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Simms rejects criticism of inexperience
A Dunedin mayoralty candidate says voters who want change should not be distracted by city councillor suggestions he lacks enough council experience.
Ex-navy serviceman named Act candidate
Ex-navy serviceman named Act candidate
A former navy serviceman is being backed by Act New Zealand to ensure the Dunedin City Council is a tight ship, if he is elected.
Signing of build contract edges closer
Signing of build contract edges closer
After years of delay, the government is finally edging closer to a contract with an Australian construction giant to build the new Dunedin hospital, the ODT understands.
Aim to make science ‘accessible’
Aim to make science ‘accessible’
An American astronomer is hoping to break perceived barriers for understanding science at the science festival in Dunedin after working at Nasa for nearly 30 years.
New fleet of electric buses launched
New fleet of electric buses launched
Yesterday the Otago Regional Council launched a new fleet of electric buses and Orbus On Demand bus service — a ride-share service for Mosgiel, Wingatui, East Taieri and Kinmont.
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Parking changes: Committee backs new St Clair limits
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Parking changes: Committee backs new St Clair limits
The days of circling St Clair on the hunt for an elusive carpark may be coming to an end as the Dunedin City Council moves ahead with parking changes in the area.
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Applause as direct transtasman flight takes off
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Applause as direct transtasman flight takes off
The motley crew assembled in the departure lounge are the usual suspects of any airport.
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Ex-nurse accused of hate crime avoids conviction
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Ex-nurse accused of hate crime avoids conviction
A controversial former nurse who was accused of a hate crime at a pro-Palestine rally has avoided conviction over the incident.
Rise and shine
Rise and shine
North East Valley comes to life during a spectacular sunrise on Tuesday.
Car crashes into water at Andersons Bay inlet
Car crashes into water at Andersons Bay inlet
A person had to be assisted from their vehicle after it slid into the water at Andersons Bay inlet in Dunedin tonight.
'We have not recovered the head': Reality star charged with murder
'We have not recovered the head': Reality star charged with murder
The head of a man allegedly murdered and dismembered by his reality TV contestant partner is missing and police are calling on the public to help give his family "a peaceful outcome".
75th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War: Commemorative ceremonies held across NZ
75th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War: Commemorative ceremonies held across NZ
On June 25, 2025, to mark the 75th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War, meaningful commemorative events were held throughout New Zealand.
'Mission: Impossible' theme composer Lalo Schifrin dies
'Mission: Impossible' theme composer Lalo Schifrin dies
Argentine musician Lalo Schifrin, composer of the memorable Mission: Impossible theme and the scores for dozens of Hollywood movies and TV shows, has died at age 93.
A fairytale ending after a challenging chapter for the Chris Ruth Centre Trust
A fairytale ending after a challenging chapter for the Chris Ruth Centre Trust
What began as an exceptionally difficult period for The Chris Ruth Centre Trust has found a heartwarming and hopeful conclusion.
Torches shed light on Brighton burglars
Torches shed light on Brighton burglars
A pair of alleged burglars were betrayed by their torches when an eagle-eyed Brighton resident spotted the lights inside their neighbour's home.
First seats installed at Christchurch's new stadium
First seats installed at Christchurch's new stadium
The first seats have been installed at Christchurch's new central city stadium.
NZ First MP Tanya Unkovich quits Parliament
NZ First MP Tanya Unkovich quits Parliament
New Zealand First List MP Tanya Unkovich has resigned, saying she serves New Zealanders better in the private sector.
Bungling pair swap blame for tipsy carpark confusion
Bungling pair swap blame for tipsy carpark confusion
An allegedly drunk duo engaged in a tat-for-tat blame game over who was trying to drive their vehicle out of a Dunedin carpark complex.
Sandbagging station opens as Dunedin awaits deluge
Sandbagging station opens as Dunedin awaits deluge
A sandbagging station has been set up as Dunedin's council makes "all necessary preparations" for the predicted heavy rain overnight.
No known intelligence that Iran moved uranium: Hegseth
No known intelligence that Iran moved uranium: Hegseth
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he was unaware of any intelligence suggesting Iran had moved any of its highly enriched uranium to shield it from US strikes on Iran's nuclear programme...