The double whammy of Covid-19 and unsettled weather has led to a sharp drop in the number of freedom campers visiting Dunedin sites so far this summer.
After seven years of escaping in their bus for the occasional weekend, recently retired Christchurch couple Allan and Cathy Luchford are loving having the time to explore the country at their leisure.
In the wake of last year’s tumultuous General Election, political researchers are examining attitudes to politics among voters in the Dunedin and Taieri electorates.
Creating a fabulous Christmas dinner for 500-plus people is a huge effort — something akin to a military exercise, but with the added challenge of co-ordinating dozens of volunteers.
Bringing joy to children at Christmas is the inspiration for Green Island man Murray Moore to spend a month creating a festive light display each year.