Ferry steering problem investigated
KiwiRail is investigating an Interislander ferry steering problem that saw passengers stuck on board for more than six hours.
Suspicious crash sparks homicide inquiry
Suspicious crash sparks homicide inquiry
A homicide investigation is under way after a man's death in Rotorua.
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Apology to pregnant woman who waited six hours in ED in pain
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Apology to pregnant woman who waited six hours in ED in pain
Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora (HNZ) has apologised after a pregnant woman in significant pain had to wait for more than six hours for treatment at Dunedin Hospital’s emergency department.
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Never too old to learn
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Ex-teacher university’s oldest PhD graduate
Peter Duncan is living proof that there is no age limit on curiosity and that the mind never really retires.
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HNZ to meet embattled OHL board
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HNZ to meet embattled OHL board
An embattled Dunedin health and social service has fronted Health New Zealand officials for crisis talks this week.
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Delay over Enterprise Dunedin disappoints
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Delay over Enterprise Dunedin disappoints
Delayed decision-making about the future of Enterprise Dunedin has annoyed a former city councillor.
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Governance structure changes criticised
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Governance structure changes criticised
Adjustments to the Dunedin City Council governance structure to accommodate Cr Lee Vandervis did not delight all of his colleagues.
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Life ‘non-stop’ since artist’s work went viral
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Life ‘non-stop’ since artist’s work went viral
A simple, soft and gentle sketch that illustrated a moment of empathy after one of New Zealand’s most horrific attacks propelled a Dunedin artist’s career to new heights.
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Decision to restrict kava use riles
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Decision to restrict kava use riles
A decision to temporarily restrict the use of kava on the University of Otago’s Dunedin campus has drawn the ire of some staff.
University announces professorial promotions
University announces professorial promotions
The University of Otago has promoted 26 of its academics to the position of professor, and a further six have been promoted to the positions of research professor and clinical research professor.
Firefighters to make do as negotiations pause for holiday period
Firefighters to make do as negotiations pause for holiday period
As Christmas looms, discussions between the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) and Fire and Emergency New Zealand have been paused.
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Change to RMA ‘could kill venues’
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Change to RMA ‘could kill venues’
Changes to the law around noise complaints could lead "to the death of live music in New Zealand" and put Dunedin venues at higher risk of closure, an advocate says.
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Bloom well worth the 22-year wait: owner
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Bloom well worth the 22-year wait: owner
It was touch and go, but an agave is about to have its day in the sun.
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No penalty for boat protest stunt
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No penalty for boat protest stunt
A former Otago Regional Council candidate known as Slime the Nitrate Monster has avoided any penalty for a protest stunt.
Octagon drop-offs to increase
Octagon drop-offs to increase
More cruise ship passengers will be dropped off in the Octagon.
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Gang member who raped woman fails in parole bid
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Gang member who raped woman fails in parole bid
A Dunedin gang member who forced his way into a woman’s home and raped her has had another parole bid declined.
Parking plan post dollar store demolition
Parking plan post dollar store demolition
Demolition work at 121 Great King St, which used to be the premises of the recently closed "This ‘n’ That" store, has begun.
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After-hours care at risk: GP
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After-hours care at risk: GP
A general practice in Dunedin cutting back its after-hours’ service in the wake of a government shake-up says others will probably follow.
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Murderer’s lies no match for evidence
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Murderer’s lies no match for convincing and scientific evidence
A Dunedin man was found guilty in the High Court at Dunedin last week of murdering his ex-employee. Rob Kidd looks at how police built an overwhelming case against him and how the defendant’s lies...
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Encouragement and direction lead to winning performance
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Encouragement and direction lead to winning performance
When Sonya Woodrow tried playing bowls, she was assured she had ability.