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    Flamenco vibrant and energetic

    Paco Pena has been playing guitar since he was a young boy. PHOTO: RITA SLATTERY

    Flamenco vibrant and energetic

    In a concert that fizzed with energy, Paco Peña entranced a packed Regent Theatre on Saturday.

    Council eyeing glass bottle restrictions

    Invercargill city councillors want glass separated from other recycling. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Council eyeing glass bottle restrictions

    Dunedin City Council staff are seeking legal advice over possible restrictions to glass bottle sales under the city’s local alcohol plan.

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    Large weight loss inspired cyclist to take part in Wild Ride

    To celebrate losing 70kg in weight, Samantha Hayde, of Dunedin, takes part in the Wild Ride at...

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    Large weight loss inspired cyclist to take part in Wild Ride

    Drizzly weather did not deter a Dunedin cyclist from gearing up for a Wild Ride — but it did dissuade her teenage son.

    World in pictures

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    Million-dollar ticket sold in Port Chalmers

    A lucky punter won a million dollars in Saturday’s Lotto draw. It was sold at the Windsor On the...

    Million-dollar ticket sold in Port Chalmers

    It was a lucky night for a Lotto player from Port Chalmers who won $1 million in Saturday’s draw.

    Poll result National's worst since Luxon became leader

    National Minister Chris Bishop has been rumoured as a potential leadership contender. Photo: RNZ

    Poll result National's worst since Luxon became leader

    A new poll showing National sitting on just 30 percent, and the coalition unable to govern, has set the stage for a crucial week in Christopher Luxon's prime ministership.

    Greens issue warning in 'State of the Planet' address

    Chlöe Swarbrick delivers her 'State of the Planet' speech. Photos: RNZ/Mark Papalii

    Greens issue warning in 'State of the Planet' address

    The Green Party is calling for a national plan to electrify homes, transport and industry with natural energy, as a response to the fuel crisis.

    Laughing at Hyde St costumes leads to arrest

    Photo: RNZ

    Laughing at Hyde St costumes leads to arrest

    A Hyde St partygoer, who laughed at a group of men's costumes and challenged them to a fight, tried to punch and kick officers while being arrested, police say.

    Robots race past humans in China half-marathon

    A Lightning humanoid robot by Honor takes part in the half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday. Photo...

    Robots race past humans in China half-marathon

    Several robots vying for the podium were noticeably faster than professional athletes racing in the human race.

    Pope downplays feud with Trump

    Pope Leo's Africa tour is one of the most complicated ever arranged for a pontiff. Photo: Reuters

    Pope downplays feud with Trump

    Pope Leo XIV has sought to downplay his feud with US President Donald Trump, saying reporting about comments he has made so far during his Africa tour "has not been accurate in all its aspects".

    Uncertainty hangs over Strait of Hormuz

    Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf. Photo: Reuters

    Uncertainty hangs over Strait of Hormuz

    Iran's top negotiator says recent talks with the US has made progress, but gaps remain over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping channel.

    Homicide inquiry into Hastings deaths

    Police were called to a house on Avenue Road East on Sunday morning. Photo: RNZ

    Homicide inquiry into Hastings deaths

    A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of three people in Hastings.

    States of emergency declared in North Island

    Ōhura resident Mike Crowley was taken aback by the amount of flooding that had hit the small town...

    States of emergency declared in North Island

    States of local emergency have been declared in the Ruapheu District and the Whanganui District due to heavy rain.

    User-pays school bus service to stop

    Nikita Walker with daughter Jasmine. Photo: RNZ

    User-pays school bus service to stop

    A user-pays bus service for Manawatū children no longer eligible for govt-funded services to schools in Palmerston North will stop from Monday.

    Port Chalmers Lotto player wins $1 million

    The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto to a player from Otago. Photo: ODT files

    Port Chalmers Lotto player wins $1 million

    It has been a lucky night for a Lotto player from Port Chalmers who has won $1 million with Lotto First Division in Saturday's draw.

    Time to give back, says National's Dunedin candidate

    Time to give back, says National's Dunedin candidate

    The National Party has announced its Dunedin candidate for this year's general election.

    Partying on safely in Hyde St

    Hyde St partygoers listen to the band One Day. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Partying on safely in Hyde St

    Everyone from pirates to speedo cops were present as students gathered in their dressed-up masses at the annual Hyde St party in North Dunedin.

    Fire crews called to Princes St building

    PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

    Fire crews called to Princes St building

    Fire and Emergency NZ staff check out a building in central Dunedin after called to a possible fire about lunchtime.

    Ruff treatment for royals on final day of tour

    Prince Harry with an affectionate dog at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia after taking part...

    Ruff treatment for royals on final day of tour

    Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan have rubbed shoulders with Australia's ultra-rich, Bondi massacre heroes and an over-friendly pooch as their tour Down Under comes to an end.

    Humanoid robot race to showcase technical leaps

    Last year's half-marathon winner, humanoid robot Tiangong Ultra. REUTERS

    Humanoid robot race to showcase technical leaps

    More than 300 humanoid robots participating in China's second robot half-marathon on Sunday will be facing tougher terrain designed to test their technical advancements.
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