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Apprentice proves his mettle with planter

The Central Otago apprentice competition was won by Gareth Bruce of Queenstown. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Apprentice proves his mettle with planter

Queenstown’s Gareth Bruce, claimed the top spot at the Central Otago heat for the New Zealand Certified Builders Apprentice Challenge on April 12, and will now compete at the national final in June.

Pony club show catered to all levels

Wānaka-Hāwea Pony Club member Macy Goodwin won Reserve Champ with her horse. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Pony club show catered to all levels

The Wānaka-Hāwea Pony Club hosted its first pre-Easter Show at the Hāwea Community Domain.

Public transport feedback wanted

Public transport feedback wanted

The Otago Regional Council is again consulting North Otago residents on public transport.

Rotary launches new ‘place for everyone’

Rotary Club of Oamaru Trust chairman Michael Robinson with his grandchildren (from left to right)...

Rotary launches new ‘place for everyone’

"It is a space for everyone."

‘Huge’ for artists to know their work is being bought

Oamaru artists Christopher Wright (left) and Todd Rawson (right) with IHC national patron Dame...

‘Huge’ for artists to know their work is being bought

Art lovers were in full force at the North Otago IHC Association art exhibition at The Loan & Merc on Friday.

Fire Brigade Chief stepping down

Outgoing Omarama Chief Fire Officer Greg Harper and his wife, Adrienne, at his gold star award in...

Fire Brigade Chief stepping down

The leadership of Omarama Volunteer Fire Brigade is changing.

Waitaki Boys’ High School concert turns 10

Waitaki Boys’ High School Anzac Day concert organiser Allan Portis (left) and rector Darryl...

Waitaki Boys’ High School concert turns 10

The Waitaki Boys’ High School Anzac Day concert turns 10 this year, 110 years since the start of the Gallipoli campaign of World War 1.

Outstanding rides in ‘stellar’ event

Gravel In Paradise tour leader James Wilson, of Timaru, leads Chris Nevill, of Central Otago,...

Outstanding rides in ‘stellar’ event

There were two dominant performances in the latest Gravel In Paradise race.

Many entries for memorial golf day

Nobby Roderick is looking forward to holding another memorial golf day for his son Tane who died...

Many entries for memorial golf day

A golf day with special meaning is returning on the Sunday of Anzac weekend.

Southern home for royal car

Lake Hāwea resident Gerry Shaw, pictured with partner Denise Shaw, bought his Rolls-Royce Phantom...

Southern home for royal car

Gerry Shaw is not one for fuss, nor is he a royalist, but the keen car collector is now the proud owner of a Rolls-Royce used by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.

Failed Frankton restaurant fined over paua

Under-sized paua, such as those pictured, have cost a Frankton restaurant owner $18,000. PHOTO:...

$18,000 fine for under-sized paua

The owner of a failed Chinese restaurant in Frankton has been fined $18,000 for having under-sized pāua.

Successful second go at Pukaki

Marathon swimmer Rob Hutchings scopes out Lake Pukaki before his second attempt at swimming it....

Successful second go at Pukaki

A self-proclaimed "Newfie Zealander" has swum the entire length of Lake Pukaki — and is believed to be just the second person to do so.

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Closed-door meetings over tensions between mayor and council boss

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Closed-door meetings over tensions between mayor and council boss

Tensions at the top of the Invercargill City Council seem to have been resolved following a closed-door investigation.

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'Archaic' Easter bylaws slammed

Wānaka business owners had a range of reactions to the change, with some happy they could operate...

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'Archaic' Easter bylaws slammed

Wānaka’s business community have mixed feelings about Easter trading bylaws with one calling the rules "archaic".

Warning heritage buildings at risk over funding freeze

Invercargill's Civic Theatre is one of the city's most prominent heritage buildings. Photo:...

Warning heritage buildings at risk over funding freeze

A potential funding freeze for Invercargill’s heritage buildings could result in spiralling maintenance, an expert has warned.

Service to Timaru calling from God

David Bruce has faithfully served the South Canterbury community since arriving in Timaru in 1976...

Service to Timaru calling from God

For many generations of Timaruvians David Bruce was their first introduction to the Bible.

Five-time winning feat emulated

Bella Thin, 17, has matched Patricia Hayman’s long-standing record of winning the Christine...

Five-time winning feat emulated

A Timaru Girls’ High School student has retained the prestigious Christine Castle Cup for a record-equalling fifth time.

Alpine Energy customers to be credited

Alpine Energy are set to make a one-off credit to customers after a historical error between 2015 and 2024.

Mayor calls for more council collaboration

Timaru District Mayor Nigel Bowen is calling on South Canterbury councils to seize the...

Mayor calls for more council collaboration

Timaru District Mayor Nigel Bowen has called on councils across South Canterbury to seize the opportunity to collaborate on more efficient and affordable water services.

'Like a washing machine': Kayaker lost life after hitting hole

Jeremy Norbury died while kayaking in the Turnbull River in 2023. Photo: Supplied

'Like a washing machine': Kayaker lost life after hitting hole

A skilled Queenstown kayaker drowned after becoming caught in a river hazard resembling a ‘‘washing machine’’, a coroner says.

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