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CENTRAL OTAGO

Watch: Central Otago residents begin cleanup after Tornado struck through the tiny town of Springvale.
Central Otago

'That house just got demolished': Residents begin cleanup after tornado strikes near Alexandra

The tornado hit the community of Springvale just after 6:00pm on Saturday.
Police say they're responding to the incident on West Wānaka Road, which is marked by the red pin.
Central Otago

Police, St John responding to paraglider incident near Wānaka

One person is in a moderate condition.
Orchard owners have been calling for the government to allow in more seasonal workers from Pacific countries to help with the summer fruit harvest.
Central Otago

Fruit growers 'doing their best' to hire suitable NZ workers

"We endeavour to select the people that we think are going to be best suited for the job."

The horticulture sector relies heavily on foreign seasonal workers.
Central Otago

Hit hard by lack of tourism, central Otago now faces another threat to its economy

"People are pretty stressed."
Related video: Tarras locals are outraged at the lack of consultation over a proposed airport.
Central Otago

'Very beneficial': Central Otago cherry growers back Tarras airport proposal

Locals are firmly against the plan.