Tributes for talented young rider
A teen who died in a crash in Dunedin at the weekend was a talented motocross rider who won national titles.
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Lockdown broken quickly and often
Lockdown broken quickly and often
The first man in Dunedin to be arrested over breaching the Covid-19 lockdown took less than 24 hours to break the law, a court has heard.
Prisoner who scarred three in bar refused parole
Prisoner who scarred three in bar refused parole
A former Otago student who wounded three people in a bar attack has been refused parole because he requires more treatment in prison.
Many small things make a big difference
Many small things make a big difference
Greg McLeod is surprised when he finds envelopes in his mailbox these days.
Bells sound welcome for toroa
Bells sound welcome for toroa
One by one, the royals are arriving back in Dunedin.
Mission to treat eating disorders
Mission to treat eating disorders
After fully recovering from a serious eating disorder, Kristie Amadio is bringing to Dunedin a message of hope.
Balclutha driver four times over limit on motorway: police
Balclutha driver four times over limit on motorway: police
A driver bound for Balclutha had their journey cut short on Dunedin’s Southern Motorway, after she was found to be more than four times over the legal breath alcohol limit.
Otago biggest recipient in funding round
Otago biggest recipient in funding round
The University of Otago has gained more than $4.2million, more than any other university, in the Health Research Council’s latest funding round.
Night in cell after false 111 call
Night in cell after false 111 call
A 54-year-old man has spent the night in a Dunedin police cell after making a false call to emergency services.
Flax and grass recover from fire
Flax and grass recover from fire
One year on from a Dunedin fire that burnt 30ha of scrub and closed several popular tracks, the vegetation shows resilience, Forest and Bird members say.
Motorcycle rider seriously injured in spill
Motorcycle rider seriously injured in spill
Emergency services rushed to a central Dunedin street after a rider came off their motorcycle yesterday, sustaining serious injuries.
Level 1: relief but caution
Level 1: relief but caution
Near-normal life is back. Concerts, sports events and parties are again allowed, but while people in the South are excited about living with fewer restrictions, some remain cautious.
Heavy rain and gales for South Island
Heavy rain and gales for South Island
MetService is warning of heavy rain and strong winds for most of the South Island.
Crisis cafe possible option
Crisis cafe possible option
A "crisis cafe" near Dunedin Hospital has been suggested as a way to help the mentally ill and take some of the pressure off its emergency department.
One hurt after car hits tree in East Taieri
One hurt after car hits tree in East Taieri
A person sustained moderate injuries when the car they were in collided with a tree in East Taieri this morning.
Drink-drivers involved in weekend prangs
Drink-drivers involved in weekend prangs
Drink-drivers were involved in crashes with parked cars and parking meters in Dunedin at the weekend.
Man refuses to leave Dunedin bottle store
Man refuses to leave Dunedin bottle store
Threatening and aggressive behaviour led to trespass notices being issued in Dunedin on Friday night.
Street name recognises Polish heritage
Street name recognises Polish heritage
A new street name honouring early Polish settlers to the region was unveiled in Mosgiel yesterday.
Finding fare at markets popular weekend pastime
Finding fare at markets popular weekend pastime
Crowds went mad for markets in Dunedin on a sunny Saturday morning.
Continued Covid effort needed: Hawkins
Continued Covid effort needed: Hawkins
Dunedin's mayor is welcoming the move to Alert Level 1 but says a continued effort is needed to keep the virus at bay.