US 'getting very close' to ending war: Trump
President Donald Trump says the US military has nearly completed the goals it set out to accomplish in its war with Iran and that the conflict will soon be ending.
Households face $55 a week rise in living costs
Households face $55 a week rise in living costs: report
Households face a $55 a week rise in living costs this year partly because of the Middle East conflict, according to ASB economists.
Holiday alcohol restrictions lifted
Holiday alcohol restrictions lifted
The relaxing of alcohol restrictions on public holidays has cleared the last legislative hurdle and will come into force in time for Easter weekend.
NZ signs defence declaration with Cook Islands
NZ signs defence declaration with Cook Islands
New Zealand will resume about $29.8 million in annual funding to the Cook Islands.
Penny Simmonds promoted to Cabinet
Penny Simmonds promoted to Cabinet
Invercargill MP Penny Simmonds has been elevated to Cabinet.
Top exec who paid underage girl for sex named
Top exec who paid underage girl for sex named
A former Auckland executive who was convicted of receiving "commercial sexual services" from a person aged under 18 can now be named.
NASA's crewed rocket lifts off for lunar mission
NASA's crewed rocket lifts off for lunar mission
Four astronauts blasted off from Florida this morning on NASA's Artemis II mission, a high‑stakes 10-day trip around the moon that marks the United States' boldest step yet toward returning humans to the lunar surface this decade
Aussies asked to take public transport, don't stockpile fuel
Aussies asked to take public transport, don't stockpile fuel
Australia's PM has warned economic shocks of the war in the Middle East would be felt for months and encouraged citizens to take public transport in a rare address to the nation.
Cigarette concerns after vape study
Cigarette concerns after vape study
While vapes may cause cancer - as a recent Australian review of evidence concluded - they remain a far less dangerous vice than traditional cigarettes, a local anti-smoking lobby group says.
Free laundry service new point of connection
Free laundry service new point of connection
A free laundry service will offer a new point of connection for people experiencing hardship across Dunedin, an organiser says.
Outreach service options on table
Outreach service options on table
The Dunedin City Council will consider options on a homeless outreach service at a closed-door meeting today.
Putting a smile on your face
Putting a smile on your face
Laughter Yoga participants (from left) Michelle Gillanders, Charlotte Manley, 13, Rhonda Young, Clara-Jade Gillanders, 9, John Gillanders, Nicky Tāmati and Heather Hay at All Saints Anglican Hall...
Pharmacist wins award for lifetime efforts
Pharmacist wins award for lifetime efforts
Playing crucial roles in the development of Samoa’s healthcare and education systems has earned a ‘‘trailblazing’’ University of Otago alumnus a major award in recognition of his lifetime...
Bigger procession, two-session format for this year’s midwinter carnival
Bigger procession, two-session format for this year’s midwinter carnival
The Dunedin Midwinter Carnival is back for another year with a new format and a bigger procession set to be staged.
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Don’t ‘lie’: claim cuts not over fuel
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Don’t ‘lie’: claim cuts not over fuel
A home care service has denied cutting visits over fuel prices, a comment rubbished by one Dunedin client.
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Ong to be offered help with pitch
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Ong to be offered help with pitch
Dunedin City Council staff are to talk with Cr Benedict Ong after Easter about how they may support a presentation from him about debt financing.
Murderer’s lies reveal ‘arrogance’
Murderer’s lies reveal ‘arrogance’
A Dunedin man has been jailed for life for the killing of his ex-employee, but the reason for his frenzied attack may never be known.
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'Deadliest hedge' inspires new guidebook
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'Deadliest hedge' inspires new guidebook
If you are an arborist or topiary enthusiast, this might send you over the hedge.
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Trucking firms fear having to shed staff
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Trucking firms fear having to shed staff
An Otago transport company owner says it may only be a few months before he has to start reducing drivers’ hours, or, worst-case scenario, start laying staff off, if diesel prices continue to soar.
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Depot asbestos contamination ‘no secret’
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Depot asbestos contamination ‘no secret’
Workers were warned not to go into parts of a bus depot which homeless people were sleeping in, due to health and safety concerns over asbestos, the Otago Daily Times can reveal.