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Research offers seeds of hope for natural regeneration
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Research offers seeds of hope for natural regeneration
What are they — coffee beans, chocolate buttons or sheep poo?
John Lewis
Otago University develops seed pods for conservation
Otago University develops seed pods for conservation
What are they — coffee beans, chocolate buttons or sheep poo?
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Ronald McDonald House coming to Dunedin
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Ronald McDonald House coming to Dunedin
After meeting resistance from health authorities in 2017 - and a 12,000 signature petition in support - Ronald McDonald House is coming to Dunedin.
No major disruptions expected during talks
No major disruptions expected during talks
Despite Dunedin bus drivers taking time out to discuss a fair payment agreement today, union organisers and the Otago Regional Council are not expecting any major disruptions to the bus schedules.
More timely cataract surgeries called for
More timely cataract surgeries called for
Recent United States research shows cataract surgery reduces the risk of dementia by 30% for 10 years after the operation.
Drunk man found asleep in wrong motel room
Drunk man found asleep in wrong motel room
A 32-year-old man has found himself in hot water again, soon after being released from prison.
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Rules go against ‘good farmers’ finds research
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Rules go against ‘good farmers’ finds research
Federated Farmers has applauded new University of Otago research which shows the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management is causing major tension for Otago farmers.
Wheat gluten causes inflammation in mice
Wheat gluten causes inflammation in mice
For those who love their carbs, look away now.
Position will ‘expand’ virus study
Position will ‘expand’ virus study
A scientist at the forefront of the world’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic has been appointed to a major research role at the University of Otago.
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Exhibition to offer sight for homesick eyes
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Exhibition to offer sight for homesick eyes
They say colour is a power which directly influences the soul.
Rug up - another cold front hitting South Island
Rug up - another cold front hitting South Island
Another cold snap is sending shivers through the South, set to bring snow for all alpine passes in the South Island. It'll be chilly few days in Dunedin, as maximum temperatures won't reach double digits until Friday.
More wintry weather on way
More wintry weather on way
More cold, blustery and snowy weather is on the way next week. Dunedin's hills may get another dusting and warnings have been issued for alpine roads in the South.
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Overseas injury claims rising
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Overseas injury claims rising
As hundreds of southerners swap their winter coats for some cossies and a hot overseas beach holiday, this is the prime time of year for vacation-ruining accidents.
Calls for cancer treatment aftercare to become recognised step of regimen
Calls for cancer treatment aftercare to become recognised step of regimen
University of Otago cancer researchers are calling for "post-cancer treatment care" to be established as a distinct phase of the cancer care journey.
Pattern of symptoms linked to PTSD
Pattern of symptoms linked to PTSD
More than one "medically unexplained symptom" not fitting within a specific medical diagnosis, may be identifiers of a person with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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‘High’ avalanche risk as snowfall varies
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‘High’ avalanche risk as snowfall varies
"Extremely variable" snowfall amounts during July is causing "high" avalanche danger in the Southern Lakes region, and snow enthusiasts are now being urged to avoid back-country areas.
Closer transtasman ties urged
Closer transtasman ties urged
With China increasing its presence in the South Pacific, the New Zealand and Australian governments are being urged to work closer together to protect their economic interests and security.
City has warmest July since records began
City has warmest July since records began
Given all the rain and snow we have had over the past month, it may be difficult for some to believe Dunedin has just had its warmest July on record.
Fire at Pareora meat processing plant contained
Fire at Pareora meat processing plant contained
Firefighters have managed to contain a fire at a large meat processing plant at Pareora, south of Timaru.
Firefighters contain blaze at meat processing plant
Firefighters contain blaze at meat processing plant
Firefighters have managed to contain a fire at a large meat processing plant at Pareora, south of Timaru.