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Big opposition to joint water CCO
A sample of submissions for a joint local government water initiative suggests officials may have a fight on their hands.
A river runs beside it
A river runs beside it
Home to about 820 people, Kaitangata sits beside the left branch of the Clutha River 10km southeast of Balclutha.
New to speaking English but singing no issue
New to speaking English but singing no issue
Two years ago, Jared Gerida, 15, could barely speak a word of English. Yesterday, the South Otago High School student led his choir at a regional singing competition.
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Grant boosts playground project
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Grant boosts playground project
A new Catlins playground will have a significant cultural leaning, including verse from a well-known local poet.
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School fundraiser sells ‘$59,000 worth of butter’
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School fundraiser sells ‘$59,000 worth of butter’
Kaitangata Primary School has set a record to literally butter up the community.
Act of kindness about giving back
Act of kindness about giving back
The Otago Daily Times has played a regular role in a full-circle friendship.
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New venue won’t have pokies
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New venue won’t have pokies
A new South Otago venue will not provide pokies for patrons, the Clutha Licensing Trust says.
From classroom to newsroom
From classroom to newsroom
Clinton’s Cosmic Chronicle is due to roll off the press tomorrow, a unique space-newspaper filled with astronomical observations and published by Clinton Primary School’s Room 4 "Wairuna".
Local Legend: Shona McDonald
Local Legend: Shona McDonald
Clutha Leader’s Silver Fern Farms Local Legend is Pink Ribbon Breakfast promoter and all-round good-character Shona McDonald.
Air quality, pollution awareness key
Air quality, pollution awareness key
Otago Regional Council has expanded air quality monitoring, as winter heating challenges continue.
Under the sea but on land
Under the sea but on land
Spectacular new marine scenes now wrap around Livingstonia Park’s nerve centre, thanks to the Taieri Mouth community and street artist Koryu Aoshima.
Hazards mapped
Hazards mapped
A new Otago Regional Council report has mapped out which parts of Otago are most exposed to natural hazards, including floods, earthquakes, landslides and tsunami.
Cultures on show at Matariki event
Cultures on show at Matariki event
Clutha is celebrating Matariki in style next Thursday, giving South Otago people the opportunity to take a deep dive into the district’s diverse cultures.
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Hall to receive extensive restoration
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Hall to receive extensive restoration
A South Otago hall enjoying a rich social history is receiving some tender loving care.
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Tiny Otago school says govt won't return $50k
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Tiny Otago school says govt won't return $50k
Supporters of a recently closed Catlins school say the Ministry of Education is refusing to return at least $50,000 of unspent community funds to the community.
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Offer of free land still on table
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Offer of free land still on table
There has been plenty of interest but the dream to do something with a piece of land in Heriot remains on the table.
Project claims national awards
Project claims national awards
A major South Otago project has been recognised with a brace of national building awards, thanks to "innovation and community spirit".
Funding for counselling faces crisis
Funding for counselling faces crisis
A crucial Clutha counselling service is facing a funding crisis and community advocates and educators are urgently seeking new support.
Birthday boy gets unwelcome 'present' from cops
Birthday boy gets unwelcome 'present' from cops
An Otago man was entitled to a bad case of the birthday blues when an evening drive on his special day ended with his licence being suspended.
Pies, advice, chances for all
Pies, advice, chances for all
The annual morning smoko pie-shout at the Big River Homes Jobbortunities building site was a bright and inspiring gathering recently, bringing together future tradies and key community figures.
