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    John Barsby, at home in Dunedin. Photo: supplied

    Obituary: Barsby let deeds match words

    The Roman poet Ovid wrote "Let others praise ancient times; I am glad I was born in these".

    New suspected hantavirus cases found

    Demonstrators in Santa Cruz de Tenerife attend a protest against the arrival of hantavirus cruise...

    New suspected hantavirus cases found

    Two new suspected cases of hantavirus have been reported: one in Spain, the other on a remote South Atlantic island, as experts race to contain an outbreak that began on a luxury cruise ship.

    Starmer vows to fight on as Labour punished in polls

    Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and wife Victoria. Photo: Reuters

    Starmer vows to fight on as Labour punished in polls

    Britain's PM has vowed to stay in office to "deliver change" after his Labour Party suffered heavy losses in English local elections and parliamentary votes in Scotland and Wales.

    Police staffer still being investigated over bullying claim

    Photo: Getty Images

    Police staffer still being investigated over bullying claim

    Police Commissioner Richard Chambers previously set an expectation that employment matters be resolved within 60 days.

    Ute stuck in Canterbury river

    Photo: file

    Ute stuck in Canterbury river

    Rescue teams are working to free a vehicle in a river near Christchurch following bad weather. 

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    ‘Really proud’ at bittersweet graduation

    Leigh Albert’s graduation from the University of Otago today is expected to be ‘‘bittersweet’’....

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    ‘Really proud’ at bittersweet graduation

    ‘‘After my partner’s accident, I thought nothing else can hurt me, so I’ve got nothing to lose by trying.’’

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    Store owner accuses police of ‘bully’ tactics

    An off-licence renewal application for Caversham Liquor has been opposed by police. PHOTO: PETER...

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    Store owner accuses police of ‘bully’ tactics

    A Dunedin bottle store owner has accused police of bullying and using ‘‘pressure tactics’’ in their bid to oppose its liquor licence.

    City thrives in nature competition

    Otto Hyink with a photograph taken at the Woodhaugh Gardens entrance of a fungi which is...

    City thrives in nature competition

    A dedicated beekeeper’s passion for mushrooms has catapulted Dunedin past Auckland in a friendly nature competition.

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    Man avoids conviction following ‘vile’ attack

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    Man avoids conviction following ‘vile’ attack

    A Dunedin youth support worker has avoided a conviction after punching a stranger in the face, nearly causing him to go blind.

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    Large sum found after death

    Bonus Bonds investors are due to receive a share of the $870 million remaining in the scheme....

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    Large sum found after death

    A drug-dealer found dead in a Dunedin motel room had more than $30,000 with him at the time.

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    Surfing siblings to take on world

    Dunedin siblings Alexis Owen and Zara Owen will be representing New Zealand in El Salvador for...

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    Surfing siblings to take on world

    A pair of Dunedin siblings will represent New Zealand on the world stage at an international surfing competition in El Salvador.

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    Paid parking changes net DCC $121k

    PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Paid parking changes net DCC $121k

    The Dunedin City Council has raked in more than $120,000 in Sunday parking revenue six months since the policy came into force.

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    DCC lead stance prompts debate

    Council by-election candidate and former city councillor Andrew Whiley. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    DCC lead stance prompts debate

    The Dunedin City Council’s controversial stance about redevelopment and residual lead in soil prompted a lot of discussion among government officials and advisers.

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    Manager thrilled to dive into role

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    Manager thrilled to dive into role

    After 20 years away from Dunedin, the city’s new pools manager is thrilled to dive headfirst into his role.

    Preparing for pool bulkhead’s return

    PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

    Preparing for pool bulkhead’s return

    Workers at Moana Pool prepare to hoist the main pool’s bulkhead back into the water yesterday morning.

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    Candidates back Port Chalmers area revival

    Duncan Eddy. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Candidates back Port Chalmers area revival

    Plans to revive an abandoned area in Port Chalmers once slated for state housing has the approval of most Dunedin City by-election candidates.

    Exhibition to mark milestone

    Artsenta director Paul McLellan-Smith is seeking interest from artists to mark the gallery’s 40th...

    Exhibition to mark milestone

    Non-profit art studio Artsenta is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a community art exhibition at the Otago Museum.

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    Minister bullish about reform

    Minister Tama Potaka. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Minister bullish about reform

    The conservation minister is bullish about proposed changes to an ‘‘outdated and slow system’’ and has hit out at the wilding pine debacle.

    Mothers going without to feed children: study

    Ioanna Katiforis. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Mothers going without to feed children: study

    In a bid to avoid anaemia, chronic illness and developmental delays in their infants, New Zealand mothers are going to great lengths to ensure their children are fed well — often at the expense of...

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    Celebrating Attenborough’s 100th

    University of Otago zoology and ancient ecologist Associate Prof Nic Rawlence is looking forward...

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    Celebrating Attenborough’s 100th

    Only a true fan still has ‘‘tired, worn-out old VHS tapes’’ featuring their hero.
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