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    Two injured after car accident near Waitati

    Emergency crews have responded to a single-vehicle crash near Waitati tonight.

    Tensions flare as thousands attend anti-migrant rallies

    Protesters clashed in Melbourne, with some scuffles between the two groups. Photos: Getty Images

    Tensions flare as thousands attend anti-migrant rallies

    Draped in flags and shouting expletive-laden slogans, thousands of people have attended anti-immigration rallies across Australia.

    NZ Drug Foundation concerned deaths, hospitalisations will rise

    Executive Director of NZ Drug Foundation Sarah Helm. Photo: supplied

    NZ Drug Foundation concerned deaths, hospitalisations will rise

    The NZ Drug Foundation is concerned that an increased number of deaths and hospitalisations from stimulant drugs like methamphetamine and cocaine may continue to rise.

    White House moves forward on plans for a Department of War

    President Donald Trump told reporters he thought the United States could make a deal with China,...

    White House moves forward on plans for a Department of War

    The Trump administration is advancing plans to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War, after US President Donald Trump raised the prospect on Monday.

    Dunedin mates releasing 'bangers' on their own terms

    London-based Kiwi band Mild Orange. Photo: Cam Hay

    Dunedin mates releasing 'bangers' on their own terms

    The members of London-based "Kiwi band for the world", Mild Orange, share a passion for travel and connection.

    Van rolls off high peninsula road

    PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Van rolls off high peninsula road

    Occupants of a rental van have walked away unharmed after rolling off a Dunedin road.

    Big rigs turn out for special kids

    The trucks began their journey in Midland St. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Big rigs turn out for special kids

    Trucks from Otago and Southland assembled in Dunedin today for the return of a much-loved event.

    Another truck breaks down while fighting blaze

    Bringing in long-ladder trucks from other cities could mean hours of unnecessary delay, the...

    Another truck breaks down while fighting blaze

    Firefighters say shuffling long-ladder trucks around the country to fill gaps is wasting time and leaving some cities in the lurch.

    Crime crackdown: more police, fewer victims, says govt

    Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith (left) and Police Minister Mark Mitchell. Photo: RNZ

    Crime crackdown: more police, fewer victims, says govt

    The government says it's continuing to track ahead of its violent crime reduction target as police prepare to roll out more officers on the beat.

    Auckland schools dominate Big Sing

    Auckland schools dominate Big Sing

    The finale of this year's Big Sing secondary schools' competition in Dunedin has come to a close, with choirs from Auckland taking the top awards.

    Burst water main disrupts Green Is residents

    A worker stands in front of a sinkhole, thought to be caused by a burst water main, in Koremata...

    Burst water main disrupts Green Is residents

    A burst water main in Koremata St, Green Island, has caused some disruption to residents and motorists.

    Salads, coleslaws recalled due to presence of metal

    Speirs and Woolworths branded salads and coleslaws have been recalled due to the possible...

    Salads, coleslaws recalled due to presence of metal

    Batches of selected salads and coleslaws sold at New Zealand supermarkets have been recalled because of the presence of metal.

    Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Mosgiel

    Emergency services were called to Gordon Rd, Mosgiel, this afternoon. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Mosgiel

    A pedestrian has suffered moderate injuries after being stuck by a vehicle in Mosgiel, police say.

    Officer and dog injured after glass thrown: police

    Photo: RNZ

    Officer and dog injured after glass thrown: police

    An officer and his dog have been injured after a man threw shards of glass at them, police say.

    Same-sex marriages up as overall figures fall

    Since same-sex marriage was legalised in 2013, New Zealand has proven a popular destination for...

    Same-sex marriages up as overall figures fall

    While fewer couples are tying the knot overall, same-sex unions have grown.

    Dozens of firearms missing as 4 people charged

    Photo: ODT files

    Dozens of firearms missing as 4 people charged

    Four people have been charged as police investigate firearms being resold into the black market.

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    Safety call for motorcyclists

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    Safety call for motorcyclists

    As temperatures start to rise and the roads get drier around the southern regions, motorcyclists start dusting off their pride and joy before heading for the open road.

    One injured in Halfway Bush crash

    Police at the scene this morning. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    One injured in Halfway Bush crash

    A person has been taken to hospital with moderate injuries after a crash in Dunedin.

    ODT digital edition app restored

    ODT digital edition app restored

    ODT's digital edition app is now working again for readers.

    Vigilante crossbow attack left arrow lodged in victim

    Shaun Hartstone. PHOTO: ROB KIDD

    Vigilante crossbow attack left arrow lodged in victim

    A Dunedin man’s vigilante crossbow attack over a missing motorbike has cost him nearly six and a-half years of freedom.
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