Touch of Hollywood coming to town
Pre-production on the Netflix series being filmed in the Waitaki district next year is full-steam ahead.
Firefighters battling Waihao Downs blaze
Firefighters battling Waihao Downs blaze
A vegetation fire began in Waihao Downs this afternoon and has continued to rage on through the evening.
Alleged laser pointer in court
Alleged laser pointer in court
An Oamaru man who allegedly pointed a laser at the Otago Rescue Helicopter has made an initial court appearance.
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District branding on agenda
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District branding on agenda
"There are always detractors."
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Rugby CEO delighted by welcome
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Rugby CEO delighted by welcome
Afio mai Sene Naoupu.
Poor communication criticised over Beach Rd
Poor communication criticised over Beach Rd
Affected landowners immediately penalised by the closure of a road immediately south of Oamaru only got wind of it when the Waitaki District Council released a media statement last week.
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Trio will not face court for fire estimated to cost $100K
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Trio will not face court for fire estimated to cost $100K
A trio of Oamaru youths who sparked a fire at a local business — expected to tally up to at least $100,000 of damage — have escaped court action.
Cricketer banned for breach
Cricketer banned for breach
A one-match ban has been imposed on a North Otago cricketer following a code of conduct hearing about "seriously offensive" behaviour.
A cut above the competition
A cut above the competition
Lawnmower races drew a crowd at the Kurow Kruisers Show Us Your Toys event at Kurow Airfield on Saturday.
Santa parade gets ‘bigger and bigger’
Santa parade gets ‘bigger and bigger’
Thousands of adults and children flooded Thames St for this year’s Santa parade.
Bravery in fire rewarded
Bravery in fire rewarded
Five "heroes" who fought the most significant wildfire in the country’s history were honoured on Saturday for exceptional acts of bravery.
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Army memorabilia reveals soldier’s story
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Army memorabilia reveals soldier’s story
When genealogist Faye Ormandy discovered a well-loved soldier’s army belt at the Oamaru recycling centre, it put her on a path of discovery that led her to the soldier’s family, although many...
Man allegedly wielded imitation Glock pistol
Man allegedly wielded imitation Glock pistol
A Hampden man allegedly using an imitation police Glock pistol got himself in hot water last weekend.
Suspected arson costs up to $100K
Suspected arson costs up to $100K
A Thames St business owner struck by a suspected arson last week could be facing up to $100,000 worth of damage.
RSA fix in long term plan
RSA fix in long term plan
The Waitaki District Council is now proposing to rectify a legislative anomaly that resulted in the former North Otago Returned and Services Association clubrooms being left in limbo.
Greenhouse to help Iona residents feel at home
Greenhouse to help Iona residents feel at home
A new greenhouse has been installed in a community partnership for Iona Home’s dementia unit.
Self-taught photographer wins competition
Self-taught photographer wins competition
Duntroon photographer Bernard Manangkil has won a Heritage New Zealand competition with a panoramic photograph of Oamaru’s Tyne St.
‘Linchpin’ steps down
‘Linchpin’ steps down
Mike Gray has been the "linchpin" of the Duntroon and District Development Association for decades.
Ahuriri ward needs special permission
Ahuriri ward needs special permission
An exemption from the Local Government Commission is still needed for the Ahuriri ward to continue.
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Time may be up for beachside road
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Time may be up for beachside road
Waitaki District Council staff are making it clear they will ultimately recommend against reopening Beach Rd at Oamaru, given the route is not one of "expediency".