Dunedin

Makeup event to be staged after rain stops carnival

The Midwinter Carnival team says it is working towards a makeup event in the coming weeks after organisers had to cancel the second night of the carnival at the weekend because of heavy rain.

The physics behind a perfect punch

Martial mechanics. . .Emily Hall shows how combining karate and physics can deliver a powerful...

The physics behind a perfect punch

Physics and karate are about to collide in Dunedin.

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Sleepy sea lion just fine, thanks

A large sea lion yawns at the Steamer Basin. Two recreational fishers had been concerned about it...

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Sleepy sea lion just fine, thanks

A "rotund" sea lion possibly sleeping off a large helping of octopus caused a stir after his serene rest under a wharf set off alarm bells for Dunedin conservation agencies.

Signing of build contract edges closer

Still waiting for work to begin on the Dunedin Hospital inpatient site. The outpatient building...

Signing of build contract edges closer

After years of delay, the government is finally edging closer to a contract with an Australian construction giant to build the new Dunedin hospital, the ODT understands.

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Simms rejects criticism of inexperience

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Simms rejects criticism of inexperience

A Dunedin mayoralty candidate says voters who want change should not be distracted by city councillor suggestions he lacks enough council experience.

Obituary: a man with a big, loving family

Foster parents Jim and Ann Dick with one of their charges. Photo: Jane Dawber

Obituary: a man with a big, loving family

Jim Dick was a proud family man and, over more than 40 years, he and his wife Ann fostered numerous children in their North East Valley home.

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Committee backs new St Clair parking limits

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Committee backs new St Clair parking limits

The days of circling St Clair on the hunt for an elusive carpark may be coming to an end as the Dunedin City Council moves ahead with parking changes in the area.

Ex-navy serviceman named Act candidate

Ex-navy serviceman named Act candidate

A former navy serviceman is being backed by Act New Zealand to ensure the Dunedin City Council is a tight ship, if he is elected.

Networks 'coped well' with downpour

After a day of heavy rain for the region, MetService has lifted all weather warnings and watches for Otago and Southland.

Aim to make science ‘accessible’

Dr Michelle Thaller, ex-NASA scientist. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

Aim to make science ‘accessible’

An American astronomer is hoping to break perceived barriers for understanding science at the science festival in Dunedin after working at Nasa for nearly 30 years.

New fleet of electric buses launched

Queenstown-based Otago regional councillor Alexa Forbes christens a new electric bus with a...

New fleet of electric buses launched

The ORC has launched a new fleet of electric buses and Orbus On Demand bus service - a ride-share service for Mosgiel, Wingatui, East Taieri and Kinmont.

Extra reason to celebrate in Mana Pounamu’s 25th year

Mana Pounamu award recipients Jade Taani (left), 17, of Queen’s High School, and Camila Barns, 15...

Extra reason to celebrate in Mana Pounamu’s 25th year

A special milestone for an award ceremony celebrating Maori students across Otago helps a passionate educator’s legacy live on, her daughter says.

Second night of Midwinter Carnival cancelled

Organisers of the Dunedin Midwinter Carnival have had to cancel the second night of the event due to bad weather.

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Change in leadership team: Another project boss back

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Change in leadership team: Another project boss back

Yet another former boss of the new Dunedin hospital has swung back into the revolving door of its leadership team, sources say.

Bringing light to darkest nights

First Church transformed into the "fluttering meadows" as visitors watch a performance.

Bringing light to darkest nights

A fire-breathing dragon, a playful moa and giant butterflies were just some of the glowing creatures on display at the Dunedin Midwinter Carnival last night.

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Ex-nurse accused of hate crime avoids conviction

Jennifer Scott, pictured here at sentencing in 2023, had charges against her withdrawn. PHOTO:...

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Ex-nurse accused of hate crime avoids conviction

A controversial former nurse who was accused of a hate crime at a pro-Palestine rally has avoided conviction over the incident.

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Blackmail complaint made to police

Gurpreet Singh. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

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Taxi driver left stressed by supposed 'prank’

A Dunedin Taxis driver says he was left shivering and in tears after believing he was being "blackmailed" for $10,000 by two fellow drivers.

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Applause as direct transtasman flight takes off

A Jetstar Airbus A320 arriving from Coolangatta, Queensland, on Tuesday turns around on the...

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Applause as direct transtasman flight takes off

The first commercial flight from Dunedin direct to Australia in five years was more than just a milestone for some passengers. Tim Scott joined those aboard the Gold Coast flight.