$320,000 for performing arts chance to 'get it right'
A $320,000 injection of government cash into performing arts in Dunedin has been hailed as a chance to ''really get it right'' after the demise of the Fortune Theatre.
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Court of Appeal sits in Dunedin after long absence
Court of Appeal sits in Dunedin after long absence
For the first time in nearly 15 years, the Court of Appeal is sitting in Dunedin - and it will not be the last.
Fears for 'dark sky' ambitions
Fears for 'dark sky' ambitions
The Dunedin City Council is pressing ahead with new 3000-Kelvin street lights for the city, despite concerns it might spell trouble for the city's ''dark sky'' ambitions.
Mosgiel pool planning starts
Mosgiel pool planning starts
Planning is under way as Mosgiel's long-awaited new pool moves another a step closer.
Nearly 3000 dogs not yet registered
Nearly 3000 dogs not yet registered
Dunedin's love affair with man's best friend continues to grow.
Council's property dept 'has turned corner'
Council's property dept 'has turned corner'
The Dunedin City Council's new property services group manager says the department has turned a corner after a difficult period.
Protection needed for Sims building
Protection needed for Sims building, council critic says
A critic of the way the Dunedin City Council has handled the former Sims Engineering building in Port Chalmers says more needs to done to protect the historic building while a use is found.
Retailers want Easter Sunday trading option
Retailers want Easter Sunday trading option
Dunedin retailers still want the choice to open their doors on Easter Sunday.
Saddle Hill quarry to continue
Saddle Hill quarry to continue
A controversial quarry will be able to continue on Dunedin's Saddle Hill as long as it remains within its existing footprint, the Dunedin City Council says.
New chambers blessed and in use
New chambers blessed and in use
Marewa Preddy-Parata (left), Phyllis Smith, Edward Ellison, Otago Regional Council deputy chairwoman Gretchen Robertson and chairman Stephen Woodhead admire an artwork, entitled Kaitiakitanga, at...
Exhibitions on hold at Toitu
Exhibitions on hold at Toitu
New exhibitions at Toitu Otago Settlers Museum in Dunedin are on hold for at least a year so staff can focus on processing a backlog of items in its collection.
Public input sought to save Sims Engineering building
Public input sought to save Sims Engineering building
Retaining the century-old Sims Engineering building in Port Chalmers is likely to be extensive and costly, a report has found.
Key staff member leaves city council
Key staff member leaves city council
The Dunedin City Council staff member who played a key role in bringing this year's Trenz conference to the city for the first time has resigned to take up a new role in Christchurch.
Review of Dunedin's tourism agency under way
Review of Dunedin's tourism agency under way
A review of the Dunedin City Council's in-house economic development, marketing and tourism agency, Enterprise Dunedin, is under way.
Premium hikes hit Dunedin
Premium hikes hit Dunedin
The days of some types of insurance cover could be numbered, after two major companies lifted premiums in Dunedin and other centres because of the heightened risk of natural disasters.
Locations for more recycling hubs sought
Locations for more recycling hubs sought
The Dunedin City Council is on the hunt for suitable space for new recycling hubs following the ‘‘overwhelming’’ success of the first two.
Govt chips in for waterfront project
Govt chips in for waterfront project
A cash injection for Dunedin's waterfront development from the Government's $3 billion Provincial Growth Fund is just the start, but developers are already lining up to back the project, the DCC says.
Minister to announce waterfront funding
Minister to announce waterfront funding
The Government is set to announce financial support for Dunedin's multimillion-dollar waterfront development project.
Funding soon for place-based projects
Funding soon for place-based projects
Community groups with projects based on geographical area rather than a particular interest will soon be able to seek financial support from a new Dunedin City Council grants fund of up to $900,000.
Council seeks sites for more inner-city recycling hubs
Council seeks sites for more inner-city recycling hubs
Two Dunedin inner-city recycling hubs have been so successful since their installation last year the Dunedin City Council is looking for spaces for more.