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Texas flood death toll rises to 131 as new storms loom

Debris is cleared along the banks of the Guadalupe River in central Texas. Photo: Reuters

Texas flood death toll rises to 131 as new storms loom

The official tally of storm-related deaths across Texas has risen to 131 as authorities warn of yet another round of heavy rains 10 days after a flash flood that transformed the Guadalupe River into a killer torrent.

The Stags visit Clare House

The excitement was high at Radius Clare House as staff and residents welcomed the much-loved Southland Stags.

A slice of Italy in Dunedin's St Clair

Katrina Toovey has helped to bring about 40 or so Italians to Dunedin through her St Clair...

A slice of Italy in Dunedin's St Clair

A Dunedin seaside suburb is becoming a haven for Italian expats and foodies alike.

'Unacceptable': Cannabis cake taken to shared lunch at hospital

Health Minister Simeon Brown. Photo: RNZ

'Unacceptable': Cannabis cake taken to shared lunch at hospital

Health Minister Simeon Brown says police are investigating after two staff members at Hawke's Bay Hospital ended up in ED after eating a cannabis cake.

Seymour to withdraw scathing letter to UN

From left: Regulations Minister David Seymour, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Foreign...

Seymour to withdraw UN letter after rebuke from PM

Regulations Minister David Seymour says he will withdraw a scathing letter to a United Nations official after being given a telling-off by the prime minister.

Bailey bridge considered for flood-prone Canterbury stream

A bailey bridge is being considered for the Wharekiri Stream. Photo: Supplied by Shirley Millard

Bailey bridge considered for flood-prone Canterbury stream

A Bailey bridge, commonly used as a temporary structure or in emergencies, is one option being considered to give residents more reliable road access.

Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway

Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway

A Dunedin postie was treated by ambulance officers after being knocked off his motorbike in a Dunedin driveway.

Daughter died after aristocrat went on the run

A British aristocrat and her partner have been convicted of the manslaughter of their baby daughter through gross negligence.

'Lucky no-one killed' as tornado hits campground

A caravan was destroyed in a reported tornado at Tauranga Bay Holiday Park in Northland. Photo:...

'Lucky no-one killed' as tornado hits campground

The man who rescued someone trapped after what has been described a tornado in Northland says it's lucky no-one died.

Trump threatens Russia sanctions, unveils Ukraine weapons plan

US President Donald Trump. Photo: Reuters

Trump threatens Russia sanctions, unveils Ukraine weapons plan

US President Donald Trump has announced new weapons for Ukraine and threatened sanctions on buyers of Russian exports unless Russia agrees to a peace deal.

Vaccine hesitancy growing in at-risk communities

New Omicron-targeted boosters are being rolled out worldwide - but are likely still months away...

Vaccine hesitancy growing in at-risk communities

A growing number of families living in communities most vulnerable to infectious disease outbreaks are refusing to have their children vaccinated.

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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit

University of Otago food sciences and chemistry student Lucian Petherick holds the Hokey Pokey...

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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit

Unlike Willy Wonka, chocolate-maker Lucian Petherick blends into a crowd.

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Polytech boss 'deeply disappointed' over change

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Polytech boss 'deeply disappointed' over change

Otago Polytechnic's leaders are "deeply disappointed" with a new educational model they say will risk its future viability.

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Dunedin rugby player shared secret sex video with team-mates

Green Island Rugby Club. File photo: ODT

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Dunedin rugby player shared secret sex video with team-mates

A Dunedin rugby player who secretly filmed a woman in a sex act and sent the video to a group of team-mates won't be stood down for this weekend's game.

Call to include feral cats in predator-free strategy

Call to include feral cats in predator-free strategy

A feral cat stalks prey on Otago Peninsula in this file photo.

Leader nuclear ‘red button’ concerns

Leader nuclear ‘red button’ concerns

When it comes to those who have the power to push "the big red button" and start a nuclear war, it has always been hoped that cool heads will prevail.

Fresh facility to pave way into new careers

Skills Group head of operations and delivery Jess Corbett sits among the new furniture in the...

Fresh facility to pave way into new careers

Dunedin is set to become the first South Island city to host a range of new career pathway courses.

Cop assaulted in back-to-school Maccas brawl

Cop assaulted in back-to-school Maccas brawl

A 15-year-old girl allegedly assaulted a police officer as a back-to-school brawl between 20 teenagers erupted outside a Dunedin fast food restaurant.

‘Marked improvement’ in mental health shown

‘Marked improvement’ in mental health shown

The South is showing "marked improvement" in most of its mental health targets, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says.

Fun in the sun

Sisters Aqila, 9, and Aleeya Subkhan, 5, of Dunedin, make the most of the sunny weather in Dunedin yesterday.

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