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White House moves forward on plans for a Department of War

President Donald Trump told reporters he thought the United States could make a deal with China,...

White House moves forward on plans for a Department of War

The Trump administration is advancing plans to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War, after US President Donald Trump raised the prospect on Monday.

Dunedin mates releasing 'bangers' on their own terms

London-based Kiwi band Mild Orange. Photo: Cam Hay

Dunedin mates releasing 'bangers' on their own terms

The members of London-based "Kiwi band for the world", Mild Orange, share a passion for travel and connection.

Van rolls off high peninsula road

Van rolls off high peninsula road

Occupants of a rental van have walked away unharmed after rolling off a Dunedin road.

Big rigs turn out for special kids

The trucks began their journey in Midland St. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

Big rigs turn out for special kids

Trucks from Otago and Southland assembled in Dunedin today for the return of a much-loved event.

Another truck breaks down while fighting blaze

Bringing in long-ladder trucks from other cities could mean hours of unnecessary delay, the...

Another truck breaks down while fighting blaze

Firefighters say shuffling long-ladder trucks around the country to fill gaps is wasting time and leaving some cities in the lurch.

Crime crackdown: more police, fewer victims, says govt

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith (left) and Police Minister Mark Mitchell. Photo: RNZ

Crime crackdown: more police, fewer victims, says govt

The government says it's continuing to track ahead of its violent crime reduction target as police prepare to roll out more officers on the beat.

Auckland schools dominate Big Sing

The finale of this year's Big Sing secondary schools' competition in Dunedin has come to a close, with choirs from Auckland taking the top awards.

Burst water main disrupts Green Is residents

A worker stands in front of a sinkhole, thought to be caused by a burst water main, in Koremata...

Burst water main disrupts Green Is residents

A burst water main in Koremata St, Green Island, has caused some disruption to residents and motorists.

Salads, coleslaws recalled due to presence of metal

Speirs and Woolworths branded salads and coleslaws have been recalled due to the possible...

Salads, coleslaws recalled due to presence of metal

Batches of selected salads and coleslaws sold at New Zealand supermarkets have been recalled because of the presence of metal.

Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Mosgiel

Emergency services were called to Gordon Rd, Mosgiel, this afternoon. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Mosgiel

A pedestrian has suffered moderate injuries after being stuck by a vehicle in Mosgiel, police say.

Officer and dog injured after glass thrown: police

Officer and dog injured after glass thrown: police

An officer and his dog have been injured after a man threw shards of glass at them, police say.

Same-sex marriages up as overall figures fall

Since same-sex marriage was legalised in 2013, New Zealand has proven a popular destination for...

Same-sex marriages up as overall figures fall

While fewer couples are tying the knot overall, same-sex unions have grown.

Dozens of firearms missing as 4 people charged

Dozens of firearms missing as 4 people charged

Four people have been charged as police investigate firearms being resold into the black market.

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Safety call for motorcyclists

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Safety call for motorcyclists

As temperatures start to rise and the roads get drier around the southern regions, motorcyclists start dusting off their pride and joy before heading for the open road.

One injured in Halfway Bush crash

Police at the scene this morning. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

One injured in Halfway Bush crash

A person has been taken to hospital with moderate injuries after a crash in Dunedin.

ODT digital edition app restored

ODT's digital edition app is now working again for readers.

Vigilante crossbow attack left arrow lodged in victim

Vigilante crossbow attack left arrow lodged in victim

A Dunedin man’s vigilante crossbow attack over a missing motorbike has cost him nearly six and a-half years of freedom.

Dunedin welcomes new MP

Labour list member of Parliament Damien O’Connor, now resident in Dunedin. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

Dunedin welcomes new MP

Dunedin has a new member of Parliament, former West Coast MP Damien O’Connor having recently moved south.

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Strong case to overturn protection: university

The University of Otago is appealing a Dunedin City Council decision to give heritage protection...

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Strong case to overturn protection: university

A strong case exists to overturn unwanted heritage protection for award-winning brutalist lecture theatres planned for demolition, the University of Otago says.

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