Hamish MacLean

Higher density development intertwined with parks and waterways could reshape low-lying South Dunedin as the city tries to stay ahead of climate change, Dunedin City Council documents reveal.

Predator Free Dunedin has hit a major milestone, surpassing 50,000 possums trapped over the project’s four-year history.

Aurora Energy has reported a $7.8 million profit and says it has made significant progress on its ongoing network upgrade.

Public commentary about wasting time, wasting resources, and infighting at the Otago Regional Council "needs to be put to bed" over the next three years, the council has been advised.

A planned large-scale residential development in Concord has sentimental value that is through the roof.

Twenty-four applications have been received for the job of chief executive of the Otago Regional Council, the council says.

The return of international students is expected to contribute to a forecast $20 million increase in tuition-related income for the University of Otago next year.

The preferred runway alignment and flight paths of a proposed airport at Tarras are expected to be confirmed early next year.

A pumped hydro scheme at Lake Onslow could bring down electricity prices across New Zealand, Energy and Resources Minister Megan Woods says.

A sign warning of toxic 1080 on Dunedin’s Aramoana Beach this week appears to be a false alarm, erected by a community member in error.

The Department of Conservation has asked wildlife veterinarians to examine the injuries of a leopard seal that came ashore at St Clair Beach with a deep scar on its face.