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    KiwiHarvest striving to keep up with food demand

    KiwiHarvest Dunedin operations co-ordinator Darryn Graves (left) hands over food to PSO food bank...

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    KiwiHarvest striving to keep up with food demand

    KiwiHarvest is distributing a third more food in Dunedin than last year as demand continues to skyrocket.

    Ballet at its darkest—and possibly best

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    Ballet at its darkest—and possibly best

    I have always wanted to see Dracula as a ballet and Big Live’s production did not disappoint — it was indeed ballet at its darkest.

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    Residents fear ‘fire sale’ after state land fails to sell

    Duncan Eddy. Photo: Gregor Richardson

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    Residents fear ‘fire sale’ after state land fails to sell

    Locals fear that abandoned land in Port Chalmers formerly set aside for state housing will be sold off in a "fire sale" to a private developer.

    Teacher comes out of woodwork for reunion

    Teacher comes out of woodwork for reunion

    A lot has changed at a Dunedin secondary school since it opened 50 years ago, a day-one teacher says.

    ‘Privilege’ to represent principals

    Heidi Hayward. File photo: Peter McIntosh

    ‘Privilege’ to represent principals

    A Dunedin principal is honoured to have been appointed vice-president of the New Zealand Principals’ Federation.

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    Severe weather continues, cleanup ongoing

    Delta arborists tend to wind-damaged trees in Anzac Ave yesterday. PHOTO: GERARD O’BRIEN

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    Severe weather continues, cleanup ongoing

    Wild weather cleanup may continue in Dunedin for the rest of the week, as more gales are anticipated.

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    Sole survivor of ’57 side meets log again

    Former Southern captain Ian Stevens with the Ranfurly Shield along with current Southern captain...

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    Sole survivor of ’57 side meets log again

    The last man believed to be still alive from the successful Otago Ranfurly Shield challenge 68 years ago was reacquainted with the Log o’ Wood yesterday.

    Originair picks up Blenheim-Christchurch connection

    Nelson-based carrier Originair is offering flights for much of the week between Blenheim and...

    Originair picks up Blenheim-Christchurch connection

    Small airline Originair is operating new weekday and Sunday flights connecting Blenheim and Christchurch.

    Spiked car driven on bare rims in joyride

    An abandoned car sits in Forbury Rd after being driven through the city on sparking rims after...

    Spiked car driven on bare rims in joyride

    A teenager was pepper-sprayed after an allegedly stolen car, spiked three times by police, was driven on its rims through Dunedin, sending sparks flying.

    Power outage hits Harbour areas

    Transpower issued a warning notice on Friday morning saying there was a risk of insufficient...

    Power outage hits Harbour areas

    Multiple unplanned outages across Dunedin will leave families without power well into the evening.

    Vehicles destroyed in hospital carpark blaze

    The fire in the Whangārei Hospital staff damaged multiple cars. Photo: Susan Edmunds

    Vehicles destroyed in hospital carpark blaze

    A blaze that damaged dozens of cars in a Whangarei Hospital carpark is believed to have been caused by a hot exhaust pipe igniting long grass nearby.

    Tree falls on Christchurch school bus

    The bus was waiting for the school pick up at the Rapaki bus stop when the tree fell on top of it...

    Tree falls on Christchurch school bus

    A large tree fell on a Christchurch Metro bus this afternoon, just before it was about to pick up school children.

    Planes grounded at Christchurch Airport

    Planes grounded at Christchurch Airport late this afternoon. Photo: RNZ

    Planes grounded at Christchurch Airport

    Operations at Christchurch Airport have been paused, leading to the cancellation of flights in and out of the city due to severe weather.

    Watch: Pedestrian blown into traffic by Wellington wind

    Watch: Pedestrian blown into traffic by Wellington wind

    A dramatic video shows the moment a pedestrian is blown off their feet and into traffic in Wellington.

    Andrew giving up titles right thing to do: UK minister

    Andrew relinquished his Duke of York title and other honours last week, but remains a prince....

    Andrew giving up titles right thing to do: UK minister

    Prince Andrew giving up his royal titles was the "right course of action," a senior British government minister says.

    Warnings as weather hikes outdoor fire risks

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    Warnings as weather hikes outdoor fire risks

    Fire officials are warning of an elevated fire danger in many areas, including Southland, as ongoing wild spring weather hammers the country.

    High winds claim campervans in Canterbury

    High winds claim campervans in Canterbury

    High winds are making life difficult for campervan drivers in Canterbury, where two of the vehicles have rolled today.

    Labour MP stepping down in Christchurch

    Labour MP stepping down in Christchurch

    Christchurch Central Labour MP Duncan Webb will not seek re-election in next year's general election.

    Labour scathing of ads targeting 'mega strike'

    Public Service Commissioner Brian Roche. Photo: RNZ

    Labour scathing of ads targeting 'mega strike'

    The Labour Party is concerned the Public Service Commissioner is acting in an "overly politicised way", as teachers and health workers prepare for a 'mega strike' this week.

    Daffodil Day had huge support in Fiordland

    L to R: Bernie Cournane-Co-Organiser of Fiordland Daffodil Day, Natalie Shanks-Volunteer and Te...

    Daffodil Day had huge support in Fiordland

    Forty eight volunteers assisted on Daffodil Day Street Appeal, with cold conditions and volunteers were well rugged up.
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