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    Decision to sell land for mine not easy, ‘but I believe it is right’

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    Decision to sell land for mine not easy, ‘but I believe it is right’

    The owner of the land where part of the planned Santana Minerals goldmine is to go says he trusts the mining company and the opportunity presented by the mine is extraordinary.

    Horse triumphs over human ‘tearing across mountains’

    ‘‘Knight’’ Pascal Saker takes on the Only Fools and Horses event in the Maniototo astride his...

    Horse triumphs over human ‘tearing across mountains’

    Horse has triumphed against human once again at the Only Fools and Horses running race in Wedderburn.

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    Cellphone network failures left emergency services 'hamstrung'

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    Cellphone network failures left emergency services 'hamstrung'

    Weaknesses in the rural cellphone network are leaving emergency services ‘‘hamstrung’’ during community crises, Clutha officials say.

    Council extends Mt Iron freedom camping ban

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    Council extends Mt Iron freedom camping ban

    A temporary ban on freedom camping at the foot of Mt Iron has been extended.

    ‘Superstar’ makes encore performance

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    ‘Superstar’ makes encore performance

    A classic musical is returning to West Otago after 26 years, along with four performers from that same production.

    ‘Fantastic’ new $10.6m bridge now open

    Te Rūnanga o Moeraki representative Mani Malloy-Sharplin leads karakia on the old Kakanui Bridge....

    ‘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.

    Half a century of work recognised

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    Half a century of work recognised

    Trevor Stewart’s 50 years of service to his community were celebrated this month by the Wyndham Lions Club.

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    Book paves way for future

    A booklet describing the history of the Gore Bowling Club will delve not only into the success, but the stories of players past and present of one of New Zealand’s finest clubs.

    Holiday fun returns to library

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    Holiday fun returns to library

    Alexandra Library is once again drawing families in with a lively mix of activities aimed at keeping children entertained and connected over the school holidays.

    Looking forward to sharing region’s stories

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    Looking forward to sharing region’s stories

    Hello, my name is Carys Trotter, and I’m the new reporter in Alexandra.

    Students honoured to take on role

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    Students honoured to take on role

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    Intersection upgrades to be ‘game changer’

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    Intersection upgrades to be ‘game changer’

    Long-awaited upgrades to the Showgrounds intersection are now under way.

    Full throttle towards electric future

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    Full throttle towards electric future

    Timaru’s MyWay by Metro service will soon be 100% electric with the introduction of 10 new electric vehicles.

    Volunteer’s extra help recognised

    Theodora Van Merrienboer has been acknowledged with a certificate of appreciation for...

    Volunteer’s extra help recognised

    On top of her day job, a Timaru volunteer has still found the time to help two extra organisations.

    Award-winning NZ film to be shown

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    Award-winning NZ film to be shown

    An award-winning new Kiwi horror-comedy about cannabis-fuelled cannibals is stopping in at Geraldine for a special screening this weekend.

    Organisations giving information by the book

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    Organisations giving information by the book

    Two community organisations have come together to produce a much-needed booklet for residents.

    Taonga to be transformed

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    Taonga to be transformed

    A project to restore a historically significant 131-year old South Canterbury taonga is under way.

    Jubilee buzz still driving Toko

    Toko Rugby Club has been refurbishing its clubrooms during recent months.

    Jubilee buzz still driving Toko

    Toko approach every season with a winning mentality, and this year is no different.

    Inflatable fun leaves kids pumped

    Eddison Anderson, 7, of Balclutha, peers through an inflatable Daddy Pig.

    Inflatable fun leaves kids pumped

    The district’s children had a licence to leap last week, as Bounce Fest returned to the Cross Recreation Centre in Balclutha.

    20.58% rates hike set to breach cap

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    20.58% rates hike set to breach cap

    Clutha’s mayor says a larger-than-expected projected rates hike of more than 20% this year is not a foregone conclusion.
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