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Magistrate unimpressed as former sportsman skips court

Magistrate unimpressed as former sportsman skips court

A community magistrate was unimpressed when a former international sports star failed to turn up to court today to face a charge of obstructing police.

Investigation into Christchurch assaults

Investigation into Christchurch assaults

Police investigating two alleged assaults in Christchurch are seeking information from the public.

Oil price fall unlikely to bring motorists quick relief

AA's petrol price spokesperson said there would need to be a more sustained move to end the...

Oil price fall unlikely to bring motorists quick relief

Oil prices have fallen sharply on news of a potential ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz - but will drivers get any relief at the petrol pump?

Why young men are flocking to the Catholic Church

Helaman Hatcher at his Catholic baptism at Easter in 2024. Photo: Supplied

Why young men are flocking to the Catholic Church

After years of declining church membership, something strange is happening in Christchurch - young men are returning to the Catholic Church.

Alleged fuel thief caught with battery-operated siphoning pump

A 31-year-old man is due to appear in court today after he was caught attempting to steal fuel from vehicles in Christchurch.

Reserve Bank holds official cash rate at 2.25%

Reserve Bank Governor Anna Breman. Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone

Reserve Bank holds official cash rate at 2.25%

The Reserve Bank (RBNZ) has held its benchmark official cash rate (OCR) unchanged at 2.25 percent, as it forecast inflation to break above 4 percent but said it did not want to hurt the economic recovery.

Slight increase in fuel stocks in latest update

Slight increase in fuel stocks in latest update

Fuel stocks have again risen in the latest update from the government.

Police investigate digger crash that closed motorway

Police want dashcam footage as they investigate how a digger fell off a truck and blocked Dunedin's Southern Motorway for three hours today.

Peters tells Rubio what Iran war is doing to NZ

New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters (L) shakes hands with US Secretary of State Marco...

Peters tells Rubio what Iran war is doing to NZ

Foreign Minister Winston Peters says it's time for "cool heads" as US President Donald Trump escalates his rhetoric on attacking Iran.

Aussie cricket great charged with drink-driving

Aussie cricket great David Warner charged with drink-driving

One of Australia's greatest batsmen will face court after allegedly blowing more than twice the legal limit in a random breath test.

Trainer 'pulled over' by horse knocked unconscious

A veteran Canterbury trainer was seriously injured when a horse "took fright" and pulled him over at Addington Raceway.

'Act now' as life-threatening cyclone increasingly likely to hit NZ

Cyclone Vaianu is increasingly likely to hit the country this weekend and the National Emergency Management Agency says people should act now.

Iran says safe passage through Hormuz possible

US President Donald Trump says he has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline to destroy a "whole civilization".

Images from moon 'really amazing'

The moon is seen from a camera outside the Orion spacecraft after the Artemis II astronauts...

Images from moon 'really amazing'

For the past 50 years, Dr Ian Griffin has been waiting, ever so patiently, to turn his attention to ‘‘the dark side’’ once again.

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Reuse of needles up: report

Taieri MP Ingrid Leary said the changes were making a difficult situation for Dunedin families,...

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Reuse of needles up: report

The controversial axing of a trusted Dunedin needle-exchange service has led to a rise in needle reuse in the city’s drug community, a new report has found.

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Air NZ makes further cuts, changes to southern flights

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Air NZ makes further cuts, changes to southern flights

More cuts are set to hit flights in the South as rising fuel costs continue to affect the national carrier.

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Mayor urges careful speech

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Mayor urges careful speech

Dunedin's mayor has again cautioned councillors to be careful about how they speak about city council staff.

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Trump thanked for boost in e-bike use

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Trump thanked for boost in e-bike use

United States President Donald Trump could help Dunedin to achieve climate aspirations, a city councillor says.

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30-year employee there to see OceanaGold NYSE listing

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30-year employee there to see OceanaGold NYSE listing

When Quenton Johnston first started work at the Macraes gold mine almost 30 years ago, he thought it would be a great opportunity to explore New Zealand’s rugged mountains and have an adventurous...

Fuel prices giving bike shops a boost

Bike House bike mechanic George Preclik with a cargo bike, which is gaining in popularity.PHOTO:...

Fuel prices giving bike shops a boost

Two wheels are becoming more popular than four.

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