Hostility and courtesy: How drivers are reacting to pressure at the petrol pumps
Stories of motorists losing the plot at Dunedin petrol stations have been countered by others saying "everyone was courteous" as fuel prices skyrocket.
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No rates relief via Aurora
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No rates relief via Aurora
A Dunedin city councillor has looked to Aurora Energy for a dividend to offset rates rises, as he warns a double-digit increase poses an ‘‘existential threat’’ to the council.
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Fundraiser chance to repay community
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Fundraiser chance to repay community
The parents of a young father who took his own life were ‘‘amazed’’ by the support they received from their community after the tragedy, and have decided to pay them back.
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Graham tight-lipped as hunt starts for DCC boss
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Graham tight-lipped as hunt starts for DCC boss
Advertising for the Dunedin City Council’s chief executive position is expected to start next week.
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Boozed mum with child in car spared driving ban to do the school run
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Boozed mum with child in car spared driving ban to do the school run
A Southland woman caught drink-driving with a child in her car has avoided a disqualification so she can drive her children around.
Loud boom as hybrid vehicle 'explodes' in central Dunedin
Loud boom as hybrid vehicle 'explodes' in central Dunedin
Witnesses reported hearing a loud boom when a hybrid vehicle "exploded" at a central Dunedin intersection today.
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Mercy Hospital patient refuses to pay $7000 bill
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Mercy Hospital patient refuses to pay $7000 bill
A patient at Mercy Hospital feels he has been charged ‘‘creatively’’ for an operation.
Man arrested for indecent act at Dunedin student flat
Man arrested for indecent act at Dunedin student flat
A man allegedly performed an indecent act outside the window of a Dunedin student flat before fleeing into the night.
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Poly head ready for settled year
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Poly head ready for settled year
Otago Polytechnic’s new boss says there are no planned major restructures for this year, as the institution looks to get back on track after a turbulent period.
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Call to stop, take a look at ‘fusion’ cross
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Call to stop, take a look at ‘fusion’ cross
The Dunedin religious community is calling on people to stop and take a look at a largely overlooked sculpture in the centre of the city that is a symbol of city-wide co-operation.
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Museum chairman’s fundraising efforts for new sprinklers continue
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Museum chairman’s fundraising efforts for new sprinklers continue
David Hutchinson is back in the water again this weekend, in his crusade to raise funds for a much-needed new fire sprinkler system at Tūhura Otago Museum.
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Ukraine consul keen to deepen ties with NZ
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Ukraine consul keen to deepen ties with NZ
The Ukraine’s new honorary consul to the South Island says she has been impressed by New Zealanders’ knowledge and support of her country.
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Otago prof to co-lead brain health partnership
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Otago prof to co-lead brain health partnership
Neurological and mental health disorders have now surpassed cardiovascular diseases as the leading causes of disability and mortality, affecting more than 3 billion people globally.
Region top in use of ketamine
Region top in use of ketamine
Otago is leading the country in ketamine use as new data reveals the region is a particular hotbed for the increasingly popular party drug.
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Petrol cans sell out amid oil price rise
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Petrol cans sell out amid oil price rise
Can't buy it. Can’t store it. Petrol is becoming hard to find, but never mind — simply do what many in the South are doing: hop on the bus.
‘Trooper’ in setback after cancer returns
‘Trooper’ in setback after cancer returns
Just one year after ringing a bell marking the end of his cancer treatment, Noah Dobier, of Dunedin, is facing more aggressive intervention to rid him of the disease.
Motorcyclist seriously hurt in Waikouaiti
Motorcyclist seriously hurt in Waikouaiti
A motorcyclist is in a serious condition following a crash in Waikouaiti.
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Demand placing pressure on diesel supply
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Demand placing pressure on diesel supply
Diesel pumps are running dry across Otago and contractors are ramping up their prices to cover skyrocketing fuel costs.
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Stadium needs significant upgrade: DVML
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Stadium needs significant upgrade: DVML
Councillors will be asked to back a significant investment in Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr Stadium so it can stage a wider range of events.
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By-election candidate triggered bomb scare
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By-election candidate triggered bomb scare
A man whose actions triggered a bomb scare at a council is standing in the Dunedin City Council by-election.