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Questions over rejection of gender Bill submission

A rally in the Octagon, Dunedin protesting the member's Bill aiming to define gender. PHOTO:...

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Questions over rejection of gender Bill submission

A Dunedin woman is concerned by the ‘‘dangerously undemocratic’’ removal of submissions mentioning transgender people from feedback on the government’s controversial gender Bill.

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Value of southern suburbs increases

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Value of southern suburbs increases

Dunedin suburbs are surpassing most of New Zealand in terms of average property value growth with none dropping in value since the start of the year, data shows.

Crashed motorcycle believed to be stolen

Crashed motorcycle believed to be stolen

A rider left in a critical condition after crashing just north of Dunedin on Friday had allegedly earlier stolen the motorcycle.

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Galer’s spend on campaign over $15k

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Galer’s spend on campaign over $15k

The victor of Dunedin’s by-election spent more than $15,000 on her campaign for a seat at the council table.

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Too many bikes, just enough cyclists

Tobi Banks, 8, gives his new bike a go at the Valley Project Cycle Workshop on Saturday. PHOTO:...

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Too many bikes, just enough cyclists

A community repair shop’s overflow of bicycles meant many Dunedin riders left with some deals on wheels.

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South’s little films hit big screen

Dunedin film-maker Stefan Roesch attends the Little Cinema — Dunedin event held at Te Whare o...

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South’s little films hit big screen

Productions as short as one minute long were given the chance to breathe on the big screen at an event celebrating grassroots film-making in the South.

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Beauty technician nails national award

Jayde Kruskopf, of Abbotsford, placed first in the poster natural and second in the poster art...

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Beauty technician nails national award

A teddy bears’ picnic-themed photo shoot at the botanic gardens has netted a Dunedin nail technician two awards in a national nail art competition.

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Tabletop gamer to compete for big money

Jack Payne (left) and Josh Collier play a round at the regional qualifier of the ‘‘Riftbound:...

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Tabletop gamer to compete for big money

The chance to qualify for a nationwide tournament with a $10,000 cash pool was a rare opportunity for the Dunedin tabletop gaming community.

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly at 71

US Senator Lindsey Graham in June. Photo: Getty Images

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly at 71

US Senator Lindsey Graham, a key Republican who went from a vocal critic of Donald Trump to one of his most loyal allies on Capitol Hill after Trump became president, has died at age 71.

Three injured in multi-vehicle crash in St Kilda

Emergency services at the scene in St Kilda this afternoon. PHOTO: GERARD O'BRIEN

Three injured in multi-vehicle crash in St Kilda

Three people have been taken to Dunedin Hospital with moderate injuries after a four-vehicle crash in St Kilda.

Work continues to repair Kaikōura highway

Rock have been placed where chunks of State Highway 1 were eaten away by floodwaters this week....

Work continues to repair Kaikōura highway

Work is continuing to remove rock and vegetation to allow the safe reopening of a badly damaged highway near Kaikōura in the South Island.

Man suspected of killing former MP Widdecombe

Ann Widdecombe was found dead in her home in Haytor this week. Photo: Reuters

Man suspected of killing former MP Widdecombe

Police say a 28-year-old man has been arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of murdering former British government minister Ann Widdecombe.

'Scumbags': Fuel stolen from Volunteer Coastguard

'Scumbags': Fuel stolen from Volunteer Coastguard

Police are investigating after 1200 litres of fuel was stolen from a Bay of Plenty Volunteer Coastguard unit.

US strikes Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz closed

Iran's effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has caused energy prices to surge, fuelling...

US strikes Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz closed

The US military has launched strikes on Iran after it struck a container ship, while Tehran said it had again closed the Strait of Hormuz and some Gulf states came under attack.

Tenants win $2500 after unwanted visits from property owner's mum

The tenants claimed exemplary damages for breaches of quiet enjoyment after the property owner's mother kept visiting the Christchurch property.

19-year-old wins Song Quest

19-year-old wins Song Quest

Samuel Mataele, 19-year-old countertenor from Auckland, is the 2026 Kiri Te Kanawa Song Quest winner.

Arrest after early-morning brawl at bar

One person is facing charges after an early-morning brawl at a central Auckland bar that saw seven initially arrested.

Hipkins welcomes India deal but warns of 'consequences'

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Government House in Auckland yesterday. Photo: Getty Images

Hipkins welcomes India deal but warns of 'consequences'

Labour's Chris Hipkins welcomes the Strategic Partnership agreed to with India, but says there will be consequences if NZ does not fulfil its side of the deal.

Police looking at footage after claim man punched

Police looking at footage after claim man punched

Police are investigating after a man was allegedly punched in the head during an arrest in Hamilton.

Obituary: Mike Boyes, outdoor education pioneer

Michael Boyes at the home he loved best — the outdoors. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Obituary: Mike Boyes, outdoor education pioneer

Mike Boyes was an absolute powerhouse in outdoor education, but that was only a small slice of a man who made everyone feel welcome.

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