Forging links between employers and pupils
Forging links between employers and pupils
Cromwell College recently played matchmaker to students and employers in the hopes of finding the perfect fit.
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Man ‘very lucky to be alive’ after accident
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Man ‘very lucky to be alive’ after accident
A Roxburgh man is counting himself lucky to be alive after hitting two horses while driving home from work.
Familiar look to council
Familiar look to council
It was business as usual as the not-so-new-look Central Otago District CouncIL was sworn in at the Council chambers in Alexandra.
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Cafe ‘in middle of nowhere’ wins travellers’ choice again
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Cafe ‘in middle of nowhere’ wins travellers’ choice again
Stationside Cafe in Lauder may be "in the middle of nowhere" but it is a hit with international visitors.
Council reveals plan for future of tourism
Council reveals plan for future of tourism
A new plan is guiding how tourism can shape a region for the benefit of generations to come.
Sowing seeds for the future: 10K native trees planted
Sowing seeds for the future: 10K native trees planted
The Cromwell community rolled up its sleeves and got its hands dirty all in the name of creating a legacy.
First North Cantabrian in nationals
First North Cantabrian in nationals
Aspiring winemakers from throughout Central Otago competed to be crowned the region’s best young winemaker — but it was a North Cantabrian who came out on top.
Packed stadium and a vibrant atmosphere
Packed stadium and a vibrant atmosphere
The Tasman’s best shearers and woolhandlers took to the boards recently for the 61st New Zealand Merino Shearing and Woolhandling Championships.
Surprise win in NZ merino champs
Surprise win in NZ merino champs
Masterton wool handler Cushla Abraham faced a formidable line up on Saturday night.
Health minister visits support centre
Health minister visits support centre
Mental health challenges faced by the regions’ teenagers are reflective of those experienced throughout New Zealand, Minister of Health Andrew Little said yesterday.
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Buzz of shearing champs
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Buzz of shearing champs
Shearing sports have returned for the season, and along with them international competitors and spectators.
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Speed-dating format engages young voters
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Speed-dating format engages young voters
Vincent ward candidates were put on the spot on Tuesday night as young voters grilled them about the big issues.
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World event beckons for curling official
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World event beckons for curling official
Former New Zealand curling representative Darren Carson is returning to the international arena — but will be keeping off the ice.
Theatre group’s show has wide appeal
Theatre group’s show has wide appeal
Hold on to your hats, the West is about to get warped.
Lively interactions on hot topics in Cromwell, Alexandra
Lively interactions on hot topics in Cromwell, Alexandra
Local election candidates in the Cromwell and Vincent wards were put under the spotlight on Monday night as "meet the candidates" events start to ramp up.
Author strikes gold with publication of first novel
Author strikes gold with publication of first novel
A passion and a dream have come together in the form of a book.
Move-in date set for new school building
Move-in date set for new school building
Maniototo Area School’s $11 million rebuild is taking shape, and staff are set to move in to the new administration building during next month’s school holidays.
Otago strikes gold to hold championships
Otago strikes gold to hold championships
Central Otago’s rich gold mining history is set to shine on the world stage.
International skiers no match for Wright
International skiers no match for Wright
International skiers returned to the Merino Muster for the first time since 2019, however it was a New Zealander who claimed the top spot.
Mullet cut for cancer fundraiser
Mullet cut for cancer fundraiser
Like many 15-year-old boys, Jaedyn McKenzie’s mullet is his crowning glory.