New sanctions to help beneficiaries find jobs - minister
Social Development Minister Louise Upston says the two new sanctions being introduced for beneficiaries are practical and will help improve their chances of finding a job.
'Your actions destroyed my teenage years'
'Your actions destroyed my teenage years'
A young Canterbury woman has addressed an older man who sexually violated her, telling him through tears how his actions continue to haunt her.
'No Kings': Massive anti-Trump protests sweep US
'No Kings': Massive anti-Trump protests sweep US
Crowds massed across the US for more than 2,600 planned "No Kings" protests on Saturday against what participants view as President Donald Trump's autocratic tendencies and anti-democratic actions.
Final results released for ORC election
Final results released for ORC election
Final election results for the Otago Regional Council show no change from preliminary results released earlier in the week.
Trump orders immediate release of disgraced former congressman
Trump orders immediate release of disgraced former congressman
President Donald Trump has commuted the more than seven-year prison sentence of former US Representative George Santos for fraud and identity theft, ordering his immediate release.
Man jailed for first dog‑attack manslaughter in NZ
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.
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.
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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
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
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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
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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
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
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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
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
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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 restrictions in place at St Clair
Parking restrictions in St Clair have come into effect just as the weather gets warmer.
Principal leaving role after 11 years
Principal leaving role after 11 years
A Dunedin secondary school principal has resigned after 11 years at the helm.