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Polytech boss 'deeply disappointed' over change
Otago Polytechnic's leaders are "deeply disappointed" with a new educational model they say will risk its future viability.
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Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway
Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway
A Dunedin postie was treated by ambulance officers after being knocked off his motorbike in a Dunedin driveway.
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Flood damage could cost region up to $700m
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Flood damage could cost region up to $700m
Up to $700 million worth of residential property could be in the path of intense flooding when extreme weather hits Otago over the next 35 years.
Fog delays more than a dozen Dunedin flights
Fog delays more than a dozen Dunedin flights
Dunedin Airport had 13 flight disruptions today due to persistent fog.
Leader nuclear ‘red button’ concerns
Leader nuclear ‘red button’ concerns
When it comes to those who have the power to push "the big red button" and start a nuclear war, it has always been hoped that cool heads will prevail.
A slice of Italy in Dunedin's St Clair
A slice of Italy in Dunedin's St Clair
A Dunedin seaside suburb is becoming a haven for Italian expats and foodies alike.
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Scientist’s contributions recognised
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Scientist’s contributions recognised
A leading environmental scientist and University of Otago graduate has been elected to one of the world’s most distinguished scientific bodies.
Otago has 'work to do' before getting out of new 'federation'
Otago has 'work to do' before getting out of new 'federation'
Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds says the government will look at removing Otago Polytechnic from its newly created "federation" model but there was still a "little bit of work to do" for the institute to get to a surplus.
Call to include feral cats in predator-free strategy
Call to include feral cats in predator-free strategy
A feral cat stalks prey on Otago Peninsula in this file photo.
Fun in the sun
Fun in the sun
Sisters Aqila, 9, and Aleeya Subkhan, 5, of Dunedin, make the most of the sunny weather in Dunedin yesterday.
‘Marked improvement’ in mental health shown
‘Marked improvement’ in mental health shown
The South is showing "marked improvement" in most of its mental health targets, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says.
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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit
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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit
Unlike Willy Wonka, chocolate-maker Lucian Petherick blends into a crowd.
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Dunedin rugby player shared secret sex video with team-mates
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Dunedin rugby player shared secret sex video with team-mates
A Dunedin rugby player who secretly filmed a woman in a sex act and sent the video to a group of team-mates won't be stood down for this weekend's game.
Fresh facility to pave way into new careers
Fresh facility to pave way into new careers
Dunedin is set to become the first South Island city to host a range of new career pathway courses.
Cop assaulted in back-to-school Maccas brawl
Cop assaulted in back-to-school Maccas brawl
A 15-year-old girl allegedly assaulted a police officer as a back-to-school brawl between 20 teenagers erupted outside a Dunedin fast food restaurant.
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‘Little written’ about costs
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‘Little written’ about costs
Little written information was provided to DCC elected representatives before they agreed $14 million should be spent on preserving and upgrading the Municipal Chambers, a councillor says.
Frustration reveals driving issues
Frustration reveals driving issues
Frustration over an empty petrol tank has revealed one man's questionable activities.
Arrest after 'threats and posturing'
Arrest after 'threats and posturing'
A show of "threats and posturing", accompanied by an array of improvised weapons, led to the arrest of one man in Dunedin.
Uber hailed in attempt to evade police
Uber hailed in attempt to evade police
Two men fleeing a car crash in Dunedin hailed an Uber in their attempt to escape from police.
Uni launches bid to fund residency
Uni launches bid to fund residency
Determined to get the prestigious Children’s Writer in Residence fellowship back in place for 2027, the University of Otago has launched a major fundraising campaign.