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'Lucky no-one killed' as tornado hits campground

Updated 2.35 pm

The man who rescued someone trapped after what has been described a tornado in Northland says it's lucky no-one died.
Burn victim’s progress ‘mind-blowing’

Life took a bad turn for a young Stewart Island man after he was engulfed by flames from a petrol accident on May 17.

Seymour to withdraw scathing letter to UN

Seymour to withdraw UN letter after rebuke from PM

Regulations Minister David Seymour says he will withdraw a scathing letter to a United Nations official after being given a telling-off by the prime minister.
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Dunedin rugby player shared secret sex video with team-mates

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Dunedin rugby player shared secret sex video with team-mates

A Dunedin rugby player who secretly filmed a woman in a sex act and sent the video to a group of team-mates won't be stood down for this weekend's game.
Cop assaulted in back-to-school Maccas brawl

Cop assaulted in back-to-school Maccas brawl

A 15-year-old girl allegedly assaulted a police officer as a back-to-school brawl between 20 teenagers erupted outside a Dunedin fast food restaurant.

ODT quiz: July 15
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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit
Drivers warned of disruptions across South
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Interesting newcomers in stable squad

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Polytech boss 'deeply disappointed' over change

Otago Polytechnic's leaders are "deeply disappointed" with a new educational model they say will risk its future viability.

Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway

Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway

A Dunedin postie was treated by ambulance officers after being knocked off his motorbike in a Dunedin driveway.
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Flood damage could cost region up to $700m

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Flood damage could cost region up to $700m

Up to $700 million worth of residential property could be in the path of intense flooding when extreme weather hits Otago over the next 35 years.
Leader nuclear ‘red button’ concerns

Leader nuclear ‘red button’ concerns

When it comes to those who have the power to push "the big red button" and start a nuclear war, it has always been hoped that cool heads will prevail.

regions

Councillor ‘risking health’ by ignoring boil water notice

The country's water regulator says a Southland councillor who refuses to boil his tap water could be risking his health.

Queenstown hotelier escapes conviction over illegal crayfish trips

Queenstown hotelier escapes conviction over illegal crayfish trips

A prominent Queenstown hotelier who breached fisheries rules by operating "bucket list" heli-crayfish excursions for high-paying guests has been granted a discharge without conviction.
Woman dies in hospital after crash near Hampden

Woman dies in hospital after crash near Hampden

A woman has died in hospital following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 near Hampden at the weekend.
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Group’s composition, stance on mining company questioned

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Group’s composition, stance on mining company questioned

Claims an Australian mining company was "flying under the radar" in Central Otago were rebutted yesterday and questions were raised about the makeup of the group complaining.

National

KiwiRail says all workers are required to notify their managers or supervisor of any factors...

KiwiRail workers banned from using sleep meds

KiwiRail has banned approximately 2500 of its workers from using melatonin and Zopiclone, citing safety concerns.

Woman accused of killing mum spent $155K on crypto in a year

Woman accused of killing mum spent $155K on crypto in a year

The Crown says murder-accused Julia DeLuney used money from her mother to pay off credit card debt and invest further in crypto-currency.
'Unacceptable': Cannabis cake taken to shared lunch at hospital

'Unacceptable': Cannabis cake taken to shared lunch at hospital

Health Minister Simeon Brown says police are investigating after two staff members at Hawke's Bay Hospital ended up in ED after eating a cannabis cake.
Seymour to withdraw scathing letter to UN

Seymour to withdraw UN letter after rebuke from PM

Regulations Minister David Seymour says he will withdraw a scathing letter to a United Nations official after being given a telling-off by the prime minister.

sport

Australia's rout of Windies threatens NZ's all-time low

Australia have bowled West Indies out for 27 to win the third test, the score only marginally eclipsing the lowest ever test total of 26, made by New Zealand in 1955.

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Interesting newcomers in stable squad

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Interesting newcomers in stable squad

A Fijian, an English Stag, a Magpie, a Dragon, an Eel and a Shark walk into a changing room.
Steel get job done, finish 4th

Steel get job done, finish 4th

You will take a win even if it’s a grind.
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Mixed emotions after Black Sox beaten in final: Watts

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Mixed emotions after Black Sox beaten in final: Watts

The Black Sox regained respect but missed out on returning to the top of the world.

Buttery extravagance
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Super soups to warm the heart
Native ingredients redefine baking
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Breaking out of the box can bring its own rewards

Business

HelloFresh pleads guilty to misleading behaviour

Meal-kit provider HelloFresh has pleaded guilty to misleading behaviour under the Fair Trading Act.

Vital Ltd shareholders considering Tait takeover offer

Vital Ltd shareholders considering Tait takeover offer

Vital Ltd shareholders weighing up a takeover offer by Christchurch communications company Tait International have until August 8 to opt into a share buy-out at the "low end" of an independent...
Another solar farm likely for Canterbury

Another solar farm likely for Canterbury

Genesis is on track to make a final investment decision in the middle of next year to spend $110 million on building another large solar farm in Canterbury.
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Climbing the ladder: from intern to partner

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Climbing the ladder: from intern to partner

He started as an intern.

Rural Life

Pooling together in Poolburn

A sheep and beef finishing unit is developing in Central Otago.

Mystery Car Trial fundraiser a hit

Mystery Car Trial fundraiser a hit

A scavenger hunt in Gore was a smash hit at the weekend, raising more than $1500 for a support group, with organisers thrilled about the success.
Bed shortage to be met by office wing conversion

Bed shortage to be met by office wing conversion

A bed shortage for first-year Lincoln University students is being relieved by converting office and teaching rooms into a new accommodation wing.
Freestall barn a game-changer in West Otago

Freestall barn a game-changer in West Otago

Fairleigh dairy farm owners Ken and Nancy Eade and their son Bruce have been able to better realise the genetic potential of their pedigree herd since installing a freestall barn in West Otago.

Life & style

There are more bikes on the road than cars in Rotterdam. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Rotterdam immensely rewarding

Regardless of whether it is winter or spring, exploration of the Netherlands has consistently proven to be immensely rewarding, Sandip Hor writes.

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Fashionistas flock to market

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Fashionistas flock to market

Restoring the perfect vintage outfit is one part passion and one part cheap vodka, a preloved clothing vendor says.
Good and funny, if not definitive

Good and funny, if not definitive

Former prime minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has a book out that certainly reads like her authentic voice, writes Mike Houlahan.
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On thin ice: Science at the end of the world

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On thin ice: Science at the end of the world

A new documentary following climate scientists to Antarctica, explains the physics of our predicament, Tom McKinlay writes.

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

Second big win for youth choir
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Images that say more

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Estate an artistic escape
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DIY funerals - a big undertaking

The official tally of storm-related deaths across Texas rose to 131 on Monday as authorities warned of yet another round of heavy rains 10 days after a Hill Country flash flood that transformed the...