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Bird works take flight at new gallery

Palmerston artist Zenobia Southcombe holds her bird-inspired prints that will feature in the Pond...

Bird works take flight at new gallery

The beauty of birds in East Otago ecosystems has been the inspiration for Palmerston artist Zenobia Southcombe whose works will feature as part of a new Dunedin pop-up gallery.

Revolving set ‘interesting challenge’ for director

Oamaru Repertory Society show director Andrew Killick sits on the Oamaru Repertory Theatre stage...

Revolving set ‘interesting challenge’ for director

The "escalating chaos on stage and backstage" of the Oamaru Repertory Society’s show Noises Off will be captured perfectly by a revolving set built by the show’s director Andrew Killick.

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Child-molesting snooker champion 'focused on own comfort'

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Child-molesting snooker champion 'focused on own comfort'

A child-molesting national snooker champion "appears more focused on his own comfort" than the impact on his victim, the Parole Board says.

Fewer people want seat at Southland councils

Voting documents in Southland will include fewer names this time around. Photo: Matthew Rosenberg...

Fewer people want seat at Southland councils

Candidate numbers have dropped off in Southland this election, with one council continuing its struggle to attract female nominees.

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Dog-related kiwi deaths prompt call for change in attitude

A kiwi that was killed by dogs on Stewart Island in recent years. PHOTOS: DOC

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Dog-related kiwi deaths prompt call for change in attitude

Dogs are killing kiwi on Stewart Island/Rakiura, residents claim, and a change in attitude is needed to stop the deaths.

Tourism levy set to aid region

Minister of Conservation Tama Potaka. PHOTO: ODT FILES

Tourism levy set to aid region

The South has won some money via the international visitor levy.

Nobby not impressed at brother’s surprise bid

Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark is not supporting his younger brother's bid for the job. PHOTO: RNZ

Nobby not impressed at brother’s surprise bid

Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark is not backing his brother's attempt to take over his job when he finishes up this election.

Crackdown on campervan drug crimes

Crackdown on campervan drug crimes

An Invercargill man has been charged after a variety of drugs were discovered inside a campervan in a "complex" operation, police say.

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Major rates increase forecast for district

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Major rates increase forecast for district

It is a case of more bad news for Waitaki ratepayers with suggestions big rates rises could be coming sooner and more often than first thought.

Ferrets enlisted in Queenstown rabbit fight

A ferret dressed in a special tracking collar, ready to be sent down a warren. Photo: RNZ / Katie...

Ferrets enlisted in Queenstown rabbit fight

A team of tamed ferrets has been making short work of a long-eared problem in the battle against Queenstown's rampant rabbit population.

Man charged as homicide investigation begins

Man charged as homicide investigation begins

A man has been arrested and charged in relation to a homicide investigation in Westport.

Mayor’s vote seals decision to go with CCO

Queenstown mayor Glyn Lewers. PHOTO: ODT FILES

Mayor’s vote seals decision to go with CCO

A mayoral casting vote was needed to decide how Three Waters services will be delivered in the Queenstown Lakes district.

Flip-flop over standing for QLDC

Flip-flop over standing for QLDC

Having decided to pull the pin on the Queenstown Lakes District Council to seek an Otago Regional Council seat, outspoken former Glenorchy councillor Niki Gladding left it until just three days out...