Baxter-Lilburn score presented
Baxter-Lilburn score presented
It has been almost 65 years since a long overlooked anthem written by poet James K. Baxter and composer Douglas Lilburn was last performed.
John Lewis
Buddhist Tipitaka presented to Otago University
Buddhist Tipitaka presented to Otago University
To give the teachings of the Buddha is the most precious gift a Buddhist can offer. For that reason, staff at the University of Otago felt fortunate and thrilled to receive a copy of the...
Man on mission spurs action on extreme poverty
Man on mission spurs action on extreme poverty
"We hope to do for global poverty what Al Gore did for climate change."
Roll declines hit Otago schools
Roll declines hit Otago schools
The rolls of 54% of Otago's 154 secondary, intermediate and primary schools have declined in the past year, and 40% of them have posted their lowest and second lowest March Roll returns in the past decade.
ORC reminds councillors of conduct rules
ORC reminds councillors of conduct rules
Otago regional councillors were given a gentle reminder of the council's meeting procedures and protocols, during an extraordinary meeting in Dunedin last night to discuss the councillors' code of conduct.
Spill of oil into Invercargill creek being investigated
Spill of oil into Invercargill creek being investigated
Environment Southland staff are investigating the cause of a large oil slick which has covered the Otepuni Creek in Invercargill.
Maths contest adds up to a whole lot of fun
Maths contest adds up to a whole lot of fun
Nearly 50 Otago schools are among 1000 across the country exercising their pupils' grey matter in a bid to win the second annual online New Zealand Maths Challenge.
Students protest against education cuts
Students protest against education cuts
"Where are your priorities Mr Key?" That was the main message delivered to Dunedin residents by more than 50 people who took to the streets on Saturday to protest against the Government's $30 million cut to the education budget.
Still chuckling over circus meeting
Still chuckling over circus meeting
While many might joke about it, it is not often that you meet the love of your life at a circus.
Library's literary treasures on show
Library's literary treasures on show
There is reading Dickens, and then there is reading a manuscript written in Dickens' own hand.
Three Otago scientists vie for awards
Three Otago scientists vie for awards
Three emerging research scientists at the University of Otago have been named finalists in this year's MacDiarmid Young Scientist of the Year Awards.
Damaged signs costly burden
Damaged signs costly burden
Otago terrritorial authorities are irritated they have had to spend nearly $800,000 during the past financial year repairing or replacing road signs - many of which have been damaged by vandals.
Undie 500 appeals to bars for help
Undie 500 appeals to bars for help
Organisers of the Undie 500 are calling on Dunedin bars to be more responsible hosts this year to help avoid the student chaos synonymous with the event in recent years.
Quick action leads to arrest
Quick action leads to arrest
The prompt action of a "good Samaritan" has led to an arrest and has been praised by the police after a 14-year-old truant schoolgirl suffered a stranger's unwanted attention in Dunedin yesterday morning.
Police concerns over 'reckless shooting'
Police concerns over 'reckless shooting'
Dunedin police are worried it is only a matter of time before someone is accidentally shot by a stray bullet from the "serious recklessness" of people shooting at road signs.
Most Otago schools on mend from influenza
Most Otago schools on mend from influenza
Sickness is still hitting some Otago secondary schools, affecting pupils and staff, but most seem to have avoided the predicted flu pandemic.
Anger at Ablett Kerr role 'misplaced'
Anger at Ablett Kerr role 'misplaced'
The president of the New Zealand Law Society has come out in defence of Judith Ablett Kerr QC in light of recent public criticism of her acting as defence counsel for Clayton Weatherston.
Burns' snuff box for auction
Burns' snuff box for auction
A 223-year-old gold filigree snuff box, once owned by Robert Burns, is expected to attract attention from around the globe when it goes up for auction at Forno's Auctioneers tomorrow.
Disorder, damage at student party
Disorder, damage at student party
A City Rise, Dunedin, student flat resembled a war zone last night after a "lock-down" party of more than 70 alcohol-fuelled guests descended into disorder.
Chance to bid on top art for charity
Chance to bid on top art for charity
It's top pupils' art and chances are it will only cost you a fraction of the price of a Monet or Kandinsky to buy.