New ZealandThird arrest over farm worker's deathA third man has been arrested by police investigating the death of North Otago farm worker Justin McFarlane.16 Sep 12:42 AM
New ZealandOamaru murder: Second arrestA second man has been charged with the murder of Otago farm worker Justin McFarlane, who died in the early hours of Wednesday morning.15 Sep 02:21 AM
New ZealandTeen charged over death of dairy workerAn 18-year-old has appeared in court charged with murder over the "violent" death of Otago dairy farm worker Justin McFarlane.13 Sep 02:21 AM
New ZealandDairy worker suffered a 'violent' deathA dairy worker whose body was found near Oamaru yesterday suffered a "violent'' death, with his burnt out car found 25km away.12 Sep 06:58 AM
New ZealandInjured hunter found after night on South Island mountainA hunter who fell down a ridge and broke his leg has been found after a freezing night on a South Island mountain.28 Aug 08:33 PM
New Zealand'We had to do something'The sight of a young couple trapped in a burning car with a power line draped over it, calling their children to say goodbye, spurred two firefighters into action.28 Jun 07:06 AM
New ZealandBoy's quick actions save sister from fireOamaru boy Aljay Rankin, 10, is being praised for his clear thinking and quick action in saving his sister and home from a potentially disastrous fire.26 Jun 04:48 AM
New ZealandFears of plane crash off Oamaru coast dismissedPolice are searching the coast of Oamaru after reports a plane has crashed into the sea.04 Jun 06:47 AM
New ZealandMan indecently assaults women in Dunedin poolAn Oamaru man who admitted indecently assaulting three women in a Dunedin swimming pool was remanded in custody for sentence next month.02 May 08:17 PM
AgribusinessAussie buy doubles sweet-maker's capacityRainbow Confectionery has doubled its capacity with the acquisition of an Australian confectionery plant.16 Apr 05:30 PM
ManufacturingProspects 'limited' after job lossesWorkers who will lose their jobs when the Summit Wool Spinners' Oamaru plant closes could struggle to find work and may have to move, the Otago Chamber of Commerce says.31 Jan 07:25 PM
New Zealand192 jobs lost as Oamaru plant closesSummit Wool Spinners' Oamaru plant - the second biggest employer in the town - is to close with the loss of 192 jobs31 Jan 06:27 AM
New ZealandLocals rally for Tongan familyOamaru locals have rallied around a Tongan family facing deportation before their young daughter is able to have much-needed surgery here.16 Dec 09:39 PM
TravelOamaru: Fresh taste of vintage charmCatherine Smith falls for Oamaru's Victorian township and modern food.12 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandWater-contaminated petrol affects about 30 carsAbout 30 motorists in Dunedin and Oamaru had engine problems after filling their vehicles with contaminated petrol.04 Nov 07:02 PM
New Zealand'I thought I could drive fast'A 17-year-old who failed to stop for police later told them he believed he could drive fast because it was "just Hampden" he was travelling through.25 Oct 06:03 PM
All BlacksTwelve Questions with Greg McGeeGreg McGee is the author of The Open Side, the biography of All Black captain Richie McCaw. He is also a literary gender bender: McGee 15 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandThree-year-old shows a lot of heartSince having open-heart surgery at just three-months-old, an Oamaru toddler has shown tremendous strength, fighting spirit and resilience06 Aug 06:02 AM
