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1899 Kakanui Bridge deconstruction awarded to local firm

Published on 10 April 2026

The 126-year-old Kakanui Bridge may be coming down, but at least some of it will live on in the community.

Kākaunui Bridge ceremonially opened

Published on 10 April 2026

A farewell to the 1899 bridge and blessing and ribbon cutting of the new bridge.

Variable speed zones for schools alongside State Highways

Published on 07 April 2026

Government speed limit rules mean new signage for eight schools in District.

Paemanu: Kārakaraka Toi coming to Forrester Gallery

Published on 07 April 2026

Echoing the waterways of Te Waipounamu, this collaborative exhibition by Paemanu: Ngāi Tahu Contemporary Visual Arts emerged from a journey along te awa Waitaki.

Community board approve safety upgrades in Kurow

Published on 07 April 2026

Waitaki Valley School to benefit from path separation and defined crossing point.
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Upcoming events

On The Record: 150 Years of the Oamaru Mail

14 April 2026

As community newspapers disappear across the motu, our local paper reaches an extraordinary milestone: 150 years. This exhibition celebrates the people behind the pages, the craft of making a newspaper, and the vital role independent local media plays in our communities.

The Secret Sun tour

16 April 2026

Award winning, APRA Silver Show Scroll finalist, Aro celebrate their latest album, Tāwauwau - a place beyond perception, with sunset shows across the country. In response to the cost of everything and by request of local fans, this is the first tour of its kind - no tickets/no barriers, ALL welcome. Bring a blanket and whoever you like to unwind, relax, and remember the things that matter.

The Sea That Carries Us: Threads of Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa

20 April 2026

The Sea That Carries Us: Threads of Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa reflects an ongoing kaupapa, initiated through TAUAKI Tapa sessions facilitated by Ebonie Fifita at the Ōamaru Pacific Island Trust. Pacific textiles from the Waitaki Museum collection, accompanied by a ngatu donated by ŌPIT, will be reactivated and honoured, fostering opportunities for connection and care.
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