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Emotions run high at stud’s dispersal sale
There were bittersweet feelings as a long-standing South Otago sheep stud held the first of two dispersal sales last week.
Richard Davison
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Restoration under way to conserve cottage
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Restoration under way to conserve cottage
A historic South Otago landmark is undergoing a restoration in both character and substance.
New community van to put in the miles
New community van to put in the miles
Local community groups now have a fresh set of wheels to get themselves moving.
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Subdivision interest to be gauged before work resumed
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Subdivision interest to be gauged before work resumed
Officials say they are waiting to assess interest at a new council-funded subdivision in South Otago, before resuming work on two further developments in the district.
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New idea boosts challenge
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New idea boosts challenge
A regional library is hailing the success of a novel approach to its "legendary" summer reading programme this year.
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'Piss-poor': Council, contractor service slammed
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'Piss-poor': Council, contractor service slammed
A southern councillor says ratepayers are justifiably angry with what he has described as ‘‘piss-poor’’ service from the council and its contractors.
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Playground upgrade progressing
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Playground upgrade progressing
West Otago youngsters have one more reason to smile lately, thanks to the efforts of a community playground group.
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Warden ready for challenges
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Warden ready for challenges
For new Tautuku Outdoor Education Centre warden Joe Geissler, it was a return to familiar turf this week.
Strong turnout spurs entries
Strong turnout spurs entries
Lawrence Rodeo organisers say they have an eye on succession as the club’s 40th anniversary approaches next year, following a successful event on Saturday.
Local Legend: Mark Robbie
Local Legend: Mark Robbie
Mark Robbie, of Lawrence, is the recipient of the Silver Fern Farms Local Legend leg of lamb this week.
Warden returns to familiar ‘spectacular natural beauty’
Warden returns to familiar ‘spectacular natural beauty’
For new Tautuku Outdoor Education Centre warden Joe Geissler, it will be a return to familiar turf this week.
‘Critical’ lane looks set to stay
‘Critical’ lane looks set to stay
Officials say they are pleased a "critical" passing lane in Balclutha now seems likely to be retained, following earlier uncertainty.
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Residents express displeasure at boil water notices
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Residents express displeasure at boil water notices
Tapanui residents yesterday let the West Otago Community Board know their frustration with repeated drinking water issues in the town.
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New regulations, upgrades behind boil water notices
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New regulations, upgrades behind boil water notices
A southern council says an apparent upsurge in boil water notices is a result of tighter compliance combined with continuing infrastructure upgrades.
New events drawcard for rodeo
New events drawcard for rodeo
Lawrence Rodeo organisers say they have an eye on succession as the club’s 40th anniversary approaches next year, following a successful event on Saturday.
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100km return on tricycle
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100km return on tricycle
Kaka Point retiree Walter Flanagan, 67, pauses on his recumbent tricycle, during his 100km return leg from Beaumont to Kaka Point in inclement conditions on Clutha Valley Rd on Thursday.
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Shearing job trials hailed as success
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Shearing job trials hailed as success
Stakeholders are hailing the success of a new shearing industry employment initiative in South Otago.
Breast screening push
Breast screening push
Primary health provider WellSouth wants to improve breast check rates throughout the South, including in Clutha.
Regenerating bush showcased in walk
Regenerating bush showcased in walk
A larger-than-usual group took the opportunity to learn more about the Catlins bush at the weekend.
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Chance for public to explore reserve
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Chance for public to explore reserve
The public has a chance to join a guided tour of a southern conservation group’s showpiece reserve tomorrow.