John Gibb

Single internet site for civil defence

Single internet site for civil defence

A new internet site, launched this week, is aimed at raising civil defence awareness in Otago, and to become a crucial tool to help individual people and community groups prepare for an emergency.

World 'run by bugs': Kleinpaste

Ecological consultant Ruud Kleinpaste champions the value of ``our wonderful lice species'' at...

World 'run by bugs': Kleinpaste

Ecological consultant and champion of bugs, Ruud Kleinpaste was in his element at a Coastal Otago Conservation Week Celebration in Dunedin last night.

$12m for Otago researchers

A smart new approach to delivering drugs within the brain is one of six University of Otago research projects that have just been boosted by $12 million from the Government's Endeavour Fund.

N Korea sanctions ineffective: professor

Canadian geographer Associate Prof Bob Huish discusses North Korea. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

N Korea sanctions ineffective: professor

Current sanctions against North Korea have been ``futile'' and ineffective, but universities and citizens in other countries can do more to raise awareness of efforts to achieve internal change.

Prof Ruru shedding her 'unease'

Prof Jacinta Ruru speaking yesterday. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

Prof Ruru shedding her 'unease'

Prof Jacinta Ruru yesterday recalled finding the study of law ``both shocking and fascinating''.

Roundabout way to park and ride trial

Roundabout way to park and ride trial

The Queenstown Lakes District Council hopes to have a park and ride trial under way by Christmas, despite the Otago Regional Council saying "complex issues" must be worked through first.

Awards go to leading academics

Leading University of Otago academics Prof Antony Braithwaite, Associate Prof Guy Jameson and Emerita Prof Jean Fleming yesterday received three of four national awards, recognising their...

Otago rabbit numbers set to explode

Otago regional councillor Gary Kelliher yesterday warned rabbits were ''going to explode'' in Central Otago this year after three successive dry winters.

Council research into didymo urged

Otago regional councillor Michael Deaker yesterday queried aspects of New Zealand's apparent status as the ''global authority on didymo'', given big limitations on what was actually known about the...

Innovative Braille art gift to wife

Dunedin resident Julie Woods, also known as That Blind Woman, explores a blood-red tactile art...

Innovative Braille art gift to wife

Dunedin resident Julie Woods, also known as That Blind Woman, says it is ''wonderful'' and ''very humbling'' to have inspired her husband Ron Esplin's innovative Braille art.

Tustin succeeds Norris at St Margaret's

Former University of Otago academic teacher Dr Charles Tustin will become the next master of St...

Tustin succeeds Norris at St Margaret's

Former University of Otago academic teacher and senior administrator Charles Tustin has been appointed the new master of St Margaret's College.

Brakes put on didymo's spread

The spread of didymo (rock snot) in Otago rivers and lakes has ''slowed significantly'' since a preventive programme was adopted by the Otago Regional Council.

Cattle may have fallen to beach

Cliffs are back in the spotlight, when it comes to explaining the origin of cattle recently found dead on Dunedin beaches.

Women have come a long way but ...

The audience listen as University of Otago historian Prof Barbara Brookes gives the annual Dame Dorothy Fraser Lecture in Dunedin last night. Photos By Peter McIntosh.

Women have come a long way but ...

Historical development is more complex than simply uniform improvement, and big inequalities still linger in the care-giving sector.

Grant for development of gel technology

Stephen Moratti displays a smart stretchable gel that could allow the controlled release of drugs...

$81,000 granted for development of gel technology

University of Otago Associate Prof Stephen Moratti has been granted $81,309 to develop new gel technology to achieve controlled drug release, including after surgery.

Bus users meet to discuss issues

Dunedin bus users group co-presidents Alex King (left, at top of table) and Peter Dowden (right...

Bus users meet to discuss issues

Frequency of meetings and barriers making it hard for some people to use Go Cards were among several topics highlighted at a public meeting organised by the Dunedin bus users group yesterday.

Dead cattle at beach mystery deepens

Mystery of dead cattle at beach deepens

The Otago Regional Council says it is unable to shed any light on a recent spate of dead cows washing up on Dunedin beaches.

Audience treated to Malaysian culture

The long, flowing sleeves of Chinese dance performers make a strong impression. Photos: Gregor...

Audience treated to Malaysian culture

A lively and colourful cultural show, organised by the Otago Malaysian Students’ Association at the weekend, connected strongly with the audience at the packed venue.

Club holds ball to mark anniversary

Dancers enjoy themselves at the South Dunedin Dance Club’s 20th Anniversary Ball on Saturday....

Club holds ball to mark anniversary

Months of planning proved their worth at a lively ball on Saturday, celebrating the South Dunedin Dance Club’s 20th anniversary.

Land Rover club celebrates 25 years

Chris Cockburn’s 1984 Hilux utility is put through its paces at a Land Rover Owners’ Club Otago...

Land Rover club celebrates 25 years

Drivers and other participants ran into plenty of mud, fun and emotion during the Land Rover Owners’ Club Otago 50th birthday celebrations at the weekend.

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