Concerns for Otakou water
Concerns for Otakou water
Testing has revealed nitrate-nitrogen levels in Ōtākou marae’s drinking water are exceeding national regulations and putting the health of families at risk.
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School block naming an ‘honour’
School block naming an ‘honour’
If you teach at a school for long enough, colleagues start to give you a ribbing and tell you "you’re part of the furniture".
Indian driver crashes in Otago Rally practice run
Indian driver crashes in Otago Rally practice run
Rally driver Gaurav Gill ended up skidding off a forestry road during a practice session for the 2024 Central Machine Hire Otago Rally.
Rally driver crashes in practice run
Rally driver crashes in practice run
Maybe he came in a little hot on turn 12, maybe it was just bad luck.
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Commissioner for South Dunedin school
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Commissioner for South Dunedin school
A South Dunedin primary school is now under the control of a Ministry of Education-appointed commissioner.
Biofuel seen as way to boost NZ’s resilience vs catastrophes
Biofuel seen as way to boost NZ’s resilience vs catastrophes
Biofuel may hold the key to New Zealand’s survival following a nuclear winter, a massive volcanic eruption, an extreme pandemic or other global catastrophe.
Liquor licence bid raises concerns
Liquor licence bid raises concerns
Questions have been raised about who is actually in control of a Mornington restaurant, after its owner applied for the renewal of its alcohol licence.
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Wintry blast hoped to ease drought woes
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Wintry blast hoped to ease drought woes
Farmers in drought-stricken areas of Otago are rubbing their hands together as a three-day wintry blast heads our way with heavy rain, sleet and possibly a bit of snow.
Wanted man hid under blanket
Wanted man hid under blanket
Blankets are great for covering a multitude of sins on the back seat of a car such as baby food and muddy dog paw prints.
Minor injuries for elderly couple in Taieri crash
Minor injuries for elderly couple in Taieri crash
An elderly couple were fortunate to escape with minor injuries following a major crash on the Taieri at the weekend.
Wanted man found under back seat blanket
Wanted man found under back seat blanket
Blankets are great for covering a multitude of sins on the back seat of a car - but generally not so good for hiding people from police.
Prehistoric dolphin finally given a name
Prehistoric dolphin finally given a name
A prehistoric dolphin fossil, found in the Hakataramea Valley, has now been officially named after many years of study by University of Otago researchers.
Pop-up a dark-themed ‘high-concept wonderland’
Pop-up a dark-themed ‘high-concept wonderland’
Calling a high-fashion clothing store "Awful Things" may sound like the worst hook to lure fashionistas.
Weather a mixed bag despite the cold: Niwa
Weather a mixed bag despite the cold: Niwa
Despite New Zealand recording its coldest March in 12 years, Niwa data shows the month was a mixed bag for the southern region.
All revved up for mental health advocacy
All revved up for mental health advocacy
Nothing makes an audience scream more than seeing their favourite celebrities — except seeing them do something potentially life-threatening, like driving a race car.
Motorcyclists in serious crash near Haast
Motorcyclists in serious crash near Haast
Two motorcyclists have been seriously injured following a collision on State Highway 6 near Haast.
Man seriously hurt in Remarkables ski area
Man seriously hurt in Remarkables ski area
A man has been flown to Dunedin Hospital in a serious condition after being injured in the Remarkables ski field area.
Provost resigns after 9 years
Provost resigns after 9 years
Ken Hodge has taken no joy from getting Otago Uni students excluded, but by the same token, has taken great satisfaction in the sense that his actions have kept other students safe on campus.
Guidelines for use of remains published
Guidelines for use of remains published
Recent public scandals surrounding the use of human remains by museums and private institutions has forced scholars to confront the ethical and moral concerns associated with these collections.
Sailor making waves on the web
Sailor making waves on the web
Traditionally, large yacht owners travel the world, living in another league where money is plentiful.