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Wednesday 15th February, 2017
The median house price across Otago rose to a new record of $310,000, up $28,000 compared with December 2015.
Prices rose 29% in North Otago and 7% in Dunedin, but fell by 16% in South Otago. Sales across the region fell 12% compared to December 2015 with sales falling 8% in North Otago, 13% in Dunedin and 14% in South Otago.
Thursday 09th February, 2017
Some of the worlds best shearers and woolhandlers converged on Balclutha recently for the Otago Championships.
It's a chance for teams looking to do well in the World Champs, to get practice on New Zealand sheep and wool.
Around 220 shearing and woolhandling competitors were taking part from a record 32 countries.
Tuesday 07th February, 2017
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Fire fighting teams from Kaitangata and Mossburn will represent the South at national competitions in Northland next month.
The teams were the winning combinations taking part in the United Fire Brigades' Association competition in Wanaka at the weekend.
Friday 03rd February, 2017
Police are warning those travelling through North Canterbury over Waitangi weekend to take care.
Highways in the area have become increasingly busy since the Kaikoura earthquake closed part of State Highway One, making the Lewis Pass the key route to the West Coast and Picton. Police are advising people on roads leading to the pass to allow extra time for their journey because of the congestion on State Highways 7 and 63.
Wednesday 25th January, 2017
Police are investigating a spate of thefts from vehicles across the Gore area this week. Approximately 20 vehicles were broken into.
Offenders were entering the vehicles by breaking the windows or opening unlocked doors. A large amount of personal belongings and money has been taken.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen anyone, or any vehicle, acting suspiciously in these areas.
Thursday 19th January, 2017
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The weather bomb that was predicted to hit the south arrived with gale force winds mid morning.
Flights were delayed, trees have been up-rooted, and power was cut to many areas across the southern region.
The effects of the 'weather bomb' have mainly been felt on the east coast.
Wednesday 18th January, 2017
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The closure of banks and poor cellphone reception has been a double whammy for small business owners in the Clutha region.
Merchants visiting Kaka Point for an annual market say they fell short of sales targets, and it's on what should have been one of the busiest days of the year.
Tuesday 17th January, 2017
Areas of the South Island should be prepared for some wild weather in the coming days.
Residents in parts of the country have been warned to brace for widespread flooding, slips and fast-rising rivers as the mid-week weather system hits.
The weather bomb is forecast to move on to the lower South Island late today, then move on to the rest of the country.
The warning criteria is 100mm of rainfall in 24 hours, but some exposed areas could get up to 300mm in 24 hours.
Monday 16th January, 2017
Helicopters are being used to help battle a fire in a stand of trees in South Otago this afternoon.
A Fire Service spokesman says the trees near Kaitangata are between 6m and 8m tall.
Crews from Kaitangata, Balclutha, and Clutha Valley had been fighting the fire in Wangaloa Rd since 1pm.
A fire service spokesperson says the size of the blaze was unknown.
Wednesday 21st December, 2016
Federated Farmers research shows the southern region's rural sector is being hurt by large rates increases.
Rates have increased by 77% over the last decade across 54 districts.
Federated Farmers local government spokesperson Katie Milne says they're reflecting on a tough period for the sector.
The organisation says farmers are struggling with the rates burden, and council bills can be a significant part of their farm costs.