Naseby General Store

05/06/2026

Look what just rolled into the store! 🏎️🏆 This treasure was unearthed last week by Jacqui Crawford during a clean-out at the family’s Avoca Street property. It’s the official Champions Cup from the Naseby Combined Sports Club Trolley Derby, held in 1988.

According to the engraving, the glory that year went to T. Diack! It appears this race may have only been run the once, making this a quirky piece of history.

So, were you there in '88? Did you witness T. Diack fly down the hill to victory, or perhaps you risked life and limb in a homemade trolley yourself? We’d love to piece together more about the one hit Derby?

05/06/2026

28/05/2026

Embibing Victorian melancholy for King's Birthday Weekend, but long live the King, of course!

28/05/2026

26/05/2026

The ODT yesterday explored what makes our existence in a high up corner of the Māniatoto so special - A forest refuge where one luxuriates in the beauty of victorian melancholy... 🤔😂

Writer Santiago Bonhomme searches out the poetry in the landscape of the Maniototo on a short trip with his family. For those who arrive in Otago...

22/05/2026

Cozy feet, happy hearts! 👣❄️ With the Naseby frost starting to bite, our new range of SnuggUps slippers has arrived just in time. From vibrant patterns to plush comfort, these slippers are the perfect excuse to hunker down and stay warm this winter.

Check out the full range online or pop into the store to find your perfect fit:
👉 https://naseby.store/collections/merchandise

15/05/2026

It was our pleasure hosting East of Eden crew and cast members in a couple of summers ago, and now the official trailer is finally here! Keep an eye out for some stunning Māniatoto landscapes appearing soon on Netflix!

This fresh interpretation of Steinbeck’s masterpiece will explore the multigenerational saga of the Trask family, focusing new attention on its indelible ant...

15/05/2026

Do look up! 🌌✨ The Guardian has just featured Naseby as New Zealand’s very first certified Dark Sky Community!

It took 10 years for Naseby to achieve its DarkSky International certification. Now, a night out in the tiny Otago town is like ‘a tour through the history of the universe’

10/05/2026

Trail town: OPHIR

There’s something special about Ophir...

One of the Otago Central Rail Trail’s most iconic historic settlements, Ophir is where time slows down. Originally a bustling gold mining town in the 1860s, today it’s a peaceful stop filled with heritage buildings, big Central Otago skies, and warm country hospitality.

Take time to wander the historic streets, cross the stunning Daniel O'Connell Bridge, and enjoy a well-earned meal or refreshment at Pitches Store or Blacks Hotel (Ophir).

It’s places like this that make the Otago Central Rail Trail more than just a bike ride — it’s a journey through history, landscape, and local stories.

🚴‍♀️ Autumn and winter riding brings crisp mornings, golden light, and fewer crowds — the perfect time to explore.

More about Ophir: https://www.otagocentralrailtrail.co.nz/plan/news-and-stories/ophir/