More than $82m sought for land acquired by airport company
Property developer Remarkables Park Ltd is seeking more than $82 million compensation for land compulsorily acquired by Queenstown’s airport company in 2019.
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Marine biologists uncovering a ‘completely different world’ in Fiordland
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Marine biologists uncovering a ‘completely different world’ in Fiordland
Swarms of sandflies and inclement weather can make life really unpleasant above water in Fiordland.
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School head still on unexplained leave
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School head still on unexplained leave
The principal of a North Otago school remains on leave following a year of upheaval.
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‘Everyone wins’: events draw thousands to city
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‘Everyone wins’: events draw thousands to city
Two national events this month have helped to take some pressure off Invercargill’s local hospitality industry, which is still struggling with the knock-on effects of the cost-of-living crisis.
Person dies after being hit by train
Person dies after being hit by train
A person has been killed after being struck by a freight train in Invercargill yesterday afternoon.
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3000 farms may need consents: report
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3000 farms may need consents: report
Thousands of Otago farmers could be forced to apply for resource consent for everyday farm activities early next year.
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Stalwart recognised for 70 years
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Stalwart recognised for 70 years
June Waters has been in the Women’s Institute longer than most members have been alive.
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Lack of transparency on ‘huge’ rates rise queried
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Lack of transparency on ‘huge’ rates rise queried
Lack of transparency around a proposed "huge increase" of up to 25% in some rural rates in Waitaki has been highlighted.
Youth job scheme about ‘removing barriers’
Youth job scheme about ‘removing barriers’
During a tricky time for young people in Central Otago seeking sustainable employment in a tough job market, the Mayors Taskforce for Jobs community employment programme has helped 20 young people into work.
‘Horrified’: crash death brings fatalities to 6 in past 5 weeks
‘Horrified’: crash death brings fatalities to 6 in past 5 weeks
Locals are "horrified" as the road toll in Central Otago continues to rise, the mayor says.
‘A Mataura-ite forever’: school 150th draws 500
‘A Mataura-ite forever’: school 150th draws 500
Mataura School celebrated 150 years since it first opened with a jubilee at the weekend, bringing together past staff, pupils and family to share memories of their time at the school.
‘Little school’ raises big amount with challenge
‘Little school’ raises big amount with challenge
Papakaio School knows it takes a village to raise a child.
Roundabout project going to plan so far
Roundabout project going to plan so far
The $250 million upgrade of Queenstown’s BP roundabout and connecting roads remains on time and budget, the NZ Transport Agency says.
Sun shines on Family Fun Day
Sun shines on Family Fun Day
It may be March, but you would be forgiven for thinking summer was in full swing in Oamaru over the weekend.
Person hit by train in Invercargill dies
Person hit by train in Invercargill dies
Police have confirmed a person has died after being struck by a train at a pedestrian crossing in Invercargill this afternoon.
Warm start across South
Warm start across South
It has been a hot start to the day across southern regions, while wind warnings are in place for inland Otago and parts of Canterbury.
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Weather to run hot and cold — fast
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Weather to run hot and cold — fast
Today's hot start is not going to last.
U13 team tops win with perfect score
U13 team tops win with perfect score
A roar of delight went up from spectators and competitors at the New Zealand Marching Championships on Saturday when the Hokonui under-13 team scored a perfect 13/13 in their technical march.
Freedom camping situation ‘vexatious’
Freedom camping situation ‘vexatious’
Paying campers are having to wait in line to use shower and kitchen facilities, which have allegedly been taken over by freedom campers.
Couple set to be all at sea
Couple set to be all at sea
If you’re looking for Queenstowner Peter Faul and his wife Jacquie in the next decade or so, expect to see them at sea.