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Mine would ‘annihilate decades of efforts’

French winemaker Francois Millet (centre), of Burgundy, discusses the future of Central Otago...

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Mine would ‘annihilate decades of efforts’

Central Otago will lose its status as a premier wine region and decades of effort will be "annihilated" should a planned gold mine go ahead, French wine experts say.

Festival a tribute to the community

Showing their colours ahead of the 40th Arrowtown Autumn Festival, which began yesterday, are...

Festival a tribute to the community

The Arrowtown Autumn Festival was officially opened for the 40th time in the historic village yesterday afternoon.

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Mine's fast-track bid must be rejected: Ngāi Tahu

A drilling rig at the proposed Santana mine site. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

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Mine's fast-track bid must be rejected: Ngāi Tahu

Santana's failure to meet treaty obligations means its fast-track application to mine gold at Bendigo must be rejected, Ngāi Tahu says.

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Decision to sell land for mine not easy, ‘but I believe it is right’

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Decision to sell land for mine not easy, ‘but I believe it is right’

The owner of the land where part of the planned Santana Minerals goldmine is to go says he trusts the mining company and the opportunity presented by the mine is extraordinary.

Horse triumphs over human ‘tearing across mountains’

‘‘Knight’’ Pascal Saker takes on the Only Fools and Horses event in the Maniototo astride his...

Horse triumphs over human ‘tearing across mountains’

Horse has triumphed against human once again at the Only Fools and Horses running race in Wedderburn.

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Cellphone network failures left emergency services 'hamstrung'

It seems the iPhone has become a weapon of self-destruction for our sports stars.

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Cellphone network failures left emergency services 'hamstrung'

Weaknesses in the rural cellphone network are leaving emergency services ‘‘hamstrung’’ during community crises, Clutha officials say.

Council extends Mt Iron freedom camping ban

A sign made by a resident in Allenby Pl expresses their disapproval with the freedom camping...

Council extends Mt Iron freedom camping ban

A temporary ban on freedom camping at the foot of Mt Iron has been extended.

‘Superstar’ makes encore performance

Ready to perform are (from left) Vanessa Crawford, Wendy Cook, Carey Alderton, Hans Van Der...

‘Superstar’ makes encore performance

A classic musical is returning to West Otago after 26 years, along with four performers from that same production.

‘Fantastic’ new $10.6m bridge now open

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki representative Mani Malloy-Sharplin leads karakia on the old Kakanui Bridge....

‘Fantastic’ new $10.6m bridge now open

A long-awaited new bridge in Kakanui has been officially opened, replacing a structure that was over a century old.

Half a century of work recognised

Lions 202F district governor Shona Cook presents Wyndham Lions Club member Trevor Stewart with a...

Half a century of work recognised

Trevor Stewart’s 50 years of service to his community were celebrated this month by the Wyndham Lions Club.

Book paves way for future

Sheldon Bagrie-Howley in action. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Book paves way for future

A booklet describing the history of the Gore Bowling Club will delve not only into the success, but the stories of players past and present of one of New Zealand’s finest clubs.

Holiday fun returns to library

Alexandra children create bookmarks as part of the library's school holiday programme. PHOTO:...

Holiday fun returns to library

Alexandra Library is once again drawing families in with a lively mix of activities aimed at keeping children entertained and connected over the school holidays.

Looking forward to sharing region’s stories

Hello, my name is Carys Trotter, and I’m the new reporter in Alexandra.

Students honoured to take on role

Taking on the leadership roles at Mountainview High School this year are head students (from left...

Students honoured to take on role

The Courier is catching up with student leaders in secondary schools throughout South Canterbury. In this instalment by reporter Connor Haley, we have the school leaders from Mountainview High...

Intersection upgrades to be ‘game changer’

Work on the Showgrounds intersection on State Highway One is expected to be completed by mid year...

Intersection upgrades to be ‘game changer’

Long-awaited upgrades to the Showgrounds intersection are now under way.

Full throttle towards electric future

One of MyWay by Metro’s new EVs, known as ‘‘very small buses’’ or VSBs. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Full throttle towards electric future

Timaru’s MyWay by Metro service will soon be 100% electric with the introduction of 10 new electric vehicles.

Volunteer’s extra help recognised

Theodora Van Merrienboer has been acknowledged with a certificate of appreciation for...

Volunteer’s extra help recognised

On top of her day job, a Timaru volunteer has still found the time to help two extra organisations.

Award-winning NZ film to be shown

A special screening of The Weed Eaters is being held at Geraldine Cinema on Sunday. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Award-winning NZ film to be shown

An award-winning new Kiwi horror-comedy about cannabis-fuelled cannibals is stopping in at Geraldine for a special screening this weekend.

Organisations giving information by the book

Citizens Advice Bureau manager Anne-Marie Chapman and Community Trust chief executive Tim Barnett...

Organisations giving information by the book

Two community organisations have come together to produce a much-needed booklet for residents.

Taonga to be transformed

Arowhenua Māori School tumuaki Bronwyn Te Koeti checks up on the progress of a project to restore...

Taonga to be transformed

A project to restore a historically significant 131-year old South Canterbury taonga is under way.

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