‘New and classic’ DVDs, CDs on offer
People who hire DVDs from Dunedin Public Libraries are keen on detective stories, murder mysteries and ‘‘Scandi noir’’, figures show.
Brenda Harwood
Tonnes of good cheer for town hall dinner
Tonnes of good cheer for town hall dinner
A giant Christmas tree and festive tables are taking shape at the Dunedin Town Hall, as final preparations are made for the Dunedin Community Christmas Dinner.
Mini cakes for Meals on Wheels
Mini cakes for Meals on Wheels
A little bit of extra Christmas cheer will be delivered to Meals on Wheels recipients across greater Dunedin, Balclutha and Cromwell this festive season.
Volunteer support acknowledged
RSA acknowledges volunteer support
The vital support of volunteers in supporting the city’s veterans and remembrance events was celebrated at last week’s Dunedin RSA Christmas morning tea.
Valley Project builds community
Valley Project builds community
The Valley Project has been working to build and support the aspirations of the North East Valley community for the past 10 years.
New fishing jetty proving alluring
New fishing jetty proving alluring
The new Boiler Point fishing jetty in Careys Bay is already proving popular with anglers, a month after it was installed by Port Otago.
Christmas money goes to wildlife hospital
Christmas money goes to wildlife hospital
Dunedin’s Newton family witnessed a special event at Woodhaugh Gardens on Sunday - the release of a rehabilitated kereru.
Children’s book addresses fear of public speaking
Children’s book addresses fear of public speaking
The wish to help children overcome the fear of public speaking was the inspiration for a new children’s book by a Dunedin-based author and illustrator team.
‘Please don’t swamp us'
Residents frustrated with freedom campers
The proliferation of freedom camping spots at roadside lay-bys and reserves at Brighton and Taieri Mouth is straining the tolerance of the local community.
Boulders blocking grass access - ‘abomination’
Boulders blocking grass access - ‘abomination’
The abrupt appearance of a row of boulders at Long Beach Domain, blocking vehicle access to a popular grassed area, has upset local residents.
Mosgiel folk welcome at city’s Xmas lunch
Mosgiel folk welcome at city’s Xmas lunch
Organisers of the giant annual Dunedin Community Christmas Dinner at Dunedin Town Hall will open their hearts to people from across the city, including Mosgiel residents.
Accident, ‘near misses’ spur plea from riders
Accident, ‘near misses’ spur plea from riders
A recent accident and a spate of ‘‘near misses’’ have prompted local horse riders to call for drivers to take more care when passing horses on country roads around Dunedin.
Hanover Hall to host theatre awards
Hanover Hall to host theatre awards
Dunedin’s theatre community will celebrate the year’s achievements and most exciting moments at Monday’s 10th annual Dunedin Theatre Awards.
Choir director retiring after 19 years
Choir director retiring after 19 years
Musical director Richard Madden will miss the camaraderie and sheer love of singing of the Royal Dunedin Male Choir when he steps down after Monday’s concert.
Church decision 'brings relief'
Church decision 'brings relief'
Prominent city landmark the Highgate Presbyterian Church has been saved from demolition — for now.
Christmas tree adorned with care
Christmas tree adorned with care
The spectacular Christmas tree in the Regent Theatre foyer has special significance this year.
School traffic safety team members hailed as heroes
School traffic safety team members hailed as heroes
A noisy, enthusiastic orange tide swept along George St and into the Octagon yesterday, as 900 children were hailed as traffic safety heroes.
Keeping track of the twins
Keeping track of the twins
Dunedin twins Elijah and Isaiah Hakai (5) are busy, clever and very keen to get out and explore.
Vaping concerns spur call for community feedback
Vaping concerns spur call for community feedback
With concern growing among health organisations about the potential harmful effects of vaping, the Cancer Society is calling for feedback from the community on the issue.
Practice nurse advises vaccination for students
Practice nurse advises vaccination for students
As families across New Zealand mark the end of the school year and begin preparations for sending their young adults to university, health experts are urging them to consider an extra health...