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Good times had by all at the South Otago A&P Show that had to go indoors on Saturday because of the Wetvember storm on Tuesday-Wednesday which turned the grounds into a lake.
Highlights included the newly-crowned South Otago A&P Show Queen Bayley Coates, 21, of Balclutha hanging out … View moreGood times had by all at the South Otago A&P Show that had to go indoors on Saturday because of the Wetvember storm on Tuesday-Wednesday which turned the grounds into a lake.
Highlights included the newly-crowned South Otago A&P Show Queen Bayley Coates, 21, of Balclutha hanging out with the 1968 Show Queen Annette Meyer, of Alexandra, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Show Queen event:
Show Queen convenor, left, Ingrid Keating who was crowned in 1985 with the third place-getter of 1968, Brenda Ogilvie, of Australia, were there celebrating the 50th anniversary of the event, at the South Otago A&P Show at Balclutha on Saturday.
Best mates and Otago/Highlanders rugby players, from left, Lee Allan, of Kaitangata, and Matt Faddes, of Stirling, who presented this year's Show Queens with their prizes.
Young Farmers contestant Tom Blackmore, left, of Teviot Valleyh Young Farmers was the top qualifier for next year's Otago-Southland Young Farmers regional final, pictured with New Zealand Young Farmer of the Year Logan Wallace, of Waipahi, at the South Otago A&P Show at Balclutha on Saturday.
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Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!
Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View moreResene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!
Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.
The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.
… View moreEmergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.
The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.
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Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.
Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View moreFriendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.
Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.
To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.
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Welcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out… View moreWelcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this handy project yourself
Two of the larger cheques received by Maniototo Health were received recently from The Lions Club for $250.000 and also from Graymont who sponsored the New Hospital build to the tune of $1 per tonne of fertilizer which totalled over $17,000, A great way for Commerce to work collaboratively with and… View moreTwo of the larger cheques received by Maniototo Health were received recently from The Lions Club for $250.000 and also from Graymont who sponsored the New Hospital build to the tune of $1 per tonne of fertilizer which totalled over $17,000, A great way for Commerce to work collaboratively with and for the benefit of the Community.
Kylie Owen from Graymont is pictured with David and Geoff from Maniototo Health at the front entrance of the new building under construction.
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Parts of the South Island have been plunged back into winter, with roads closed and snow warnings issued.
Snow is expected to keep falling in much of the South Island down to 500 metres today.
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The Clutha River in Otago is at its highest level in nearly 20 years after heavy rain closed roads and caused flooding around the region. Several highways remain closed in Otago on Wednesday, but weather conditions are easing across the country.
Road closures are in place for SH8 from Milton to … View moreThe Clutha River in Otago is at its highest level in nearly 20 years after heavy rain closed roads and caused flooding around the region. Several highways remain closed in Otago on Wednesday, but weather conditions are easing across the country.
Road closures are in place for SH8 from Milton to Alexandra, SH90 from Raes Junction to Tapanui and at the Pomahaka Bridge, and SH87 from Kyeburn to Hyde. State Highway 1 from Milton to Balclutha is open, but is under stop/go management Anyone using the road is urged to take extreme care. Read more
We need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them… View moreWe need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 December. More information here.
Customers on the Tuapeka West, Glenkenich and North Richardson rural water schemes in the Clutha District are asked to boil water till further notice.
The boil water notice is in place due wide-spread rain and flooding causing dirty water and the road to both the North Richardson and Glenkenich … View moreCustomers on the Tuapeka West, Glenkenich and North Richardson rural water schemes in the Clutha District are asked to boil water till further notice.
The boil water notice is in place due wide-spread rain and flooding causing dirty water and the road to both the North Richardson and Glenkenich plants are flooded.
You will need to boil any drinking water for one minute before drinking it.
A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.
It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert
Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace … View moreA nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.
It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert
Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace other emergency alerts, or the need to take action after natural warnings.
You still need to be prepared for an emergency and you should not wait to get an alert before you act. If you feel your life is in danger, don’t wait for an official warning. Take immediate action.
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Just when it started to warm up, winter has returned once more, bringing with it snow and flooding.
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