Waitaki First chairwoman Helen Brookes says she was "absolutely stunned" when she learned yesterday the Waitaki Protection Trust would withdraw its appeal to the Environment Court against the proposed north bank tunnel concept power scheme.
A report by commissioner Mike Allison on the troubled Otepopo School at Herbert has found a community concerned about the viability of its school and divided in its views over the future.
It all started when Lisa Pope's grandparents, Stan and Jean Roney, celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary at the Star and Garter restaurant in 2005.
The New Zealand Spinal Trust is again reaping the fruits of the labour of volunteer pickers at boutique vineyard Ostler Wines in the Waitaki Valley.
Otepopo School commissioner Mike Allison's comment that the views of both groups should be respected was a "positive step", a school parent said yesterday.
Oamaru artist Christopher Wright (above) is excited about his first solo art exhibition.
"I just do what has to be done," Ross McMillan says with a broad grin as he peels potatoes at the North Otago dog trial championships being held on his family's Waianakarua farm.
Police are warning Oamaru residents to be vigilant about security following a spate of offending involving vehicles.
The organisers of a public meeting in Oamaru on Monday night aimed at enlightening parents about what was happening with teenagers, are thrilled with the response.
When Neal Hayes turned 17 a few weeks ago, he celebrated his birthday by inviting some friends over to play on his Xbox - on the big screens at the family-owned Oamaru Movie World 3.
Former Waitaki Boys High School pupil Michael Trengrove is off to Egypt in July to represent New Zealand at the world finals of the Microsoft Imagine Cup.
The Waitaki Protection Trust is not withdrawing its appeal to the Environment Court but will use it to ensure an agreement with Meridian Energy over the proposed north bank tunnel concept power scheme is implemented fully.
Waitaki MP Jacqui Dean has met Eagle Air general manager Grant Kerr to discuss concerns about the new timetable for Oamaru's air service.
Forget the usual Ben, Jess and Wag - Owaka dog triallist Roger Sellars has far more inventive names for his dogs.
Development opportunities for Oamaru's port and port-related activities may be investigated by the Waitaki District Council.
Police are disgusted with the vandalism of the large sign at the southern entrance to Oamaru.
"I want to drive it. Where's the throttle?"
Some holidaymakers who have left their caravans or tents on the shores of Lake Aviemore are in for a soggy surprise.
A public meeting in Oamaru on Monday night is aimed at enlightening parents about what is happening with teenagers and make them aware of the dangers of binge drinking and associated behaviour.
Chrysanthemums are clever, Waimate flower enthusiast Allen Smith says.