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Warden ready for challenges
For new Tautuku Outdoor Education Centre warden Joe Geissler, it was a return to familiar turf this week.
‘Critical’ lane looks set to stay
‘Critical’ lane looks set to stay
Officials say they are pleased a "critical" passing lane in Balclutha now seems likely to be retained, following earlier uncertainty.
Warden returns to familiar ‘spectacular natural beauty’
Warden returns to familiar ‘spectacular natural beauty’
For new Tautuku Outdoor Education Centre warden Joe Geissler, it will be a return to familiar turf this week.
Local Legend: Mark Robbie
Local Legend: Mark Robbie
Mark Robbie, of Lawrence, is the recipient of the Silver Fern Farms Local Legend leg of lamb this week.
Strong turnout spurs entries
Strong turnout spurs entries
Lawrence Rodeo organisers say they have an eye on succession as the club’s 40th anniversary approaches next year, following a successful event on Saturday.
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Enjoying the fruits of her labour
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Enjoying the fruits of her labour
Veteran Balclutha greengrocer Nancy Young has sold the shop, but is still popping up outside her house, peddling her wares.
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Residents express displeasure at boil water notices
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Residents express displeasure at boil water notices
Tapanui residents yesterday let the West Otago Community Board know their frustration with repeated drinking water issues in the town.
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Filipino society rallies to support countrymen
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Filipino society rallies to support countrymen
Half a world away from home, jobless and cashless on Christmas Eve, a group of Filipinos only had to look up the road for a helping hand.
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New regulations, upgrades behind boil water notices
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New regulations, upgrades behind boil water notices
A southern council says an apparent upsurge in boil water notices is a result of tighter compliance combined with continuing infrastructure upgrades.
New events drawcard for rodeo
New events drawcard for rodeo
Lawrence Rodeo organisers say they have an eye on succession as the club’s 40th anniversary approaches next year, following a successful event on Saturday.
Kaitangata Kings in commanding form against Comets
Kaitangata Kings in commanding form against Comets
The Kaitangata Kings continued their dominant form with the bat as they mauled the Clutha Comets by 245 runs in Balclutha courtesy of centuries by Mark Shepherd and William Casey.
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Shearing job trials hailed as success
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Shearing job trials hailed as success
Stakeholders are hailing the success of a new shearing industry employment initiative in South Otago.
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100km return on tricycle
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100km return on tricycle
Kaka Point retiree Walter Flanagan, 67, pauses on his recumbent tricycle, during his 100km return leg from Beaumont to Kaka Point in inclement conditions on Clutha Valley Rd on Thursday.
Consent platform lauded
Consent platform lauded
Local building professionals have feedback for Clutha District Council’s new Objective Build platform.
Regenerating bush showcased in walk
Regenerating bush showcased in walk
A larger-than-usual group took the opportunity to learn more about the Catlins bush at the weekend.
Local Legends: Kath and Jules Witt
Local Legends: Kath and Jules Witt
Kath and Jules Witt are the winners of this week’s Clutha Leader Silver Fern Farms Local Legend.
Thirty years of horse healing
Thirty years of horse healing
Clutha Community Riding celebrated its 30th birthday last month.
Community bangs the drum for group
Community bangs the drum for group
A musical movement is drumming up support in Balclutha.
Breast screening push
Breast screening push
Primary health provider WellSouth wants to improve breast check rates throughout the South, including in Clutha.
Clutha Boot Market
Clutha Boot Market
From fresh fruit and vegetables to garden goods, gifts, coffee and breakfast, the Clutha Boot Market is thriving and organisers are looking to expand its range and setting.
