Solar storm’s ‘dancing light’

    The forecasted aurora australis arrived as promised on Tuesday night, lighting the sky across the South.

    Going loco: Tour riders race Kingston Flyer

    It was not only the Tour of Southland riders who were puffing as they rode alongside the Kingston...

    Going loco: Tour riders race Kingston Flyer

    Riding at high speed alongside a historic locomotive is not the usual experience for professional cyclists.

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    Mountain bike injuries fall but still high in Otago: ACC

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    Mountain bike injuries fall but still high in Otago: ACC

    Otago mountain bikers are still among the leaders in New Zealand when it comes to injuring themselves, but the numbers appear to be declining.

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    Firearms licences denied to 63 in the South

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    Firearms licences denied to 63 in the South

    Domestic violence and alcohol abuse are among the reasons people in the South have been denied firearms licences.

    Stronger water shortage response initiated

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    Stronger water shortage response initiated

    Environment Southland staff are stepping up monitoring of water levels across the region as concern about dry conditions rises.

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    Cabinet sits on plan for region’s health

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    Cabinet sits on plan for region’s health

    Health Minister Simeon Brown has seen a proposal for the future of healthcare in the Central Otago/Lakes district, but he is not saying when the public will have a look.

    Memories alive in display

    Former Faigan’s Store manager Jude Omond, is transported back in time with memorabilia from the...

    Memories alive in display

    The revival of an old Central Otago general store has brought back plenty of memories for former manager Jude Omond — including the time she had a knife pulled on her.

    Views sought on boating safety bylaw

    Lake Dunstan. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Views sought on boating safety bylaw

    With summer and boating season in full swing throughout Otago’s harbours, lakes and waterways, people in Central Otago have the opportunity to share their views about boating safety.

    Year review helpful in fresh start

    Year review helpful in fresh start

    January loves a fresh start.

    Bridge closure

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    Bridge closure

    Due to bridge maintenance works the Luggate Red Bridge on State Highway 8A will be closed from Sunday to Thursday nights between 8pm and 6am until Friday, March 27 (excluding public holiday weekends).

    Strong turnout for shearing fundraiser

    Celebrating the success of a community fundraiser for their family are, from left, James, Lizzie,...

    Strong turnout for shearing fundraiser

    Shearers queued at the stands to take their turn to help out a mate at the weekend raising more than $120,000 for a trip of a lifetime for him and his family.

    South Island champs coming

    Yachts from the Cromwell Radio Yacht Squadron compete on Lake Dunstan. The club will host the...

    South Island champs coming

    If watching sport from the comfort of an armchair appeals but you know getting outdoors is good for you there is a perfect sporting event coming to Central Otago.

    Surplus carried forward for CODC

    Mayor Tamah Alley. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Surplus carried forward for CODC

    A surplus of nearly $8 million was carried forward from the last financial year, slightly less than expected, according to the Central Otago District Council’s annual report.

    Clearing decks for complex

    Demolition in preparation for the construction of Milton’s new pool-library complex is nearing...

    Clearing decks for complex

    Milton’s long-planned community hub is coming closer to construction as demolition progresses on the site of the future Elsie Stewart Community Library and Pool.
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