Dunedin

Winning speech a reflection on racism in New Zealand

A Dunedin teenager’s poignant reflection on the Christchurch terror attacks has earned her a spot at a national final for a speechmaking competition.

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Polytech boss 'deeply disappointed' over change

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Polytech boss 'deeply disappointed' over change

Otago Polytechnic's leaders are "deeply disappointed" with a new educational model they say will risk its future viability.

Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway

Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway

A Dunedin postie was treated by ambulance officers after being knocked off his motorbike in a Dunedin driveway.

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Flood damage could cost region up to $700m

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Flood damage could cost region up to $700m

Up to $700 million worth of residential property could be in the path of intense flooding when extreme weather hits Otago over the next 35 years.

Fog delays more than a dozen Dunedin flights

Planes at Dunedin Airport and State Highway 1 traffic near the airport turnoff were both caught...

Fog delays more than a dozen Dunedin flights

Dunedin Airport had 13 flight disruptions today due to persistent fog.

Leader nuclear ‘red button’ concerns

Leader nuclear ‘red button’ concerns

When it comes to those who have the power to push "the big red button" and start a nuclear war, it has always been hoped that cool heads will prevail.

A slice of Italy in Dunedin's St Clair

Katrina Toovey has helped to bring about 40 or so Italians to Dunedin through her St Clair...

A slice of Italy in Dunedin's St Clair

A Dunedin seaside suburb is becoming a haven for Italian expats and foodies alike.

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Scientist’s contributions recognised

Sue Grimmond has been named a Fellow of the Royal Society of London. PHOTO SUPPLIED

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Scientist’s contributions recognised

A leading environmental scientist and University of Otago graduate has been elected to one of the world’s most distinguished scientific bodies.

Otago has 'work to do' before getting out of new 'federation'

Education Minister Penny Simmonds says changes are needed because the creation of Te Pūkenga has...

Otago has 'work to do' before getting out of new 'federation'

Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds says the government will look at removing Otago Polytechnic from its newly created "federation" model but there was still a "little bit of work to do" for the institute to get to a surplus.

Call to include feral cats in predator-free strategy

Call to include feral cats in predator-free strategy

A feral cat stalks prey on Otago Peninsula in this file photo.

Fun in the sun

Fun in the sun

Sisters Aqila, 9, and Aleeya Subkhan, 5, of Dunedin, make the most of the sunny weather in Dunedin yesterday.

‘Marked improvement’ in mental health shown

‘Marked improvement’ in mental health shown

The South is showing "marked improvement" in most of its mental health targets, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says.

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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit

University of Otago food sciences and chemistry student Lucian Petherick holds the Hokey Pokey...

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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit

Unlike Willy Wonka, chocolate-maker Lucian Petherick blends into a crowd.

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Dunedin rugby player shared secret sex video with team-mates

Green Island Rugby Club. File photo: ODT

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Dunedin rugby player shared secret sex video with team-mates

A Dunedin rugby player who secretly filmed a woman in a sex act and sent the video to a group of team-mates won't be stood down for this weekend's game.

Fresh facility to pave way into new careers

Skills Group head of operations and delivery Jess Corbett sits among the new furniture in the...

Fresh facility to pave way into new careers

Dunedin is set to become the first South Island city to host a range of new career pathway courses.

Cop assaulted in back-to-school Maccas brawl

A 15-year-old girl allegedly assaulted a police officer as a back-to-school brawl between 20 teenagers erupted outside a Dunedin fast food restaurant.

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‘Little written’ about costs

Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga has endorsed plans to restore Dunedin's Municipal Chambers,...

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‘Little written’ about costs

Little written information was provided to DCC elected representatives before they agreed $14 million should be spent on preserving and upgrading the Municipal Chambers, a councillor says.