Shakespeare on at the Globe
Shakespeare on at the Globe
After a four-year hiatus, the Globe Theatre welcomes Shakespeare back to the stage this week with a Bowie-inspired production of As You Like It.
Brenda Harwood
Iconic band topic of book
Iconic band topic of book
The iconic 1970s New Zealand album Space Waltz, and the extraordinary band that created it, are the subject of a new book by Dunedin author, musician and lecturer Dr Ian Chapman.
Brighton pump track proposed
Brighton pump track proposed
Saddle Hill Community Board members were intrigued by a proposal from a local group to establish a community BMX pump track in the Brighton area during their meeting last week.
Still printing after 160 years
Still printing after 160 years
As The Star reaches a milestone of 160 years this month, reporters Brenda Harwood and Simon Henderson delve into the archives.
Clean air approach for cafe
Clean air approach for cafe
For the past year, customers at the popular Heritage Coffee Co in the warehouse precinct have enjoyed clean, fresh air with their food and beverages — inside and out.
Smokefree generation a team effort
Smokefree generation a team effort
New Zealand’s world-leading approach to reaching its Smokefree 2025 goal, and the importance of support and encouragement for those trying to quit, are being highlighted during Smokefree May.
Writing back in author’s sights after pain study
Writing back in author’s sights after pain study
Dunedin's Lynley Hood is "charging ahead" with research for books she plans to write, after taking part in a chronic pain treatment study that had a welcome possible side-effect - the restoration of her sight.
Trust lodges request for Cargill's Castle work
Trust lodges request for Cargill's Castle work
Cargill’s Castle Trust has taken a major step forward in its efforts to preserve the historic castle ruin, lodging a building consent with DCC for stage one of its stabilisation plans.
Writing back in author’s sights after pain study
Writing back in author’s sights after pain study
Dunedin author Dr Lynley Hood is "charging ahead" with research for books she plans to write, after taking part in a chronic pain treatment study that had a surprising and very welcome possible...
Clean air approach for cafe
Clean air approach for cafe
For the past year, customers at the popular Heritage Coffee Co in the warehouse precinct have enjoyed clean, fresh air with their food and beverages — inside and out.
Smokefree generation a team effort
Smokefree generation a team effort
New Zealand’s world-leading approach to reaching its Smokefree 2025 goal, and the importance of support and encouragement for those trying to quit, are being highlighted during Smokefree May.
Still printing after 160 years
Still printing after 160 years
As The Star reaches a milestone of 160 years this month, reporters Brenda Harwood and Simon Henderson delve into the archives.
Energetic ensemble delivers the hits
Energetic ensemble delivers the hits
The smash-hit songs flow thick and fast as the remarkable story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons unfolds in Musical Theatre Dunedin’s production of Jersey Boys.
Environment focus of poster comp
Environment focus of poster comp
The Great Kiwi Poster Competition returns with an invitation for creative people across New Zealand to use art to highlight a range of environmental issues.
The toast of local public speaking head north
The toast of local public speaking head north
Four members of Dunedin Toastmasters Club will travel to Wellington this weekend to represent Otago and Southland in the finals of four public-speaking contests.
Trust lodges request for castle work
Trust lodges request for castle work
Cargill’s Castle Trust has taken a major step forward in its efforts to preserve the historic castle ruin, high on the cliffs above St Clair, lodging a building consent with Dunedin City Council...
Musical extravaganza with big heart
Musical extravaganza with big heart
Dunedin audiences will enjoy the music of international musical phenomenon Jersey Boys when Musical Theatre Dunedin’s production of the award-winning show opens tonight at the Regent...
Artworks on display ahead of opening of awards show
Artworks on display ahead of opening of awards show
Excitement is high at the Otago Art Society galleries in Dunedin Railway Station, where 179 artworks are displayed ahead of the opening of the Cleveland National Art Awards exhibition.
Revamped hall looks ‘great’
Revamped hall looks ‘great’
Patrons at the Mosgiel Coronation Hall can enjoy shows in comfort after a recent project to install new and wider seats in the community hall.
Outdoor activities celebrate 140 years
Outdoor activities celebrate 140 years
Sunny summer gatherings in Canterbury and at Berwick have given southern members of BB New Zealand youth groups (formerly Boys Brigade) a chance to enjoy the outdoors while celebrating 140 years of...