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    Adam Brook was sentenced to two years and three months' imprisonment on charges of unlawful...

    '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

    Protesters gather outside the Capitol building in Washington DC ahead of speeches for nationwide ...

    '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

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    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

    Disgraced former congressman George Santos in 2024. Photo: Getty Images

    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

    Nataria Moore with her father Neville Thomson who died in a dog attack in Panguru in August 2022....

    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. Photo: Getty Images

    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

    Benedict Ong. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

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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

    PHOTO: NZR/MICHAEL THOMAS

    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

    Indiana de Blecourt, 2, helps her firefighter father Craig de Blecourt spread the message during...

    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

    Tūhura Otago Museum humanities assistant collections manager Merryn Chynoweth holds up a walking...

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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

    PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

    Time out for toothfish vessel

    The Australian longline fishing vessel Antarctic Aurora yesterday returned to Dunedin after a night at sea.

    Unlicensed driver injured

    Photo: NZ Herald/file

    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

    Rosalind Manowitz is set to perform at the Buskers Festival Ōtepoti today. Photo: Gregor...

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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

    2025 Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi Laureate Bill Direen. Photo: Sandra Bianciardi

    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

    Inch Bar duty manager Violetta Gerbersgagen pours a glass of Emerson's Pilsner last night, after...

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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

    Dunedin dance pioneer Shona Dunlop MacTavish dancing as Cain in Cain and Abel, Sydney, 1940....

    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

    A Mosgiel pin oak tree poses an urgent risk to people and property, the owners say. PHOTO:...

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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 changes are planned for the Esplanade in St Clair. Photo: ODT files

    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.

    Bethunes Gully sign back next week

    Photo: Gregor Richardson

    Bethunes Gully sign back next week

    A sign above the entrance of Bethunes Gully in North Dunedin will be back in place by the end of next week.
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