Alexia Johnston

Firefighters issued a plea for people to heed fire restrictions in Central Otago just as another out-of-control fire broke out yesterday.

Roxburgh Gorge Trail users are being urged to complete a survey about the facility to help ensure much-needed funding can be sought.

If relaxing with a good book is just what you need these holidays, head along to Alexandra’s annual new year book sale from tomorrow.

Children have made a heartfelt plea to Central Otago District councillors that a section of Earnscleugh Rd at Clyde be reduced to 70kmh, down from 100kmh.

A car has rolled on the Omakau-Chatto Creek Rd, blocking one lane.

Tom Landreth is not your typical centenarian, but continues to prove age is just a number.

A boil-water notice is expected to remain in place for parts of Central Otago until river levels recede and turbidity in the water clears.

A boil water notice is expected to remain in place for parts of Central Otago until at least the middle of next week.

Alexandra postie Lisa Dillon is not one to let the festive season go by without a bit of fun.

A serial dog poo dumper appears to be up to their old tricks after 45 bags of faeces were found stashed under a tree on the Otago Central Rail Trail yesterday morning.

Judy Dymock (left) presents instructor Kathy Smith with flowers, recognising her commitment to the Steady as You Go falls prevention programme, an initiative offered through Age Concern.

A $193,000 grant will soon help improve safety and the overall experience for visitors to the Crown Range viewing point.

Plans for a proposed multipurpose community hub in Omakau are gaining traction.

An alleged thief got more than he bargained for when a quick-thinking shop owner chased him along Alexandra's Tarbert St to reclaim $900 worth of goods.

Nine hours of "heart and concentration" is ahead of Alexandra-based shearer Stacey Te Huia, as he attempts to break a world record.

A permanent reminder of those who sacrificed their lives for their country now greets visitors at Clyde and Alexandra cemeteries.

Bumps and scrapes are a part of childhood but for Alexandra youngster Tait Payne, having "butterfly skin" means they take a far greater toll on him.