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Nice day for a white wedding-themed party
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Nice day for a white wedding-themed party
Looking ready to walk down the aisle are students taking part in Flo Week.
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Person treated for burns
Person treated for burns
One person was treated for minor burns after a fire in a Dundas St flat last night.
One treated for burns after Dundas St flat fire
One treated for burns after Dundas St flat fire
One person was treated for minor burns after a fire in a Dundas St flat this evening.
Young man critical after 10m fall from Otago University building
Young man critical after 10m fall from Otago University building
A young man was rushed to hospital in a critical condition after falling about 10 metres from the side of a University of Otago building.
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Man shot down neighbour's security cameras
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Man shot down neighbour's security cameras with paintball gun
A Dunedin neighbours-at-war situation reached a crescendo when a former real estate agent shot security cameras with a paintball gun, a court has heard.
Dunedin street window shattered by wayward car
Dunedin street window shattered by wayward car
Glass littered the pavement after a car smashed through the large street window of a central Dunedin commercial building.
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Confident big events on horizon for stadium
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Confident big events on horizon for stadium
The Forsyth Barr Stadium boss says he is confident acts will be coming to the stadium in due course but nothing can be confirmed yet.
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Increase in food parcels as students face hardship
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Increase in food parcels as students face hardship
A trip to the foodbank is becoming an increasing occurrence for University of Otago students, as the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite.
Police call for 'significant culture change' as Flo Week concerns rise
Police call for 'significant culture change' as Flo Week concerns rise
There is concern that some behaviour at Dunedin's annual 'Flo' and 'O' weeks is out of control and highly dangerous, with students clambering onto roofs.
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'Without substance': Ong's complaint against Chambers thrown out
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'Without substance': Ong's complaint against Chambers thrown out
A complaint by Benedict Ong against a fellow Dunedin city councillor alleging "discriminatory remarks" has been dismissed after it was found to be without substance.
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Reinstating fireworks would come at a cost — council
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Reinstating fireworks would come at a cost — council
An Otago Harbour fireworks display would require more ratepayers’ money to go up in smoke than other options for welcoming the new year, the Dunedin City Council says.
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Oil silo goes up, along with tourism
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Oil silo goes up, along with tourism
A new oil tank to store jet fuel and diesel has been constructed in Dunedin amid a boom in the city’s tourism.
Dunedin man 'loses $525k in 18-year romance scam'
Dunedin man 'loses $525k in 18-year romance scam'
An "unsuspecting" Dunedin man has been duped out of over half a million dollars by an Auckland woman in an elaborate romance scam, police say.
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No intention to co-operate, Ong says
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No intention to co-operate, Ong says
A Dunedin city councillor at the centre of a conduct complaint is refusing to co-operate with an investigator looking into the case.
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Actors thrilled with theatre award wins
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Actors thrilled with theatre award wins
In between working part-time at a cafe, officiating weddings and funerals and being a solo-mother, a Dunedin comic has forged a successful career in theatre.
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Coverage denied over risk of flood
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Coverage denied over risk of flood
A Taieri homeowner was shocked to be refused home insurance because of flood risk when shopping around for a lower premium.
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New murals in the works for festival
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New murals in the works for festival
Scenes of summer are emerging on walls across southern Dunedin.
Chasing rainbows
Chasing rainbows
If you live in the West Harbour area of Dunedin, and you look in the right places, you may find a couple of pots of gold.
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A new life for Layla
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A new life for Layla
An adopted dog and her new owner are settling into a routine that involves a backyard, the beach, and being on the couch.
National puts candidate on ballot again
National puts candidate on ballot again
The race for the Taieri electorate in the 2026 general election will look very much like the 2023 contest, National having confirmed that Matthew French will once more contest the seat.