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Vigilante attack broke man’s eye socket
A manager at an Alexandra bar attacked a man in an act of vigilante justice, leaving him with a broken eye socket and needing to have a piece of bone surgically removed.
U-turn complete as Waitaki officially rejoins Southern Waters
U-turn complete as Waitaki officially rejoins Southern Waters
Waitaki has officially rejoined a water services group of southern councils after reversing a decision to go it alone.
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Gold mine supporters group gains traction
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Gold mine supporters group gains traction
Tired of watching people pour scorn on the proposed Santana Minerals gold mine, Bill Sanders wanted the other side to be heard.
Mt Iron trail plan approved; bikes on the way
Mt Iron trail plan approved; bikes on the way
Mountainbikers are gearing up to return to Wānaka’s Mt Iron by the end of the year.
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Big things tipped for young shearer
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Big things tipped for young shearer
He might be a national champion, but it was just another day on the handpiece yesterday for young Oamaru shearing sensation Tye Meikle.
Green light for controversial project opposed by wealthy neighbours
Green light for controversial project opposed by wealthy neighbours
A controversial Queenstown screen hub has been granted fast-track approval despite intense opposition from homeowners in one of New Zealand's most expensive streets.
War spurs surge in demand for high-end Queenstown properties
War spurs surge in demand for high-end Queenstown properties
The conflict in the Middle East has prompted increased interest in multi-million-dollar New Zealand properties, the head of a luxury real estate company says.
Over $7000 for Crown facilitator
Over $7000 for Crown facilitator
A government-imposed Crown facilitator brought in to get a water services plan over the line has cost the Waitaki District Council more than $7000 so far.
Development lodges third fast-track attempt
Development lodges third fast-track attempt
The Australian behind a massive development proposal for Queenstown has made a third bid for fast-track approval.
‘Fantastic’ new $10.6m bridge now open
‘Fantastic’ new $10.6m bridge now open
A long-awaited new bridge in Kakanui has been officially opened, replacing a structure that was over a century old.
Endurance and community shine at backyard ultra marathon
Endurance and community shine at backyard ultra marathon
The second running of Alexandra Airport’s ultra marathon was ‘‘unbelievable’’, organisers say.
Truck crash leaves one critical
Truck crash leaves one critical
One person was airlifted to Dunedin Hospital in a critical condition following a truck crash which closed State Highway 1 north of Hampden yesterday.
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Diesel squeeze hits island power
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Diesel squeeze hits island power
Stewart Island residents are about to feel another squeeze as rising diesel prices trigger an electricity price hike on the island.
Central Otago rugby triumphs in White Horse celebration
Central Otago rugby triumphs in White Horse celebration
Country rugby really was the winner on the day.
Charity mobilises to heat families
Charity mobilises to heat families
Community Link has launched its Cold Kids Campaign for 2026, with the charity forecasting significantly increased demand as cost-of-living challenges continue.
Smart meter trial deferred to new entity
Smart meter trial deferred to new entity
A trial of smart water meters in Kurow has been shelved by councillors in light of bigger plans to rejoin the Southern Waters partnership.
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Bed tax proposal ‘getting pretty close’
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Bed tax proposal ‘getting pretty close’
A regional deal between three Otago councils and central government could be signed off by the end of the month with the long-running bed tax proposal set to be back on the table.
Pair recognised for saving boy during tragic rescue
Pair recognised for saving boy during tragic rescue
Two people have been awarded New Zealand Bravery Medals for their actions at a tragedy in Glenorchy just over three years ago.
One person airlifted to Dunedin Hospital after Hampden crash
One person airlifted to Dunedin Hospital after Hampden crash
One person has been airlifted to Dunedin Hospital in a critical condition following a truck crash which closed State Highway 1 north of Hampden this morning.
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Luggate residents oppose gold mine
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Luggate residents oppose gold mine
Upset neighbours say a proposed gold mining operation just south of Luggate would ruin their quality of life.