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    Person trapped under car after Wānaka crash dies

    Person trapped under car after Wānaka crash dies

    A person is dead after becoming trapped under a vehicle in central Wānaka this morning.

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    Couple desperate to get dogs back

    Huntaway-cross Jock and blue heeler Nala were last seen in a ute that was stolen from Omakau on...

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    Couple desperate to get dogs back

    The owner of two missing dogs taken away in a stolen ute in Central Otago says she is praying her "babies" are still alive.

    Crockery Bob’s sale still a crowd-pleaser

    Sarah Hunter serves morning tea, including her own carrot cake, to the crowds at Crockery Bob's...

    Crockery Bob’s sale still a crowd-pleaser

    Parking was hard to find at the Patearoa Hall on Saturday morning, a fact hard to believe when the town has a year-round population of only about 50.

    Driver crashes on North Otago beach

    Driver crashes on North Otago beach

    A person has been taken to Dunedin Hospital in a moderate condition after their car left the road and crashed on a beach in North Otago.

    Repairs expected: council

    Henderson House on Invercargill’s Kelvin St will be the new home of the Southland District...

    Repairs expected: council

    Work on a new Southland council building has included clearing mould and fixing leaks, but the person in charge says it was expected.

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    Tūātapere sports day set ‘to move on’

    Ethan (left) and Adam Finlay, of Omakau, compete in a sawing event at the Tūātapere Sports Day on...

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    Tūātapere sports day set ‘to move on’

    A small Southland town may have hosted its annual community sports day for the final time — bowing out after more than a century.

    Wet weather no concern for rodeo-goers

    Kim Richards, of Alexandra, leads her horse Spur before competing in the open women’s barrel race...

    Wet weather no concern for rodeo-goers

    Gumboots and rain jackets were the uniform for the day among spectators at the Wānaka Rodeo yesterday.

    Man sought over Queenstown incident contacts police

    Man sought over Queenstown incident contacts police

    A man sought by officers investigating a Queenstown assault on New Year's Day has contacted police.

    Central Otago family distraught as beloved dogs stolen

    Central Otago family distraught as beloved dogs stolen

     A Central Otago woman whose two dogs are missing after a ute was stolen says their family is ‘‘beside ourselves’’. Police are calling upon the public to help locate the white Holden...

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    ACC call for biker, driver safety

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    ACC call for biker, driver safety

    The first three months of each year is traditionally when the sun decides to come out and the heat comes on, creating the perfect environment to ride a motorcycle.

    Fickle weather, fickle fishing

    Mike Weddell

    Fickle weather, fickle fishing

    Most rivers are at summer levels except for the Clutha which is still very high and also coloured.

    Charges after fight at Cromwell campsite

    PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Charges after fight at Cromwell campsite

    A man is to appear in a Dunedin court after three people were assaulted at a Central Otago campsite, police say.

    Take me to the river

    Harper Blayne. Photos: Gregor Richardson

    Take me to the river

    Central Otago’s Manuherikia River attracted people to its waters on New Year’s Day.

    Wet track no worry for racing crowd

    The crowd enjoys the Omakau Trots yesterday. PHOTOS: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Wet track no worry for racing crowd

    A huge crowd gathered for the first of the year’s race meetings in Central Otago at Omakau.

    Summer jobs: Running a massive inflatable water park

    Abbey Bisset at Kiwi Water Park. Photo: Supplied

    Summer jobs: Running a massive inflatable water park

    One of the world's largest inflatable water parks is just outside of Cromwell and local Abbey Bisset is spending her second summer working at the unique spot.

    Hundreds gather to usher in the new year

    Three game Frenchmen thought the best way to while away the last minutes of 2025 was with a...

    Hundreds gather to usher in the new year

    Wānaka yet again proved it is the South Island’s place to be on New Year’s Eve, with crowds of all ages taking part in the celebrations.

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    Families spend end of year at night markets

    Tucking into the Esk St night market’s food truck treats on New Year’s Eve are Invercargill pals ...

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    Families spend end of year at night markets

    Southlanders got into party mode for New Year’s Eve by tucking into ethnic food, listening to music and playing outdoor games at the Esk St night markets.

    'Spectacular' display wins camp's Christmas contest

    The winner of the competition, Jodie Whipps, is delighted with her prize of a hamper of festive...

    'Spectacular' display wins camp's Christmas contest

    Food, togs and Christmas lights — the packing list for visitors to the Millers Flat Holiday Park had a slightly different addition this year.

    Multitude of activities for racegoers of all ages

    The Omakau trots always attract a big crowd to enjoy the Central Otago sunshine and plenty of...

    Multitude of activities for racegoers of all ages

    Another amazing day is in store when the Central Otago Trotting Club holds its annual race day.

    Fun in the sun

    Young Australian visitor Wilbour Lacey gets a ride to the racetrack.

    Fun in the sun

    Otago Daily Times photographer Gregor Richardson is a regular visitor to the Omakau trots.
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