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No Deposit, New Beginnings: Dunedin Families Invited to Step Into Homeownership

Applications are now open for Habitat for Humanity’s Homeownership Programme in Dunedin, offering a unique opportunity for first home buyers to achieve homeownership without the need for a deposit...

Why China is more popular than ever with Kiwi travellers

Why China is more popular than ever with Kiwi travellers

Once considered a destination for the most seasoned of travellers, over the last few years this diverse and fascinating country has become one of the most talked about holiday...

Photography, poetry and a local story worth celebrating: a meaningful Mother’s Day gift.

Carlos Biggemann is no stranger to readers of the ODT, having been featured many times across his illustrious photography career. A Dunedin local, Mr Biggemann has also starred on TVNZ’s Down for...

The True Cost of Owning a Dog in New Zealand in 2026

Dogs are woven into New Zealand life. Two-thirds of Kiwi households have at least one companion animal, and New Zealand has the second-highest rate of pet ownership in the world. For many families,...

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Southland, South Otago, West Otago Services - ANZAC Day 2026

SOUTH OTAGO SERVICES BALCLUTHA: Parade, from TPŌMA War Memorial and Community Centre, 6.45am Service, Cenotaph, 7am BENHAR: Service, Cenotaph, 10am&nbsp...

Dunedin Services - Anzac Day 2026

DUNEDIN RETURNED AND SERVICES’ ASSOCIATION (Inc) COMMUNITY SERVICES 2026 ANZAC DAY SERVICES Dunedin Dawn Services: March on at 6.15am, Service begins at 6...

Mahler's 'Resurrection' - DSO and NZSO Unite

In our first International Series concert of the year, we are delighted to celebrate our sixtieth anniversary with a landmark collaboration with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. The...

Bowie: a decade on

A Major Rock Tribute - Dunedin July 2026 Ten years after the passing of music’s most transformative icon, David Bowie’s legacy returns to the stage. Set beneath the arches and stained-glass...

The great Anzac biscuit debate: crunchy or chewy?

Harraways oats have been used to bake delicious golden Anzac biscuits for generations, honouring our New Zealand servicemen and women. Chef Josh Emett bakes traditional Anzac biscuits every...

What’s in the colour charts for 2026?

Dusted pinks and pastels make rooms feel inviting and warm, while allowing natural textures and...

What’s in the colour charts for 2026?

Do you have renovation plans in the coming year? Start putting your planning ideas and inspiration together with these tips from our Resene colour experts on what colour palettes are popular and...

DSO marks 60th with Braithwaite’s return

To begin their sixtieth anniversary year, DSO welcomes back conductor Nicholas Braithwaite, to lead a Matinee Series concert of little delights. Formerly DSO’s Principal Guest Conductor between 1997...

Refreshingly different; West’s celebrates being 150 years young

West’s popular sodas are now available in 250ml cans. (Photo: Supplied)

Refreshingly different; West’s celebrates being 150 years young

As West’s turns 150, New Zealand’s oldest independent soft drink company is facing an exciting future. The West’s factory at 135 Bay View Road in Dunedin is a living monument to the soft drink...

It’s not just black and white: Working with grey neutrals

Adding texture to layers of grey is a good way to break up large surface areas in a pared back...

It’s not just black and white: Working with grey neutrals

If you’re looking for a neutral or colour to sit at the heart of your interior colour palette but want something a little different from classic white, cream or beige, it may be time to investigate...

On the Market: Spectacular Queenstown Home with Views

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On the Market: Spectacular Queenstown Home with Views

Elevated Queenstown Home with Uninterrupted Lake Views and 365-day Visitor Accommodation Consent Heads to AuctionAn architecturally designed Queenstown home capturing sweeping views across Lake...

Inspiring showroom just the start for new Kitchen Studio owners

Alyse and Chris McCormack have already achieved big things since taking ownership of Kitchen Studio Dunedin in 2024. Primarily, they have overseen a major renovation of the showroom...

SHANNON FARM MARKS NEW MILESTONE WITH LANDMARK OFFER

Shannon Farm, the Central Otago Lakes District’s newest lifestyle destination, is marking the issue of titles on its first stages with an extraordinary offer on six newly-titled sections. The...

New cook book release: Seasons - Alison Lambert

Seasons - By Alison Lambert

Seasons has been recently released by Alison Lambert, in collaboration with the Otago Daily Times. She has been an Otago Daily Times feature columnist for

Local Farming Partner Agrispray Announces Major Rebrand

The trusted agricultural team is rebranding to showcase a new focus on 360° farm support, from animal health to general merchandise.

Premier retirement living in the heart of Queenstown 

Wake up to an extraordinary retirement experience at Arvida Queenstown Country Club, located in the heart of Queenstown. This premier retirement community is designed for over-65s who seek a...

Census public consultation closing soon

Stats NZ is making important changes to the census, so these valuable insights can be produced more often. With submissions closing soon, people are invited to have their say on the design of the...

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