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    Tough Guy (aka Tawhai Huriwai) performs during the Otepoti Hou launch at the Burns Hall in...

    Album showcases ‘New Dunedin Sound’

    A Pasifika artist featuring on a compilation album of local Dunedin music says it is awesome to be a part of what they consider the ‘‘New Dunedin Sound’’.

    ODT quiz: May 23

    ODT quiz: May 23

    Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Saturday, May 23.

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    Young dancers to learn overseas

    Nell Mace-David and Gus Carr show the grace for which they have been chosen to attend training at...

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    Young dancers to learn overseas

    Nell Mace-David and Gus Carr appear to have a little more spring in their step this week, after being selected to train at prominent international dance schools in North America.

    ODT quiz: May 22

    ODT quiz: May 22

    Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Friday, May 22.

    Art seen: May 21

    Tirewa (2024), by Paemanu. Paemanu Art collection on loan to Dunedin Public Art Gallery. PHOTO:...

    Art seen: May 21

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    Fair Verona goes country

    Rehearsing a country version of Romeo and Juliet for the Globe Theatre are (from left) Eva...

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    Fair Verona goes country

    Celebrating 65 years with its inaugural play, Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet being re-staged, Dunedin’s Globe Theatre is paying tribute to its roots and its future, finds Rebecca Fox.

    Blair Somerville — "Movement is Life"

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    Blair Somerville — "Movement is Life"

    Catlins artist Blair Somerville (The Lost Gypsy) is exhibiting "Movement is Life" at the Otago Art Society until May 31.

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    Portraits bring joy and meaning

    Adam Portraiture Prize 2026 finalist Marion Vialade-Worch with her Self-portrait - Day 27.

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    Portraits bring joy and meaning

    Four Otago artists have made the finals of the prestigious Adam Portraiture Prize. Rebecca Fox discovers what is behind the face.

    ODT quiz: May 21

    ODT quiz: May 21

    Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Thursday, May 21.

    Painted penguins net a pretty penny

    The 10 fibreglass hoiho (yellow-eyed penguins) stand proudly at  Tūhura Otago Museum before being...

    Painted penguins net a pretty penny

    They have spent time all over Otago, but yesterday was the moment for these penguins to find new homes — for a price.

    ODT quiz: May 20

    ODT quiz: May 20

    Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Wednesday, May 20.

    Extraordinary concert marks 60th anniversary

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    Extraordinary concert marks 60th anniversary

    The packed Dunedin Town Hall was taken on an emotional rollercoaster ride on Saturday night.

    ODT quiz: May 19

    ODT quiz: May 19

    Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Tuesday, May 19.

    ODT quiz: May 18

    ODT quiz: May 18

    Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Monday, May 18.

    Obituary: Fred Smith, musician

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    Obituary: Fred Smith, musician

    Fred Smith was bass player in two of New York’s great punk era bands, Blondie and Television.

    Obituary: Eric Dane, actor

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    Obituary: Eric Dane, actor

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    DSO’s 60th celebrated in grand fashion

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    DSO’s 60th celebrated in grand fashion

    Soprano soloist Anna Leese (left) and mezzo-soprano Deborah Humble perform Symphony No 2 (Resurrection) by Gustav Mahler, backed by New Zealand and Dunedin combined symphony orchestras conducted by...

    Performance raises the roof

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    Performance raises the roof

    A packed house raised the roof with enjoyment.

    Delta Goodrem powers Australia into Eurovision final

    Australia's Delta Goodrem is arguably the best-known performer in the 2026 edition of Eurovision....

    Delta Goodrem powers Australia into Eurovision final

    Delta Goodrem has lifted Australia into the Eurovision final with a sparkling powerhouse vocal performance, breaking a two-year non-qualification streak.

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