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Warmer, drier autumn likely
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Warmer, drier autumn likely
Meteorological autumn has officially arrived, and already the leaves are starting to turn.
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Med student lift hailed; could take more
Med student lift hailed; could take more
The University of Otago has praised the government for increasing the number of training placements for doctors, but has questioned why the increase was so limited.
Seriously hurt after fall from quad bike
Seriously hurt after fall from quad bike
A man has been taken to Dunedin Hospital in a serious condition after falling from his quad bike.
'Disgusted': Another complaint about Fergburger workers
'Disgusted': Another complaint about Fergburger workers
Fergburger is again fending off allegations its staff are unprofessional, after a customer complained about workers allegedly making sexual remarks about her.
Issues found with schools’ finances
Issues found with schools’ finances
An audit of New Zealand schools’ financial statements has found issues with 88 of them — the highest number in five years.
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Chance meeting in carpark leads to research opportunity
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Chance meeting in carpark leads to research opportunity
It seems so unlikely that bumping into a complete stranger in the middle of Mitre 10’s carpark would one day lead to major research funding being given to study a severe and debilitating disease.
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‘Hangxiety’ risk topic of study
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‘Hangxiety’ risk topic of study
"Hangxiety" — it is the anxious or worried feeling people get the day after a night out drinking.
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Unexpected find likely new sea squirt species
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Unexpected find likely new sea squirt species
Any time a scientist drops a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) into the sea to see what lies beneath, they generally have a good idea of what they are likely to find.
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Inland towns forecast to hit 32°C
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Inland towns forecast to hit 32°C
After a "bummer summer", things are about to heat up around Otago and Southland over the next four days, as the mercury rises to 30°C or more.
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Keeping their eyes peeled for Keith
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Keeping their eyes peeled for Keith
Lately, some George Street Normal School pupils have started guarding their lunch boxes with a tight grip, following rumours there is a kiwifruit thief wandering about.
Marathon Lake Wānaka swim
Marathon Lake Wānaka swim
Over the years, the water has taught Wānaka swimmer Livi Schmid a lot about resilience, dedication and community.
Antique plant models inspire fellows
Antique plant models inspire fellows
Anticipation has been growing like weeds among art enthusiasts in the buildup to an exhibition by the University of Otago’s 2024 Frances Hodgkins Fellowship winners.
Truck rolls over on Otago Peninsula
Truck rolls over on Otago Peninsula
Emergency services have been called to the scene where a truck rolled in Harington Point Rd on the Otago Peninsula tonight.
Truck rolls on Otago Peninsula
Truck rolls on Otago Peninsula
Emergency services have been called to the scene where a truck rolled in Harington Point Rd on the Otago Peninsula tonight.
Scholar studying farm pressures
Scholar studying farm pressures
New Zealand dairy farmers are facing a mental health crisis, with high rates of burnout, stress and substance use, yet they often avoid seeking help.
Team tapped as partner in 3-D bioprinting project
Team tapped as partner in 3-D bioprinting project
Rather than undergoing invasive knee replacement surgery, future patients may be able to have damaged knee tissue repaired using 3-D bioprinters and keyhole surgery.
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Discovery ‘incredibly exciting’
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Discovery ‘incredibly exciting’
For more than 40 years, scientists have puzzled over how our sensory systems can detect both the faintest whispers and the loudest explosions, without being overwhelmed.
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Women urged to unleash their inner sea lion
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Women urged to unleash their inner sea lion
Dunedin women are being called on to unleash their inner sea lion for an upcoming dance project to be performed on one of the city’s beaches.
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Fears for educational programmes with cuts
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Fears for educational programmes with cuts
As Tūhura Otago Museum wraps up its latest hands-on science engagement showcase, there are grave concerns about whether the museum can continue to provide educational programmes.
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Survey revealing Otago’s coastal secrets
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Survey revealing Otago’s coastal secrets
Seeing a Rockwell Turbo Commander 690A flying over Dunedin is relatively rare.