Richard Davison

Mayor considered resigning over ‘deeply embarrassing’ sewerage state

Clutha Mayor Bryan Cadogan at yesterday’s Representation Commission hearing in Dunedin.

Mayor considered resigning over ‘deeply embarrassing’ sewerage state

Clutha officials say they considered resigning during an investigation into multiple sewerage network failures that led to an almost $500,000 fine this week.

Balclutha boy rescued after trapped under deck

A five-year-old Balclutha boy has been rescued after getting trapped under a deck at his home.

Fatal police shooting of man justified: report

It was also revealed that the gaming friend was known to police and NZ Customs having been caught...

Fatal police shooting of man justified: report

The fatal police shooting of Kurow man Graeme Warren last December was justified, an Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) report says.

Policy in place to reduce pokies

Clutha Licensing Trust general manager Mike Curtis is unconcerned by a Clutha District Council...

Policy in place to reduce pokies

The number of pokies in Clutha is likely to shrink during the next several years, if a recent council proposal gains community approval.

‘Jobbortunities’ target ‘smashed’

Jobbortunities initiative organisers Ruth Carraway and Clutha Mayor Bryan Cadogan celebrate...

‘Jobbortunities’ target ‘smashed’

A southern employment initiative has surpassed a one-year target in just two months.

Award recognises effort to overcome adversity

High-achieving Gore teenager Natalia Hamilton prepares to coach young swimmers at the town's...

Award recognises effort to overcome adversity

Nothing about Southland teenager Natalia Hamilton’s life has been ordinary, but receiving an Oranga Tamariki Prime Minister’s Award is definitely a bit special.

Protection for Clutha coast urged

Taieri Beach conservationist Gail Oats wants unspoilt coastal environments in Clutha and beyond...

Protection for Clutha coast urged

Pressure is growing for Clutha District Council to introduce greater protections for its coastal areas.

Heritage Day first among whole bunch of projects

New Tuapeka-Lawrence Community Company community, events and tourism co-ordinator Rachel Taylor...

Heritage Day first among whole bunch of projects

A new community co-ordinator for Lawrence has hit the ground running.

A&P show leans on popular traditions

Levi Goodall, of Gore, practises one of his freestyle mountain bike stunts at the South Otago A &...

A&P show leans on popular traditions

The sun came out and the crowds to match for the 154th South Otago A&P Show in Balclutha on Saturday.

A&P show leans on popular traditions

Nikita Woodhead, of Mosgiel, leads Valais blacknose ram Angus into the pens at the South Otago A ...

A&P show leans on popular traditions

The sun came out and the crowds to match for the 154th South Otago A&P Show in Balclutha on Saturday.

New track honours NZ pioneer

A new Catlins walking track opened in Tahakopa at the weekend pays tribute to a notable New Zealand pioneer.

Smoke billows in Lawrence burnout competition

Alan and Sandra Clearwater, of Dunedin, display their original condition 1949 Ford V8 at the...

Smoke billows in Lawrence burnout competition

A new burnout competition proved to be a big draw for an extended Lawrence Car Show this weekend, organisers say.

Balclutha welcomes new New Zealanders

Balclutha welcomes new New Zealanders

A record number of 22 new citizens from countries including Samoa, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and South Africa received their certificates during a ceremony in the Clutha District Council...

Mayor criticises hall opponents

Balclutha residents (from left) Garth Carter, Jack Hoekstra and Barbara Carter say they are among...

Mayor criticises hall opponents

A last-ditch effort to prevent the demolition of Balclutha’s memorial hall is a "kick in the teeth" for the volunteer group driving the project, officials say.

New umbrella for catchment groups

Project manager Shane Bocock (left) checks in with Habitat Restorations worker Gabriel Kennedy...

New umbrella for catchment groups

The latest evolution in coordinated catchment activity in Otago has been getting its ducks in a row this month, thanks to $200,000 seed funding from the Otago Regional Council and a further $150,000 from MPI.

Brass band hits the road

Balclutha Brass members (from left) Jillian Breach, Bill
...

Brass band hits the road

About 60 Clinton residents were regaled with a selection of Christmas carols performed by Balclutha Brass this week.

‘Jobbortunities’ success as programme enters second phase

Previously solo Balclutha builder Hayden McElrea (right) says a new funding initiative overseen...

‘Jobbortunities’ success as programme enters second phase

A second phase of the Clutha District Council’s "Jobbortunities" programme is under way.

Anger after BNZ branches closure announcement

Anger after BNZ branches closure announcement

BNZ customers have reacted with shock and anger to the imminent closure of six southern branches.

Fencing contest in A&P show mix

Hughes Johnston Fencing owner Isaac Johnston (left) and employee Aidan Brown put in some practice...

Fencing contest in A&P show mix

Two grand New Zealand traditions will align - nice and straight, please - in Tapanui this weekend.

Slower speed zone for town extended

West Otago Community Board chairwoman Barbara Hanna holds a letter from the NZ Transport Agency...

Slower speed zone for town extended

A three-year drive to improve road safety at Tapanui’s southern entrance has reached a successful destination.

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