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Proposal to close pool under scrutiny
The driest place in New Zealand may close its public outdoor swimming pool, causing a "massive blow" to a fledging sport.
Costs loom for buildings on CODC’s to-go list
Costs loom for buildings on CODC’s to-go list
New owners of council assets the territorial authority wants off its books may get an initial bargain, but costs will be just around the corner.
Ettrick man facing firearms, drugs charges
Ettrick man facing firearms, drugs charges
An Ettrick man arrested with the help of the Dunedin armed offenders squad on Thursday has been remanded in custody after appearing in the Alexandra District Court yesterday.
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Dunedin duo’s ace effort for fundraiser
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Dunedin duo’s ace effort for fundraiser
It may not be their best sport and they may have lost an awful lot of balls but the Cancer Society’s coffers scored thanks to two young Otago sportsmen.
Region’s bridge rules updated
Region’s bridge rules updated
The Central Otago District Council has updated heavy vehicle bridge postings across the district following a specialist review to ensure the safety of all road users.
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Orchardists hit staffing sweet spot
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Orchardists hit staffing sweet spot
Not too many, not too few, Central Otago orchardists are having a Goldilocks season for staff.
‘Marathon’ preparation for book sale sprint
‘Marathon’ preparation for book sale sprint
A marathon that ends with a sprint, was how the convener of the Alexandra Rotary annual book sale described it.
Man in custody after Ettrick drug bust
Man in custody after Ettrick drug bust
A 44-year-old man will appear in court tomorrow following a drug bust in Ettrick this morning.
Mystery of flashing red light solved
Mystery of flashing red light solved
Flashing red lights in the night, which have proved difficult to photograph and pinpoint, have been mystifying Alexandra residents for the past couple of months.
‘Marathon’ leadup to book sale
‘Marathon’ leadup to book sale
A marathon that ends with a sprint was how the convener of the Alexandra Rotary annual book sale described it on Tuesday.
Staff praised after actions minimised fire’s impact
Staff praised after actions minimised fire’s impact
Quick-thinking and well-trained staff were praised following a fire at a popular Clyde bar and cafe on Monday evening.
Three new JPs sworn in
Three new JPs sworn in
Three new justices of the peace were sworn in at Alexandra last month.
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Police car joy-rider finishes full sentence
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Police car joy-rider finishes full sentence
A Central Otago man who aimed a firearm at police and took a patrol car on a 270km spin chose to serve his entire jail term because it was "in the public interest".
Groping waitress ‘a blip’ in behaviour
Groping waitress ‘a blip’ in behaviour
A drunk man who groped and taunted a waitress at an Alexandra establishment says it was "a blip".
Alarm 'undoubtedly saved that building'
Alarm 'undoubtedly saved that building'
History was preserved last week thanks to modern innovation.
Punters turn out in force to enjoy holiday meeting
Punters turn out in force to enjoy holiday meeting
Warm weather meant punters were out in force at the Wyndham Harness Racing Club meeting at Cromwell racecourse yesterday.
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Tree stump about to be transformed
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Tree stump about to be transformed
Tree stumps are not usually inspirational, but one at Naseby playground is about to become an art work.
Fashionistas, punters unite for meeting
Fashionistas, punters unite for meeting
Cool, overcast conditions did not stop punters and fashionistas alike turning out in droves for the annual Roxburgh Trotting Club race meeting on Saturday.
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Air rifle incidents prompt warning
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Air rifle incidents prompt warning
Central Otago police are urging people to be careful with air rifles, saying common sense must be shown and people need a "few clues" around them.
‘We simply don’t see stuff like that very often’ — funnel cloud enthrals
‘We simply don’t see stuff like that very often’ — funnel cloud enthrals
Swirling skies drew attention overhead in Central Otago as a "spectacular" funnel cloud enthralled residents.