John Gibb

University of Otago law graduate Oliver Hailes has gained a life-changing $300,000 Woolf Fisher Scholarship to study at Cambridge University in the United Kingdom.

Canadian disability advocate David Lepofsky believes there is growing political backing to pass "accessibility'' legislation in this country.

Familiar characters from Jane Austen’s novels sprang to life during performances by actors from Suitcase Theatre at the Dunedin City Library at the weekend.

University of Otago cello Professional Practice Fellow Heleen Du Plessis made a big impression with pupils at the Rudolf Steiner School in Dunedin, during a cello workshop at the weekend.

A novel University of Otago approach using short bursts of brain stimulation is emerging as a potentially "very promising" way of helping to recover arm and hand function in people who have had...

Award-winning anti-bullying campaigner Ashleigh Smith spoke  at an innovative event at the weekend which could bring a new international audience to several city leaders.

Despite seemingly overwhelming odds, Dr Sami Awad remains ‘‘optimistic’’  a new form of peace can be built between Palestinians and Israelis.

New Zealand’s law governing property rights on death remains ‘‘uncertain and unpredictable’’, after 120 years of ‘‘piecemeal’’ development, Prof Nicola Peart said yesterday.

University of Otago researchers have shown that leaking and mouldy homes might lead to the development of asthma among young children living in them.

When it comes to Dunedin and Otago weather this summer, it could be a case of play it again "Sam".

Massive flooding in July did not stop Dunedin from being the driest main centre this winter.

The University of Otago has maintained its overall position in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings announced today.

A baking sale and related events at the University of Otago's Hunter Centre yesterday proved ''very successful'', raising more than $500 to support the Prostate Cancer Foundation.

New Zealand government social service agencies should be judged not only by their fiscal performance but also by their practical help for the citizens they are required to support.

Otago and Southland people are being urged to come forward to the University of Otago with their stories, photos, and letters about the disastrous World War 1 campaign at Passchendaele.

Recent research on circadian rhythms has highlighted the importance of when food is eaten, not just the amount and type of food consumed.