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A great performance to match a ‘great occasion’

That was the performance Otago coach Mark Brown had in mind at the start of the season when he gave his players a licence to play with freedom.
NZPFU pleased with support for ‘last resort’ strike

Walking off the job was a "last resort" for Dunedin firefighters sick of their concerns being ignored.

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DCC chief calls Ong to meeting

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DCC chief calls Ong to meeting

New Dunedin councillor Benedict Ong has made people feel "uncomfortable", prompting the council’s CEO to invite him to a meeting to discuss ways to ensure a safe and professional workplace.
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Plan to set up medical services trust after $55m sale

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Plan to set up medical services trust after $55m sale

After a $55 million windfall, a Central Otago high country farmer who sold part of his station to a mining giant is vowing to give back to the community.
Prince Andrew gives up royal titles over 'continued accusations'

Prince Andrew gives up royal titles over 'continued accusations'

Britain's Prince Andrew said he would give up using his title of Duke of York following years of criticism about his behaviour and connections to the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

ODT quiz: October 18
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Resident irked non-notified consent granted
Principal leaving role next April after 11 years
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Fence features sweet treats for passers-by

dunedin

Rosalind Manowitz is set to perform at the Buskers Festival Ōtepoti today. Photo: Gregor...

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Buskers taking to streets in festival

Dunedin's resident fairy is excited to be human for a change.

Unlicensed driver injured

Unlicensed driver injured

An unlicensed teenager driver who "convinced" his friend to let him have a go on his motorbike almost instantly crashed, injuring himself.
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Tree puts homes at risk: owners

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Tree puts homes at risk: owners

A Mosgiel couple are again asking the council to let them remove an "extremely unsafe" tree from their property — and this time they have artificial intelligence on their side.
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Pride in Austen’s work example of sensibility

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Pride in Austen’s work example of sensibility

A 19th-century walking stick and an "anti-slavery sugar bowl" are among the objects being displayed at Tūhura Otago Museum to celebrate the life of one of the literary world’s biggest stars.

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Surprised by opposition to liquor store

The man proposing to build a Super Liquor in Hāwea says he is surprised about the pushback his plans have received.

Final results show 21-vote margin for last councillor

Final results show 21-vote margin for last councillor

The nervous wait is over for eight Invercargill council candidates vying for the last available seats at the table.
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By-election to be held next year

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By-election to be held next year

Voters in a Central Otago ward will be back to the polls early next year following the release of the final local body election results.
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Requirements frustrate aspiring residents

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Requirements frustrate aspiring residents

Otago migrant workers fear their time in New Zealand will abruptly end because immigration laws are making it hard to lay down roots.

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The Quiet Shift: Why More Kiwis Are Choosing to Downsize

Across Dunedin and throughout New Zealand, more homeowners are showing interest in downsizing – not simply because they have to, but because they want to.

National

Nataria Moore with her father Neville Thomson who died in a dog attack in Panguru in August 2022....

Man jailed for first dog‑attack manslaughter in NZ

In a historic first for New Zealand’s justice system, a man has been jailed for manslaughter after his aggressive dogs fatally attacked Neville Thomson.

Obituary: Joan Metge, anthropologist

Obituary: Joan Metge, anthropologist

Educator Joan Metge was one of New Zealand’s most respected scientists, earning the rare honour of having a Royal Society of New Zealand medal named after her.
Teen rapist violated another girl

Teen rapist violated another girl hours after being released on bail

Teen rapist Jayden Meyer has been found guilty of sexually violating another teenage girl.
Trial of accused cop killer moved to Christchurch

Trial of accused cop killer moved to Christchurch

The man charged with murdering Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming in Nelson has had his case transferred to Christchurch.

sport

American Mackenzie Rastatter is loving life with Southern United in the National League. PHOTO:...

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Seeing the world one ground at a time

Sometimes all it takes is a quick conversation to realise the next move is right for you.

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North Otago looking for some magic at Maheno

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North Otago looking for some magic at Maheno

A golden team is on the hunt from some silverware.
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Hoiho out to build on winning turnaround

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Hoiho out to build on winning turnaround

The Southern Hoiho are starting to find their feet.
Breakers beat Tasmanians

Breakers beat Tasmanians

The New Zealand Breakers beat the Tasmania JackJumpers 82-65 in their ANBL game in Auckland last night.

Dressing up asparagus
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Asparagus with miso butter
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A tasty Turkish dish
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Quick and easy go-to dinners

Business

Trade Minister Todd McClay insisted he was not blindsided by the US tariff announcement. Photo: RNZ

New documents reveal NZ's 'hectic' response to Trump tariffs

Newly released documents lay bare the government's alarm and "dismay" after being blindsided by the United States' sudden tariff hike on New Zealand exports in August.

Croftpak debts top $914,000: liquidators

Croftpak debts top $914,000: liquidators

Liquidators are counting up the debts of Christchurch glass and plastic jar supplier Croftpak Ltd as estimates climb to more than $914,000.
‘Exceptional demand’ for class A MTF Finance notes

‘Exceptional demand’ for class A MTF Finance notes

MTF Finance has completed its ninth public securitisation, achieving one of the strongest results in its history.
Last-ditch bid to stop sale of 65% of co-op

Last-ditch bid to stop sale of 65% of co-op

An 11th-hour plea has been made to Alliance Group farmer shareholders to vote against selling 65% of their co-operative to Irish meat company Dawn Meats.

Rural Life

Fonterra sale: Peters threatens more regulation

NZ First leader Winston Peters has threatened more regulation for Fonterra if the dairy giant goes ahead with plans to sell iconic brands to a French company.

Local ag sector worried by Lake Hāwea proposal

Local ag sector worried by Lake Hāwea proposal

A group of Central Otago farmers and growers are uniting to fight against Contact Energy seeking to lower the level of Lake Hāwea.
Elm Grove a base for innovation

Elm Grove a base for innovation

An entrepreneurial spirit continues on a family dairy farm with a more than 170-year history on the Taieri.
100 years of supporting rural women

100 years of supporting rural women

This year marks 100 years of Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) and for one former president, the anniversary is a reminder of the organisation’s achievements, big and small.

On November 17 it will be 100 years since the NZ and South Seas International Exhibition opened at Logan Park, showcasing achievements of Dunedin, the province and Aotearoa - but also the Empire and world.

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Storage chambers of the heart

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Storage chambers of the heart

As our lives move closer together, the Yorkshireman and I make plans to cohabit.
Avoiding the ovoid conclusion

Avoiding the ovoid conclusion

It’s an egg!
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Man of mana

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Man of mana

Tāme Iti has spent a lifetime building mana back into the lives of the people around him.

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

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Fascinated by writing
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Making a lasting impression

Changes in life, changes in food
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Class Act of 2015 - Where are they now?

World

Prince Andrew gives up royal titles over 'continued accusations'

Britain's Prince Andrew said he would give up using his title of Duke of York following years of criticism about his behaviour and connections to the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.