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Prince Andrew gives up royal titles over 'continued accusations'

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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.

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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.

Flying finish

Flying finish

Otago halfback Dylan Pledger dives over to score early in the second half to help power his side to a 41-17 win against Bay of Plenty in the NPC semifinal at Forsyth Bar...

NZPFU pleased with support for ‘last resort’ strike

Indiana de Blecourt, 2, helps her firefighter father Craig de Blecourt spread the message during...

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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Pride in Austen’s work example of sensibility

Tūhura Otago Museum humanities assistant collections manager Merryn Chynoweth holds up a walking...

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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.

Time out for toothfish vessel

Time out for toothfish vessel

The Australian longline fishing vessel Antarctic Aurora yesterday returned to Dunedin after a night at sea.

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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Buskers taking to streets in festival

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.

Direen receives honour

2025 Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi Laureate Bill Direen. Photo: Sandra Bianciardi

Direen receives honour

Dunedin musician and poet Bill Direen has been honoured as an Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi Laureate recipient.

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Week-long pilsner shortage ends

Inch Bar duty manager Violetta Gerbersgagen pours a glass of Emerson's Pilsner last night, after...

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Week-long pilsner shortage ends

A Dunedin bar is glad its patrons’ favourite drop has been restocked after its reputation was put on the line because of a shortage.

Exhibition to honour inspirational dancer

Dunedin dance pioneer Shona Dunlop MacTavish dancing as Cain in Cain and Abel, Sydney, 1940....

Exhibition to honour inspirational dancer

The life of New Zealand’s "mother of modern dance" is being showcased in Dunedin from next week.

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Tree puts homes at risk: owners

A Mosgiel pin oak tree poses an urgent risk to people and property, the owners say. PHOTO:...

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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.

Parking restrictions in place at St Clair

Parking changes are planned for the Esplanade in St Clair. Photo: ODT files

Parking restrictions in place at St Clair

Parking restrictions in St Clair have come into effect just as the weather gets warmer.

Principal leaving role next April after 11 years

St Hilda’s Collegiate principal Jackie Barron has announced she will step down from her role at...

Principal leaving role next April after 11 years

A Dunedin secondary school principal has resigned after 11 years at the helm.

Bethunes Gully sign back next week

Bethunes Gully sign back next week

A sign above the entrance of Bethunes Gully in North Dunedin will be back in place by the end of next week.

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Rosella saved after crash landing

A unlucky eastern rosella parrot knocked itself cold after flying straight into Colin Perriman’s...

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Rosella saved after crash landing

A colourful parrot knocked itself out against the right Waldronville window.

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.