Heavy rain for Otago lakes, snow to affect Milford Rd
More heavy rain may be on the way for Otago headwaters and snow is set to affect the Milford Road for the rest of the week.
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Online post in support of mine deleted
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Online post in support of mine deleted
Shane Jones’ right-hand man has been slapped down by his government department for calling on NZ media to report a "community truth" that most people support a proposed Central Otago open-cast mine.
Neighbour fears for future of business: Solar farm gets go-ahead
Neighbour fears for future of business: Solar farm gets go-ahead
An “absolutely devastated” Central Otago business owner says they will be forced to close after the approval of a massive solar farm.
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Mining royalties ‘the preserve of the Crown’
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Mining royalties ‘the preserve of the Crown’
Resources Minister Shane Jones says he will not stand for any "local extortion" to secure a larger share of potential mining royalties.
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Options, costs for erosion-prone road outlined
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Options, costs for erosion-prone road outlined
Reopening a much-loved coastal road south of Oamaru will cost twice as much as closing it.
Invercargill's new bronze dogs prove contentious
Invercargill's new bronze dogs prove contentious
Two bronze labrador sculptures will be placed in downtown Invercargill, despite strong arguments against their new home.
International dark sky recognition for Naseby
International dark sky recognition for Naseby
After a decade of hard work, the Naseby community is celebrating a landmark achievement.
Flower viewing for hospice
Flower viewing for hospice
Leah McDowall and Winnie Wallace, 9 months, view magnolia "Felix Jury" in Paterson Park and Gardens, Waikaka, on Sunday.
Conditions challenging for adventure race
Conditions challenging for adventure race
More than 800 women rafted, hiked, biked and orienteered their way around Glenorchy during the 19th Spring Challenge, established as the first women’s adventure race.
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‘Might be a bit of a switch’ after tour
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‘Might be a bit of a switch’ after tour
A twin trophy tour might just tip the balance from ballet to rugby for one prospective future player.
Training programme aimed at those whose jobs at risk
Training programme aimed at those whose jobs at risk
A Government-funded pilot programme in Waitaki could become a pathway for the rest of New Zealand in providing a safety net for Pacific and rural workers whose employment is at risk.
Queenstown ferry service extended
Queenstown ferry service extended
The Otago Regional Council (ORC) has expanded Queenstown’s ferry service.
Truck driver has lucky escape in Kaitangata crash
Truck driver has lucky escape in Kaitangata crash
A truck driver has escaped without injury after a crash in Kaitangata this morning.
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Hospital funding grant seen as unequal
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Hospital funding grant seen as unequal
Lakes District Hospital is getting a much-needed cut of a $100 million government health grant, aimed at upgrading hospitals across the country.
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Submissions on discharge open to public
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Submissions on discharge open to public
The right to discharge treated wastewater into the Shotover River near Queenstown — happening now under emergency powers — and a planned diversion channel will be subjected to public scrutiny.
Mayor declines to do Wānaka group’s ‘tick-box’ survey
Mayor declines to do Wānaka group’s ‘tick-box’ survey
Despite stating the biggest concern for the entire district is growth, Queenstown Lakes District Mayor Glyn Lewers has declined to take part in a survey on the fastest growing part of the district.
Suspicious fires at Wānaka cell tower
Suspicious fires at Wānaka cell tower
Police are investigating two suspicious fires that damaged a cell tower and two data boxes near Wānaka.
QLDC still wants cricket, but faces venue challenges
QLDC still wants cricket, but faces venue challenges
Queenstown's council rejects suggestions it has not pitched for international cricket.
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Matchbox collection nets family almost $100,000
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Matchbox collection nets family almost $100,000
Bidders from around the world took their shots yesterday at owning a piece of an Invercargill man’s unique matchbox car collection.
Southland business awards held
Southland business awards held
Traffic Management Services, a company which judges said "lives excellence end-to-end" won the top prize at this year’s Southland Business Excellence Awards.