John Lewis

Students gaining ‘key skills’ processing footage

University of Otago law student Oliver O’Connor films a netball game at Dunedin’s Edgar Centre...

Students gaining ‘key skills’ processing footage

If you thought playing sport was fast and furious, spare a thought for the University of Otago students who are processing live footage of the Winter Tournament this week.

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Iyengar yoga instructor delivering zen to dozens

One of the world’s most experienced Iyengar yoga instructors Dr Lois Steinberg (left), of...

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Iyengar yoga instructor delivering zen to dozens

Richard Simmons and his aerobics classes could easily have flicked on when a young Lois Steinberg switched on her television.

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Prof retires after decades of ‘playing with chemicals’

Emeritus Prof Lyall Hanton will retire at the end of this week after ‘‘44 and three-quarter’’...

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Prof retires after decades of ‘playing with chemicals’

Emeritus Prof Lyall Hanton reckons it is a bit strong to say he has spent the past four decades in the University of Otago chemistry labs coming up with ways to help humanity.

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Help needed to secure museum's future

Newly appointed Tūhura Otago Museum philanthropy and development head Dr Georgia Ciaran is...

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Help needed to secure museum's future

Up to $15 million is needed for critical infrastructure upgrades at Tūhura Otago Museum, including earthquake strengthening, a new roof for the tropical forest and fire sprinklers.

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Singer beats cold to win opera competition

Jasmine Jessen beams after winning the Otago Daily Times Southern Aria competition at Knox Church...

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Singer beats cold to win opera competition

It snot fuddy when you catch a cold — especially if you are an opera singer who is about to compete in one of New Zealand’s top opera competitions.

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Programme hoped to reduce farm injuries

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Programme hoped to reduce farm injuries

Calving and lambing season — it is the time of year when stressed and exhausted farmers are most likely to suffer harm on the farm.

‘Opportunity’ to ease NZ gas reliance

‘Opportunity’ to ease NZ gas reliance

Despite Dunedin and Christchurch being two of the colder cities in New Zealand at this time of year, new research shows they have some of the lowest potential to reduce heat-related carbon emissions.

Ease into training, ACC urges runners

Ease into training, ACC urges runners

As the days start to get a bit longer and temperatures rise, runners are hitting the pavement and clocking up some mileage in the build-up to the marathon season.

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Sustainable living driver for study, business

Kate Parker with daughter Lucy, 5, who helped inspire her to study for a master’s degree in...

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Sustainable living driver for study, business

When it comes to innovative thinking and making businesses more sustainable, Kate Parker is acing it.

Study shows children ‘saturated’ with harmful messages

Associate Professor Leah Watkins. PHOTO: ODT FILES

Study shows children ‘saturated’ with harmful messages

Cameras worn by a group of 12-year-olds over a four-day period have shown children are exposed to unhealthy food, alcohol and gambling marketing 76 times every day.

Work to combat fever virus

University of Otago Global Health Institute director Professor John Crump. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Work to combat fever virus

Imagine bleeding from body openings such as the mouth, eyes or ears; losing your vision; and going into a coma. These are the most severe symptoms of Rift Valley fever (RVF).

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A shining example of self-determination

Beau Campbell puts the finishing touches on another vehicle he has groomed at Harrow Collision...

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A shining example of self-determination

There was a time in Beau Campbell’s life when he thought he might never find his happy place.

Standard of singers ‘excellent’

Standard of singers ‘excellent’

Judging by the quality of singing already coming from the competitors in the Otago Daily Times Southern Aria Competition this year, organisers are preparing for the unusual possibility of...

SRH system failing wāhine Māori: study

SRH system failing wāhine Māori: study

New Zealand’s sexual and reproductive healthcare (SRH) system is leaving many Māori women feeling "dehumanised and disempowered".

Vaccine in a tablet?

University of Otago School of Pharmacy researcher Professor Sarah Hook has been given a $1.2...

Vaccines in a tablet among projects to get funding

The Health Research Council of NZ provides millions of dollars each year by identifying and supporting high-quality, high-value research that has far-reaching impacts.

Dunedin ACC building ready for staff

Those attending the pre-dawn blessing of the new ACC building in Queens Gardens got to see the...

Dunedin ACC building ready for staff

A small group of people who braved frigid weather for a poignant dawn ceremony at the ACC’s new premises in Dunedin were rewarded with beautiful glowing light.

State highway reopened after snow closure

'Take extra care': State highway reopened after snow closure

A key South Island highway has fully reopened after snow closures this morning but treacherous conditions are still likely on the roads

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Online hate spurs positive action

Hurtful social media comments motivated Sophie Francis-Ross and a team of like-minded Dunedin...

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Online hate spurs positive action

Online vitriol about residents of the "Tent City" at Kensington Oval has inspired a small group of Dunedin residents to band together to provide support and give the area a spruce-up.

Highway reopens, care still urged on roads

A key South Island highway has fully reopened after snow closures this morning but treacherous conditions are still likely on the roads.

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White noise music to brewers’ ears

Breweries could make beer quicker if they play white noise to it during the brewing process, new...

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White noise music to brewers’ ears

Sitting a radio without an aerial next to your fermenting home brew might sound like a silly idea, but noteworthy research has found it can actually make it brew faster without compromising flavour.

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