Councillor calls for action on rising debt
With rates rises in the long-term plan looming for the Gore district, one councillor has put his hand up with a plan to offload assets and start tackling council debt.
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‘It’s the risk that makes it fun’
‘It’s the risk that makes it fun’
One of the great things about the Gore district is our proximity to great rivers to fish in and hill country to hunt.
Between you and me
Between you and me
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Flu shots making pre-winter return
Flu shots making pre-winter return
With winter right around the corner, the flu vaccine returns and Gore Medical Centre and other healthcare providers are stocked up and ready to provide the annual shot to all those who need it.
Scooter driver’s 8th drink-driving conviction given
Scooter driver’s 8th drink-driving conviction given
A serial drink-driver, who has spent time in prison for his crimes, has been convicted of driving home drunk for the eighth time, this time on a scooter.
Gore TV series nominated for Cannes award
Gore TV series nominated for Cannes award
Gore is to make a name for itself France this month.
Family rivalry at Otago Rally
Family rivalry at Otago Rally
After coming second last year, a Gore father-son racing duo split up for the Otago Rally last weekend, with both drivers separately continuing to show their acceleration in the sport.
Residents keen to attend splashpad opening
Residents keen to attend splashpad opening
The Mataura Splash Pad opened up its floodgates on Saturday, and the long-awaited project is now available for the district to enjoy.
Ratepayers asked for LTP views
Ratepayers asked for LTP views
Ratepayers have plenty of chances to have their say on the proposed Gore district long-term plan.
Crash kills one person
Crash kills one person
One person died following a serious crash on Charlton Siding Rd, Waimumu, on Saturday night.
Peacock, peahen set to get new home
Peacock, peahen set to get new home
Gore's beloved peafowl are to be re-homed after the council said it had received numerous complaints about the wellbeing of the birds.
Taking a dive into the deep end of competitive swimming
Taking a dive into the deep end of competitive swimming
The Gore Aquatic Centre will be hosting a Splash ’n’ Dash charity swimming event on April 11, at 6pm.
Club recognises founding members
Club recognises founding members
The Wyndham Pioneer Lions Club celebrated its 45th year last month.
Sector ‘well positioned’ for tariffs
Sector ‘well positioned’ for tariffs
Local farmers and representatives of the red meat sector have echoed the government’s line on United States President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Cattle breeder to defend title in US
Cattle breeder to defend title in US
Southland Hereford cattle enthusiast Niamh Barnett will defend a young breeders title in the United States this year.
Meat processing plant sold
Meat processing plant sold
A meat works in Gore, previously home to a Japanese Wagyu beef operation which went into liquidation late last year, has been sold.
Volunteers jump in to help keep beloved local art show running
Volunteers jump in to help keep beloved local art show running
After an emergency call to action, a 52-year-old Riversdale art show will be going ahead with the help of some new volunteers.
Youth centre stage in two new plays
Youth centre stage in two new plays
High school students are taking over the Little Theatre in Gore and breathing new life into works of Shakespeare, with a modern twist.
Barbarians overcome an energetic Blues side
Barbarians overcome an energetic Blues side
The Eastern Northern Barbarians beat Invercargill Blues 37-21 in round three of Southland’s Galbraith Shield Competition on Saturday.