From dumping ground scenic spot
Catlins Promotions has been putting some much needed spit and polish onto a jewel in the Clutha District's scenic crown.
A few years ago, the Catlins Lake at the Owaka end in south Otago was a bit of a tip.
Since dumping began in the 1970s, this spot had become eyesore with old tyres, rubbish and broken glass strewn from the tidal estuary - completely at odds with what was supposed to be a pristine feature of the north Catlins.
Over a two year period, the group has staged a major clean-up of the Clutha District Council-owned site.
Not only that, members and other organisations have been actively involved in re-planting the site in natives.
At the group's working bee this month, more than 500 native trees were planted on the lake shore, with the help of South Otago Farm Forestry Association and South Otago Forest and Bird, with both organisations donating plants.
Other support for the project has come from the council, Otago Community Trust, Papatowai Forest Heritage Trust, Perrins Transport and many local volunteers.
Good job, and thanks for sending in the photos so that the wider community can see what's been happening to develop this site, as a peaceful stop-off and birdwatcher's paradise.
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Poll: Should we ditch daylight saving? 🕰️
First introduced in New Zealand in 1927 with the passing of the Summer Time Act, it's what we know as 'Daylight Saving' and this year it ends on the first Sunday in April.
While we do get to sleep in this time around, some people would like to scrap the clock tinkering for good.
And why? Some evidence suggests the time changes are bad for our health as they mess with sleep patterns leading to short-term fatigue and affecting mood. Meanwhile the hour change is frustrating for farmers and a nightmare for getting the littlies to sleep. But what's your take?
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40.6% Yes - get rid of the clock changes
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57.5% No, I enjoy it
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1.8% Other - I'll share below
Alan and Hazel Kerr share Senior New Zealander of the Year Award 2026
Dr Alan and Hazel Kerr describe themselves as ‘just ordinary old Kiwis’, despite being named as the 2026 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealanders of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.
The amazing couple prompted a standing ovation at a star-studded Auckland event which recognised their tireless efforts, with Alan travelling to and from Gaza and the West Bank 40 times to help children over 20 years, and Hazel travelling 20 times.
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