Dunedin Hospital was forced to postpone 10 surgical procedures yesterday after heavy rain caused flooding in several operating theatres and surrounding areas late on Thursday night.
A new University of Otago study is urging New Zealand schools to provide better rowing uniforms with improved sun protection for pupils competing at regattas.
With one month to go, New Zealand is on track to record its second successive warmest winter on record, after experiencing its warmest June and July since records began in 1909.
Community consultation on the trial Mosgiel-Taieri Safer School Streets project showed support for lower speed limits near schools, but new crossing locations didn't get public endorsement.