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'Much-loved' Rory mauled to death by other dog

A family dog has been mauled to death on a popular riverside walkway and the dog responsible is yet to be caught.
Pike River campaigners say bill risks another disaster

Two of NZ's best known workplace safety advocates are heading to Wellington in the hopes of persuading politicians to reject legislation they say risks a workplace disaster.

Person airlifted to Christchurch Hospital as vehicle 'jack-knifes' on Dunedin motorway

Person airlifted to Christchurch Hospital as vehicle 'jack-knifes' on Dunedin motorway

One person has been airlifted to Christchurch Hospital in a serious condition following a crash on Dunedin's Southern Motorway this afternoon.
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‘Several breaches’ spark call for reform

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‘Several breaches’ spark call for reform

A year after major reforms were introduced to reduce youth vaping, new research shows it is having a ‘‘limited impact’’ in New Zealand and researchers have called for further legislation to tighten...
No conviction for high profile sportsman with drink driving charge

No conviction for high profile sportsman with drink driving charge

A high-profile former sportsperson has been discharged without conviction following a charge of driving with excess blood alcohol.

dunedin

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Nurses voice concern over Wakari ward works

Nurses in Wakari Hospital’s ward 9a are wondering what the purpose of the upgrades will be if patients are not shifted back there.

Rapist gang member denied parole again

Rapist gang member denied parole again

A Dunedin gang member who forced his way into a house to commit a rape has been declined parole for the fifth time.
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Expert 'very sceptical' as Israeli firm tests carbon removal off Dunedin coast

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Expert 'very sceptical' as Israeli firm tests carbon removal off Dunedin coast

An Israeli technology startup wants to tackle climate change — and 200km off the coast of Dunedin is ground zero.
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An almost-win for avid readers

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An almost-win for avid readers

They were so close, they could almost grasp the prize.

regions

'Real concern' if landslide tsumani hits Milford Sound

MPs have been told the very low rate of survival estimated if a landslide tsunami hits Milford Sound remains the case but the chase is on to improve understanding of the risks.

Pike River campaigners say bill risks another disaster

Pike River campaigners say bill risks another disaster

Two of NZ's best known workplace safety advocates are heading to Wellington in the hopes of persuading politicians to reject legislation they say risks a workplace disaster.
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Filipino twist for pie rates highly

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Filipino twist for pie rates highly

Fried banana, quail eggs and rice have taken the humble mince pie to new heights for one Invercargill baker.
Bid for airport private investment to secure council asset

Bid for airport private investment to secure council asset

Proposals to help a struggling Fiordland airport take flight will be evaluated by a regional development agency in the coming weeks.

National

Briefings sent to Parliament repeatedly raised the financial risks of the new pay equity...

Beehive could be vacated for 18 months, 'a lot of work' needed

The Beehive could be vacated for refurbishments, with Parliament's Speaker saying a decision on repairs to the executive wing would probably be made in the next Parliamentary term.

'Cats do monstrous amounts of damage': ownership rules reassessed

'Cats do monstrous amounts of damage': ownership rules reassessed

A conservation group looking to bring native birds back to a Canterbury town have welcomed council plans for expanded rules around cat ownership.
Using AI for benefit decisions a 'no-brainer': govt officials

Using AI for benefit decisions a 'no-brainer': govt officials

Government officials have defended using automated tools to make some decisions about people's benefits, saying it's a "no-brainer".
Officer uses axe to rescue driver in submerged car

Officer uses axe to rescue driver in submerged car

A police officer used an axe to smash a window and rescue a driver in a car that was being pulled under water in Auckland's Okahu Bay earlier this week.

sport

Marko Arnautovic celebrates with Austrian team-mates after scoring their third goal during their...

Own goal propels Austria towards victory

An own goal off a corner kick in the 76th minute broke a tie and Austria went on to defeat Jordan 3-1 in a World Cup Group J match today in Santa Clara.

Messi equals goals record after hat-trick in opening win

Messi equals goals record after hat-trick in opening win

Lionel Messi became the first player to feature in six World Cups and marked the occasion with a hat-trick to tie the all-time World Cup goals record.
Steeling themselves for Glasgow

Steeling themselves for Glasgow

Silver Fern sisters Kate and Georgia Heffernan have punched their tickets to the Commonwealth Games.
Shield stays put in messy fashion

Shield stays put in messy fashion

The Ranfurly Shield is staying put.

