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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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    ‘‘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

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    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

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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.

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    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.

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    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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    Large sum found after death

    Bonus Bonds investors are due to receive a share of the $870 million remaining in the scheme....

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    Large sum found after death

    A drug-dealer found dead in a Dunedin motel room had more than $30,000 with him at the time.

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    Celebrating Attenborough’s 100th

    University of Otago zoology and ancient ecologist Associate Prof Nic Rawlence is looking forward...

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    Celebrating Attenborough’s 100th

    Only a true fan still has ‘‘tired, worn-out old VHS tapes’’ featuring their hero.

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    Man avoids conviction following ‘vile’ attack

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    Man avoids conviction following ‘vile’ attack

    A Dunedin youth support worker has avoided a conviction after punching a stranger in the face, nearly causing him to go blind.

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    Surfing siblings to take on world

    Dunedin siblings Alexis Owen and Zara Owen will be representing New Zealand in El Salvador for...

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    Surfing siblings to take on world

    A pair of Dunedin siblings will represent New Zealand on the world stage at an international surfing competition in El Salvador.

    City thrives in nature competition

    Otto Hyink with a photograph taken at the Woodhaugh Gardens entrance of a fungi which is...

    City thrives in nature competition

    A dedicated beekeeper’s passion for mushrooms has catapulted Dunedin past Auckland in a friendly nature competition.

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    Store owner accuses police of ‘bully’ tactics

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    Store owner accuses police of ‘bully’ tactics

    A Dunedin bottle store owner has accused police of bullying and using ‘‘pressure tactics’’ in their bid to oppose its liquor licence.
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