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    Threat to kill follows suspended driver's failed escape: police

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    Threat to kill follows suspended driver's failed escape: police

    A foiled escape on wheels followed by a 30m foot chase culminated in a woman allegedly threatening to kill officers in Mosgiel, police say.

    Community boards lay out their priorities

    Paul Pope. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

    Community boards lay out their priorities

    Dunedin's community boards are calling for the Dunedin City Council to put more effort into local adaptation, mitigation and the emergency response for extreme weather events.

    Honorary degree — and a little Mozart

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    Honorary degree — and a little Mozart

    Otago alumnus Prof Jonathan Lemalu performs Non piu andrai from Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro after being presented with an honorary doctor of music degree.

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    No funds remain for owner, creditors

    The former Anatolia Turkish Kebab House premises in Princes St, pictured in October 2025, which...

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    No funds remain for owner, creditors

    The owner of a collapsed Dunedin kebab restaurant owing more than $140,000 says he "lost everything" after the Covid-19 pandemic.

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    Councils square off over port

    Some local government representatives are divided over the ownership of Port Otago. Photo: Linda...

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    Councils square off over port

    The "cash-strapped" Dunedin City Council has been warned to keep its hands off Port Otago, as three city councillors eye up regional assets.

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    Dunedin video game creators bring Pavs home

    Members of two Dunedin-based video game companies were recognised at a national level on Saturday...

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    Dunedin video game creators bring Pavs home

    Two Dunedin video game companies have taken home national awards celebrating the inclusiveness and diversity of their games.

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    Sending a message

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    Sending a message

    Southern Young Labour member Tyler Proctor looks over letters of support with Taieri MP Ingrid Leary at Caversham Pharmacy in South Rd yesterday.

    Rubber tree evokes hometown

    Layne Carvalho, of Brazil, holds the rubber tree she bought at the Friends of Dunedin Botanic...

    Rubber tree evokes hometown

    Who would have thought buying a rubber plant would bring so much joy?

    University of Otago graduation parade

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    University of Otago graduation parade

    Hundreds of students graduated in two ceremonies at the Dunedin Town Hall on Saturday following a parade along the city’s central retail street, George St.

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    ‘Really proud’ at bittersweet graduation

    Leigh Albert’s graduation from the University of Otago today is expected to be ‘‘bittersweet’’....

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    ‘Really proud’ at bittersweet graduation

    ‘‘After my partner’s accident, I thought nothing else can hurt me, so I’ve got nothing to lose by trying.’’

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    Manager thrilled to dive into role

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    Manager thrilled to dive into role

    After 20 years away from Dunedin, the city’s new pools manager is thrilled to dive headfirst into his role.

    Obituary: Barsby let deeds match words

    John Barsby, at home in Dunedin. Photo: supplied

    Obituary: Barsby let deeds match words

    The Roman poet Ovid wrote "Let others praise ancient times; I am glad I was born in these".

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    Paid parking changes net DCC $121k

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    Paid parking changes net DCC $121k

    The Dunedin City Council has raked in more than $120,000 in Sunday parking revenue six months since the policy came into force.

    Naval base visit confirms dream for King’s pair

    King’s High School year 13 students Nick Reid (left) and Ryan Pariachi, pictured in front of...

    Naval base visit confirms dream for King’s pair

    A visit to a naval base sealed the deal for two Dunedin secondary students who are planning to sign up for a life on the high seas.

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    Violence against health workers highlighted

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    Violence against health workers highlighted

    Violence against health workers is frequent and under-reported, a newly published New Zealand Medical Journal article says.

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    DCC lead stance prompts debate

    Council by-election candidate and former city councillor Andrew Whiley. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    DCC lead stance prompts debate

    The Dunedin City Council’s controversial stance about redevelopment and residual lead in soil prompted a lot of discussion among government officials and advisers.

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    Candidates back Port Chalmers area revival

    Duncan Eddy. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Candidates back Port Chalmers area revival

    Plans to revive an abandoned area in Port Chalmers once slated for state housing has the approval of most Dunedin City by-election candidates.

    Mothers going without to feed children: study

    Mothers going without to feed children: study

    Kiwi mums are going to great lengths to ensure their children are fed well - often at the expense of their own wellbeing - Otago University research shows.

    Ong's access to confidential info restricted following leaks

    Benedict Ong. Photo: Gerard O'Brien

    Ong's access to confidential info restricted following leaks

    Embattled Dunedin city councillor Benedict Ong has had restrictions placed on him regarding receiving confidential council information.

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    Young drivers remain over-represented in crash data

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    Young drivers remain over-represented in crash data

    ACC says 2328 claims across Otago and Southland cost the taxpayer $55 million to help people recover - its highest point in six years.
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