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Trump 'thinks he has a deal' with Zelenskyy, Putin

US President Donald Trump acknowledged that tariffs could lead to disruptions and hardships for...

Trump 'thinks he has a deal' with Zelenskyy, Putin

US President Donald Trump says he thinks he has a deal with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to settle the war in Ukraine.

Man imported cocaine while on community detention

Jamie Pope imported quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine while on community detention. Photo...

Christchurch man imported cocaine while on community detention

A man who imported meth and cocaine from overseas while on a police curfew will now be locked down around the clock after Customs intercepted two packages destined for his Christchurch address.

Teen appears in court as murder charge laid

Kyle Whorrall was killed at a bus stop on St Johns Rd in Meadowbank, Auckland. Photo: SUPPLIED

Teen charged with murder of US student appears in court

A 16-year-old youth has appeared in Youth Court, after being charged with the murder and aggravated robbery of US student Kyle Whorrall at an Auckland bus stop.

Third of NZers needing help with food

Third of NZers needing help with food

Nearly a third of New Zealanders have needed help accessing food in the past year, according to Consumer NZ.

Sub-zero start for some in South

It's a chilly start for many in the South this morning, with sub-zero temperatures and frosts in some areas.

PM will not step in over Peters' RNZ comments

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (L) and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters. Photo: RNZ

PM will not step in over Peters' RNZ comments

The Prime Minister says he will not intervene over comments by Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters about RNZ's funding.

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Concern swells over 'horrendous' flight costs

"[The sector is] less competitive than groceries and banks that the government spend a lot of...

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Concern swells over 'horrendous' flight costs

Dire accounts of prohibitive airfares for flights to and from the South continue to flood in from Otago Daily Times readers.

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Chewbacca suit six month labour of love

Macandrew Bay Star Wars megafan Jason Connolly adjusts the fur on his Chewbacca costume worn by...

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Chewbacca suit six month labour of love

He rode shotgun with Han Solo, put C-3PO back together and strangled Lando when his betrayal became clear.

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Trust floated to save Sammy’s

A plan could be starting to come together for what should be done with Dunedin’s former...

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Trust floated to save Sammy’s

A trust may need to be formed to lead mothballed Dunedin music venue Sammy’s back into the spotlight, a city councillor says.

Exhibition honours port residents who served in WW1

Port Chalmers Maritime Museum exhibition curator Shirley Jack reads a book she put together about...

Exhibition honours port residents who served in WW1

A Dunedin woman’s five-year passion project has turned into an Anzac display at a maritime museum.

Lotto 2475

Lotto 2475

Results from last night's Lotto draw

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Tears as beloved kids' art workshop closes

Ma Fi Arts teacher Matthew Robertson shapes a bit of clay while partner Fiona Robertson holds a...

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Tears as beloved kids' art workshop closes

After more than 20 years of introducing children to the fine arts, a Dunedin couple is closing shop.

Seesaw to be repaired a second time

Seesaw to be repaired a second time

A wheelchair-accessible seesaw in George St has again been removed because of damage.

Force of nature

Force of nature

Lava flows from Mount Etna, Italy, yesterday.

Hundreds remember ‘beautiful’ presence

Remembering the late Pope Francis are Luciana Soto (left), of Argentina, and Marita Johnson, of...

Hundreds remember ‘beautiful’ presence

As the bell tolled at Dunedin’s St Joseph’s Cathedral, people gathered to remember a humble man who helped to change the world — Pope Francis.

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Concern about ECE qualifications plan

The 20 hours scheme pays higher subsidies for the first 20 hours of attendance at services that...

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Concern about ECE qualifications plan

Extreme concerns have been raised by Dunedin’s early childhood education sector following a recent government review which appears set to "dumb down" ECE teacher qualifications.

China considers building nuclear plant on Moon

China is considering building a nuclear power plant on the Moon. Photo: Getty Images

China considers building nuclear plant on Moon

China is considering building a nuclear plant on the Moon to power the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) it is planning with Russia, a presentation by a senior official showed on Wednesday.

Fallen trees on gully track

Theresa Moore (front) and Sarah Wright climb over a fallen douglas fir tree on a track in Bethunes Gully, Dunedin, yesterday.

Family prepares to sever connection with the land

Island Farm owner Owen Thomas is sad to leave the farm. PHOTO: JOHN COSGROVE

Family prepares to sever connection with the land

One of the many heritage farming properties in Canterbury will soon be ending its 140-year family connection when it is sold.

Pope's body moved to St Peter's Basilica

The body of Pope Francis, laid out in an open coffin, was carried in a solemn procession from his residence within the walls of the Vatican City to St Peter's Basilica.

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