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Weather is cold comfort for some
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Weather is cold comfort for some
Many people have been complaining about the cool summer.
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Mayor takes sentenced sign smasher to task
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Mayor takes sentenced sign smasher to task
A man who went on a road-sign smashing "rampage'’ the length of the Grey district, causing almost $20k in damage, has been taken to task by Mayor Tania Gibson in court.
Art gallery acquisition a lifelong dream
Art gallery acquisition a lifelong dream
Gallery 33 has a new owner who also happens to be the woman behind Wānaka’s Stirling Sports.
New preschool off to a strong start
New preschool off to a strong start
Wānaka’s newest preschool opened its doors at the beginning of this week with a growing number of enrolments.
Podcast to inform potential migrants
Podcast to inform potential migrants
Wānaka's Brazilian community is preparing potential immigrants back home for what awaits them when they get to New Zealand.
Wanaka ‘gem’ to host World Wetland Day
Wanaka ‘gem’ to host World Wetland Day
World Wetland Day is right around the corner and this year’s celebration will take place at Wānaka’s Bullock Creek Hatchery Springs.
Anglers following the rules
Anglers following the rules
Anglers across the region have been exceptional in complying with fishing regulations this summer, Otago Fish & Game (OFG) says.
Council to start upgrade to Luggate water scheme
Council to start upgrade to Luggate water scheme
Queenstown Lakes District Council intends to begin work on an upgrade of Luggate’s drinking water scheme this year, three years earlier than expected.
Connection to water explored
Connection to water explored
Wānaka woman Sammy Burke’s latest creative project, Hydra, was two years in the making.
Bowling tournament ‘highlight of our year’
Bowling tournament ‘highlight of our year’
Wānaka’s annual men’s classic bowling tournament was a big success last week.
Happy paddlers take on Clutha Classic
Happy paddlers take on Clutha Classic
Multisporters preparing for next month’s Coast to Coast got a chance to test their paddling form last Sunday during the 50km Clutha Classic kayak race, while other athletes just enjoyed a big day...
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Gull droppings raise a stink
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Gull droppings raise a stink
Seagulls and their excrement continue to plague central Oamaru.
Camaraderie key at camp
Camaraderie key at camp
A shared love of music brought more than 70 musicians from across New Zealand to Oamaru last week.
Upbringing credited for advocacy
Upbringing credited for advocacy
Formative experiences in the Oamaru upbringing of Barry de Geest have driven him to be a voice for others.
Be careful changing lanes — police
Be careful changing lanes — police
Drivers are being urged to "keep patient" following a two-car crash in Thames St this week.
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Public to see Long Term Plan items before audit
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Public to see Long Term Plan items before audit
"Stories" from Waitaki’s next Long Term Plan consultation document will be released — before the required audit tick.
Tourism support floated
Tourism support floated
Tourism operators in the South may benefit from government funding to support infrastructure, The Tourism and Hospitality Minister Matt Doocey says.
Peak racing expected for series
Peak racing expected for series
International downhill stars will be flying in Queenstown on Sunday.
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Solar farm could slash diesel dependence by 76%
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Solar farm could slash diesel dependence by 76%
A $7 million solar farm planned for Stewart Island/Rakiura could help to reduce the consumption of diesel by 76%.
Brad Pitt to film in Queenstown?
Brad Pitt to film in Queenstown?
Filming of a blockbuster American movie, Heart of the Beast, allegedly starring Hollywood mega-star Brad Pitt, starts in Queenstown in March.