$160m later, trust looks back
$160m later, trust looks back
The extraordinary contribution of the Otago Community Trust to the development of the Otago region is being highlighted, as the trust celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Brenda Harwood
About 23,000 diagnosed with cancer every year
About 23,000 diagnosed with cancer every year
Cancer Society OtagoSouthland acting chief executive Mark Hamer and his family know first-hand the benefit of having the support of the society’s Supportive Care programme.
Life, landscapes explored in ‘View from the South’
Life, landscapes explored in ‘View from the South’
Southern life and landscapes are explored in a new book of poetry and photographs by poet and novelist Owen Marshall and artistphotographer Grahame Sydney.
Mercy's $3.5m car park opens
Mercy's $3.5m car park opens
Visitors to Mercy Hospital were greeted with smiles and chocolates to celebrate the opening of the facility's new $3.5 million car park.
Spreading 'power of legal knowledge'
Spreading 'power of legal knowledge'
Spreading the "power of legal knowledge'' throughout the community is the aim of Community Law Otago through its Law for Tea sessions.
Night shelter to hold appeal
Night shelter to hold appeal
Dunedin Night Shelter Trust chairman Dr Rob Thomson is sad the city needs a shelter for homeless people, but is "really glad that we do have one''.
Days numbered for Connect South
Days numbered for Connect South
In the aftermath of the recent social sector-wide hui, the board of Connect South is recommending to its members the organisation be wound up.
Drag contest idea 'just snowballed'
Drag contest idea 'just snowballed'
Budding drag queens and kings will be able to strut their stuff, with support from the professionals, in Dunedin's first citywide drag competition.
Internet posts lead to book
Internet posts lead to book
A collaboration stretching across the world has led to the publication of a new book of images by the late Dunedin photographer, historian and collector Hardwicke Knight.
‘Really proud’ of community network’s achievements
‘Really proud’ of community network’s achievements
Looking back on two years of serving the Green Island community, Leanne Stenhouse is proud of making a difference to the lives of local people.
Grant starts hospice year of fundraising
Grant starts hospice year of fundraising
Otago Community Hospice chief executive Ginny Green is on a high after a ‘‘tremendous grant’’ helped to launch a new year of fundraising for the organisation.
Hospice programme offers advice
Hospice programme offers advice
Sound, practical advice for patients, families and carers on managing at home is the focus of the Kowhai Programme at Otago Community Hospice.
Booklet to celebrate history of association
Booklet to celebrate history of association
After 15 months as historian-in-residence at the Otago Pioneer Women’s Memorial Association Hall, Rachael Francis has created a lasting memento of her time with the organisation.
Housing needs call for action
Housing needs call for action
As Dunedin’s housing market grows ever tighter, particularly for vulnerable families and those seeking rental accommodation, a high-level group is looking for solutions.
Transitions held up by lack of housing
Transitions held up by lack of housing
The Methodist Mission’s Youth Transition Home (YTH), which provides housing and support for young people aged 16 to 19, is operating at full capacity.
Plight affecting growing number
Plight affecting growing number
Dunedin’s social agencies are at the coal face of the city’s gathering housing crisis, and say housing is a major issue for a growing number of people.
Recreation trail project scoops award
Recreation trail project scoops award
A five-year labour of love by the Rotary Club of Dunedin won the major award at this week’s Keep Dunedin Beautiful Awards.
Musical celebrates 50-year history
Musical celebrates 50-year history
Fresh from major stage success, Taieri Musical Society is going back to its community roots as it prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary in October.
Shout should show off shed’s sharp shape-up
Shout should show off shed’s sharp shape-up
With the three giant shipping containers that will anchor its structure in place, the Green Island Shed is taking shape.
Liquor bid withdrawn as community says 'no'
Liquor bid withdrawn as community says 'no'
Public health advocates have welcomed the support of the South Dunedin community in opposing a liquor off-licence application in the area.