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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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'
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
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.
Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window
Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window
A passenger has been partially sucked through a dislodged window on a Ryanair flight shortly after takeoff in Greece.
Kaikōura landslip warning, progress made on SH1
Kaikōura landslip warning, progress made on SH1
The Kaikōura District Council is warning there is a continuing risk of landslips in the flood-hit area.