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New era of co-operation in turbulent world

New era of trans-Tasman co-operation in turbulent world

Australia and New Zealand are entering a new era of co-operation as leaders from both nations embrace shared values in an increasingly turbulent world.

Hard work and peeling back all the stress

Anneli Glazebrook opened her business, Ilu Hub, in 2019, after discovering her passion for de...

Hard work and peeling back all the stress

Growing up in a small rural town in Estonia under Soviet occupation, Wānaka business owner Anneli Glazebrook knows what stress and hard work look like.

All Black stars backing fundraiser

The U13 Basin Barbarians include, from left, Callum Longthorn, 13, Maaka Fleming, 13, Lucas...

All Black stars backing fundraiser

Ex-All Black stars Justin Marshall, Ben Smith, Kees Meeuws and Stephen Donald are speaking at a Queenstown fundraiser this month.

Scooters to feature in grand parade

Mobility scooter users Allan Johnston (left) and Ted Clouston, both 92, with Alexandra Blossom...

Scooters to feature in grand parade

A stealth of mobility scooters are being pimped for their inaugural entry in the Alexandra Blossom Festival grand parade this year.

Cold, wet weekend for South

Snow fell across parts of Central Otago on Friday. Photo: CODC

Cold, wet weekend for South

MetService says it'll be a cold, wet weekend for many in the South Island with a warning to watch out for more snow and icy roads.

Mayor’s work car advertisement questioned

Southland Mayor Rob Scott’s signwritten work car, promoting his election campaign. PHOTO: MATTHEW...

Mayor’s work car advertisement questioned

Southland Mayor Rob Scott’s work car has been covered in advertising for his election campaign, but the council says he is not breaking any rules.

Sliver of light after long battle

Bronte Hardy was diagnosed last September with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). She has come out...

Sliver of light after long battle

Closing in on a year since Wānaka woman Bronte Hardy was diagnosed with leukaemia, the mother of two says it has been one she would never want to repeat.

Warm welcome for Aussie delegation in Queenstown

In a world full of uncertainty, one sure thing was that Australia and New Zealand continue to stand together.

Mixed views on proposed gold mine

Mixed views on proposed gold mine

A couple of heavy hitters have come out against a planned gold mine in Waikaka but some locals appear to be backing the venture.

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Snow welcomed by skifield operators

Groomer Brandon Rollin checks out a run at The Remarkables yesterday. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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Snow welcomed by skifield operators

Snow has at long last reappeared in Otago, with the long drought ending for skifield operators.

Penguin colony has best year yet

A little penguin has laid eggs in April at the Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony for the first time....

Penguin colony has best year yet

New figures show the Ōamaru Blue Penguin Colony is celebrating its best year yet.

AA questions new electronic road user charges system

The Automobile Association wants to know if car drivers will continue to subsidise heavy truck...

AA questions new electronic road user charges system

The Automobile Association has poked holes at the government’s new electronic road user charges scheme being based partly on vehicle weight.

Breach means 5 more years of air quality monitoring

Breach means 5 more years of air quality monitoring

Reefton's air quality will have to be monitored for another five years after pollution from smoky chimneys breached national safety standards this winter.

Doc claims predators bigger threat than 1080

By-kill of Stewart Island animals after a recent 1080 drop includes three white tailed deer and a...

Doc claims predators bigger threat than 1080

A toxicology report has identified 1080 in samples of dead animals but the Department of Conservation says the pests the poison killed would have eliminated far more animals.

Important information as polling looms

Important information as polling looms

Fiery debates, sensational promises and an onslaught of grinning politicians. It’s time again for local elections.

Upgrades to wastewater infrastructure

The department wants people's thoughts on the Government's proposed plan to clean up waterways....

Upgrades to wastewater infrastructure

Significant upgrades to wastewater infrastructure in Hāwea, Wānaka, and Albert Town will begin early next month, aiming to boost capacity of the region’s network.

Power line to support growth in industry

Power line to support growth in industry

Fonterra is teaming up with The Power Company and Transpower to build a new 110kV power line in Southland, aimed at supporting industrial growth and reducing emissions at its Edendale site.

Significant boost given to community groups in grants

Bonus Bonds investors are due to receive a share of the $870 million remaining in the scheme....

Significant boost given to community groups in grants

Two Central Otago community groups received significant grants in the latest round of Otago Community Trust (OCT) grants.

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Ready to compete against the best

Catlins motorcyclist Blake Affleck leaves the country today to represent New Zealand in Italy for...

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Ready to compete against the best

Seventeen year-old Catlins motorcyclist Blake Affleck is off to represent New Zealand in Italy.

New airport space reflects strategic intent

Celebrating a permanent Civil Aviation Authority new aviation security services workplace in the...

New airport space reflects strategic intent

Invercargill Airport says it has taken another step forward in securing permanent jet services with the official opening of the Civil Aviation Authority’s Aviation Security Service workplace,...

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