Strong feedback on coastal plan
Strong feedback on coastal plan
Dunedin people have let their voice be heard on the draft St Clair-St Kilda Coastal Plan (Whakahekerau-Rakiatea Rautaki Tai).
Sam Henderson
Strath Taieri School rewarded for supporting Otago skink
Strath Taieri School rewarded for supporting Otago skink
Pupils at Strath Taieri School was one of five schools chosen from 150 around the country who will receive a visit from Ruud "The Bugman” Kleinpaste and Shark Scientist Dr Riley Elliott to talk to...
The enigma of machine learning
The enigma of machine learning
It could be said that artificial intelligence (AI) is about making computers think more like humans. By doing that, could computers take on such human characteristics as creativity and leaps...
Group working to support biodiversity
Group working to support biodiversity
From seals sunning on the beach to indigenous birds flying overhead, a former quarry at Second Beach (Whakahekerau) is having a restful return to nature thanks to the efforts of local group...
Sporting spirit
Sporting spirit
Trying his hand at discus with the help of his puppet Fred is Olly Harvey-Todd (12), of Dunedin, during a Parafed Otago Have a Go Athletics Day on Sunday.
Waikouaiti Coast: Buses key for growing population
Waikouaiti Coast: Buses key for growing population
Improving the bus service is a priority for the Waikouaiti Coast Community Board this year.
Strath Taieri: Chairman unhappy with work in township
Strath Taieri: Chairman unhappy with work in township
Tidying up the town is a priority for the Strath Taieri Community Board this year.
Being cut off from loved ones hard on community
Being cut off from loved ones hard on community
When the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai volcano erupted recently Dunedin’s Tongan community had a worrying wait as disrupted communications led to little information about loved ones for days.
‘Enough for everyone’
‘Enough for everyone’
The urge to hoard seemed to grip some people in Dunedin as the city settled in for what could be an extended stay at the Red traffic light zone.
Save the Children appeal
Save the Children appeal
Save the Children New Zealand has launched an emergency appeal to raise funds for children and their families in Tonga affected by the recent volcanic eruption.
Dive into an ocean of knowledge
Dive into an ocean of knowledge
Seeing sound and singing sea creatures are some of the concepts being explored in the Tuhura Summer Science Shows at the Otago Museum.
‘Soap factory Cadillac’ will motor through Octagon
‘Soap factory Cadillac’ will motor through Octagon
The "soap factory Cadillac" used to be a familiar sight on the streets of Christchurch.
Eye on the cow to solve lameness
Eye on the cow to solve lameness
From science fiction to science fact, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming everyday tasks. Using the ability to crunch vast amounts of data, computer-driven machine learning can fuel new innovations that improve business efficiency. This week in a series for The Star, reporter Simon Henderson uncovers how AI is helping dairy farmers keep their cows hale and hearty.
Protection in mind
Protection in mind
Port Chalmers parents Jonny and Kristina Goldsmith are happy to be able to have their youngest daughter Isabella (9) vaccinated against Covid-19.
Volunteer work inspired by father
Volunteer work inspired by father
It has been more than 40 years since Dunedin man John Dennison first began supporting the Heart Foundation.
Using AI to help treat depression
Using AI to help treat depression
Artificial intelligence is fast becoming commonplace across a wide range of sectors - from major industries such as agriculture and manufacturing, to health and entertainment. The Star finds out how it's being utilised in Dunedin.
Appointment irks disabled community
Appointment irks disabled community
"Nothing about us, without us" was the promise when the establishment of the new Ministry for Disabled People was announced. But members of the disabled community are frustrated by one of the first major appointments, of someone who does not identify as disabled. Simon Henderson reports.
A glimpse into NZ’s maritime history
A glimpse into NZ’s maritime history
A rediscovered 19th-century clinker boat offers a glimpse into colonial boat building in New Zealand.
Covid call centre for Brockville
Covid call centre for Brockville
Ngai Tahu-owned low-cost health centre Te Kaika is set to boost its presence in Brockville.
Information on photo sought
Information on photo sought
It could be a young girl dressed as Father Christmas or it could simply be a little girl with an expensive coat.