A passion for protecting birds
Young Wanaka ornithologist and ‘‘changemaker’’ Jack Sandford will bring his passion for birds to the public when he speaks during the six-day One Summit at Lake Wanaka Centre this month.
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Busy season for mountain bike coach
Busy season for mountain bike coach
The hard slog of Wanaka mountain biking coach Gavin Key has helped steer the course for many elite riders around the country, which has led to coaching credentials and podium success for a flurry of young proteges.
Peer wellbeing a concern
Peer wellbeing a concern
Alexandra's youth love living in a small town, but are showing increasing concern and awareness for the mental wellbeing of their peers, according to the latest Central Otago Youth Council survey.
Repair Cafe to offer free fixing of household items
Repair Cafe to offer free fixing of household items
Making fixing things fun is on the menu at Cromwell's first Repair Cafe.
Plan to develop bike trails
Plan to develop bike trails
A lack of mountain-bike trails in Cromwell could soon be a thing of the past, thanks to one rider and his supporters.
Protecting lake foreshore
Protecting lake foreshore
New efforts are being made to protect crumbling cliffs on Lake Hawea's foreshore.
Cromwell mum beats bowel cancer
Cromwell mum beats bowel cancer
Being bold about asking questions and taking charge of your own health is key for a Cromwell local.
Lake Hawea designer showing at Fashion Week
Lake Hawea designer showing at Fashion Week
Lake Hawea wedding dress designer Annette Richan's unique creations are on show at NZ Fashion Week.
Old timber reborn in sculptor’s creations
Old timber reborn in sculptor’s creations
Central Otago sculptor Jim Ashe is getting his ability for recycling down to a fine art.
Concussion pain lingers
Concussion pain lingers
A Central Otago teenager is speaking out about the importance of safety on the sports field after an injury sent him on a year-long journey of recovery.
Climate change scenario: Region could heat up 7degC
Climate change scenario: Region could heat up 7degC
With flood, fire, avalanches and damage to bridges and roads, it could be a scene from a disaster movie.
Bannie Beanie Awards now receiving entries
Bannie Beanie Awards now receiving entries
Knitters, crocheters and macrame creators are among the craftspeople being called on to make this year’s Bannie Beanie Awards the best one yet.
Wanaka athlete's Paralympic gold ambition
Wanaka athlete's Paralympic gold ambition
Feeling ‘‘on top of the world’’ when she is on the snow is a liberating experience for aspiring athlete Gemma Fletcher.
Financial stress takes bigger toll
Financial stress takes even bigger toll on people
Demand for Central Otago’s social services has spiked as financial woes hit a growing number of people in the back pocket.
Palliative care nurse for Upper Clutha
Palliative care nurse for Upper Clutha
Strong population growth in the Upper Clutha district has led to the provision of a new part-time district nurse to focus on palliative-care services in the area.
Portraits leveller for social status
Portraits leveller for social status
The Upper Clutha district is set to host a landmark exhibition of art with a difference. Pam Jones meets the artist who has decided everyone needs a portrait.
Primary school teacher gives lessons from mobility scooter
Primary school teacher gives lessons from mobility scooter
Alexandra's Jan Willson is not one to let life's obstacles get in the way of her desire to teach.
Women’s group fills gap
Women’s group fills gap
A link that was missing in Cromwell’s professional sector has been established, exclusively benefiting women across the area who want to network, share ideas or just meet like-minded people.
SI champions up for overseas challenges
SI champions up for overseas challenges
A Wanaka fire-fighting team has taken top honours at a South Island championship, and is now heading overseas to try to repeat its success.
Retiring teacher witness to many changes
Retiring teacher witness to many changes
From hand-written reports to digital lesson plans and bee-bots, Lorna Skevington has seen major changes in the way pupils are taught at primary schools during the past two decades.