Food & Wine

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Potato, leek and dill soup
Pies with purpose
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Slow-cooked fare for momentous occasions
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Pinot gris an accomplished European, global traveller

Business

Scott Technology's automated modular solution (AMS) prep line. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

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New mining tech market ‘disruptor’

Mining technology developed by a Dunedin robotics company for use in an international commercial laboratory will be ‘‘transformational’’ for the company, it says.

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Fuel prices on their way down - slowly

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Fuel prices on their way down - slowly

Petrol prices are on the slide, but it will be a while before they drop to the level they were before the Middle East conflict blew up.
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Calder Stewart invests $110m in solar

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Calder Stewart invests $110m in solar

Calder Stewart is about to put $110 million of rooftop solar and battery storage into its vast estate of industrial properties.
Qantas to announce route for world's longest non-stop flight

Qantas to announce route for world's longest non-stop flight

Qantas Airways is set to unveil the first destination for the world's longest non-stop flights from eastern Australia to London or New York.

Rural Life

Earnscleugh Station High Country Genetics co-owner Duncan Campbell sold Hereford bull Earnscleugh...

$65,000 Hereford bull sets stud record

A $65,000 Hereford bull is a smoking gun, proof the beef industry is humming.

Edendale Fonterra site wins top prize

Edendale Fonterra site wins top prize

Edendale being crowned the best Fonterra site in New Zealand is recognition of the hard work of its more than 600 staff and their ability to consistently deliver at scale, its manager says.
Autumn frosts damage trial maize crop

Autumn frosts damage trial maize crop

A call is out for southern maize growers to explain how seasonal conditions influence production and crop performance.
Merino fleece results

Merino fleece results

Results of the 2026 Nikke Child Cancer fleece competition in Alexandra on Friday.

Life & style

Pip Steel loves seeing her collection of Japanese Boro textiles on display. PHOTOS: CRAIG BAXTER

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Textiles hold lessons for today

While Japanese boro textiles are ancient and timeworn they are still relevant in today’s world of fast fashion, collector Pip Steel tells Rebecca Fox.

A caffeinated approach to change

A caffeinated approach to change

Stimulating the change we need to see will be easier with the government on board.
Embracing technology, not fearing it as we age

Embracing technology, not fearing it as we age

"Technostress" is causing older people to feel shut out by the digital world, new research shows. But not for 92-year-old Peter Singh and his top-of-the-line phone.
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Nowhere to run to

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Nowhere to run to

Milford’s spectacular scenery should come with a health warning, Paul Gorman writes.

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

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Gallery curator selected to attend Venice Biennale
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Hodgkins inspires ‘human in the loop’

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Fungus under us
Students find their voice

World

Former minister may challenge Starmer for PM role next week

Britain's former health minister Wes Streeting said he would be prepared to trigger a Labour leadership contest to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister as soon as next week.

Merlin the duck rises to World Cup stardom

Merlin the duck rises to World Cup stardom

A domesticated duck named Merlin, sporting a miniature Mexico shirt and custom duck socks, has waddled his way into the hearts of football fans.
Qantas to announce route for world's longest non-stop flight

Qantas to announce route for world's longest non-stop flight

Qantas Airways is set to unveil the first destination for the world's longest non-stop flights from eastern Australia to London or New York.
More arrests over mistaken-identity kidnapping, death

More arrests over mistaken-identity kidnapping, death

Sydney police have arrested another two young men over the alleged botched kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian.

Given the obfuscations, denials and contradictory statements which have dogged the lead-up to this moment, we would not bet the farm on it, but it appears that peace might finally be about to break...

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Cartoonist’s view — Yeo

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Cartoonist’s view — Yeo

Today's cartoon from Shaun Yeo
The Manuherikia River and the Falls Dam

The Manuherikia River and the Falls Dam

Central Otago needs an economically sound and environmentally sustainable land use system, Phil Murray writes.
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There is more to solving OIA issues than using AI

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There is more to solving OIA issues than using AI

Artificial intelligence help seemed momentarily enticing when I was stomping about effing and blinding about my latest Official Information Act frustration.

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