Bigger is better for Xbox fans
Bigger is better for Xbox fans
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.
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Contest finalist
Contest finalist
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.
Trust to ensure Meridian consults
Trust to ensure Meridian consults
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.
Flight changes expected to 'go ahead regardless'
Flight changes expected to 'go ahead regardless'
Waitaki MP Jacqui Dean has met Eagle Air general manager Grant Kerr to discuss concerns about the new timetable for Oamaru's air service.
Triallist's dogs perform despite unusual names
Triallist's dogs perform despite unusual names
Forget the usual Ben, Jess and Wag - Owaka dog triallist Roger Sellars has far more inventive names for his dogs.
Aim to lift use of port
Aim to lift use of port
Development opportunities for Oamaru's port and port-related activities may be investigated by the Waitaki District Council.
Sign vandalised in Oamaru
Sign vandalised in Oamaru
Police are disgusted with the vandalism of the large sign at the southern entrance to Oamaru.
'Earthrace' draws admiring glances
'Earthrace' draws admiring glances
"I want to drive it. Where's the throttle?"
Soggy surprise for campers
Soggy surprise for campers
Some holidaymakers who have left their caravans or tents on the shores of Lake Aviemore are in for a soggy surprise.
Parents to learn of teen drinking issues
Parents to learn of teen drinking issues
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.
Flower grower meets the challenge
Flower grower meets the challenge
Chrysanthemums are clever, Waimate flower enthusiast Allen Smith says.
10 metal workers made redundant
10 metal workers made redundant
Ten workers have been made redundant at Gillies Metaltech in Oamaru.
Passion for rugby club in the wash
Passion for rugby club in the wash
88-year-old Stella Chamberlain is passionate about the Waimate Rugby Football Club.
Special Anzac resonance for mayor
Special Anzac resonance for mayor
Speaking at the Anzac Day service at the Enfield Presbyterian Church was particularly special for Waitaki Mayor Alex Familton.
Award highlight of tenure
Award highlight of tenure
Forrester Gallery director Warwick Smith won the individual achievement award at Museums Aotearoa's annual excellence awards recently for "tenaciously but gently pursuing his vision for a quality art gallery in Oamaru".
UK Government eases entry for NZ and Australian shearers
UK Government eases entry for NZ and Australian shearers
New Zealand and Australian shearers will be accelerated through the immigration system, helping to avoid the "unnecessary suffering" of millions of sheep in the UK.
Summit joins Job Support Scheme
Summit joins Job Support Scheme
Summit Wool Spinners is among the first three employers to sign up for financial assistance under the Job Support Scheme, saving 57 jobs at its Oamaru factory.
Council buys reserve land
Council buys reserve land
The Waitaki District Council has bought 7.9578ha on the Hospital Hill reserve, giving Oamaru more reserve land, extended linked walking tracks and more land for residential development.
Clay cliffs feature at reserve
Clay cliffs feature at reserve
A rock feature will be installed on the Omarama Domain Reserve styled on the nearby Clay Cliffs landforms.
SPCA faces crisis situation'
SPCA faces crisis situation'
The North Otago SPCA is facing a "crisis situation", with chairwoman Aveley Gameson warning closure is a possibility.