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A staff member at the hotel uncovered the man's deception. Photo: File image

Globetrotting conman who posed as UN official nabbed in Christchurch

An international scam artist, who has allegedly posed as a United Nations official and paramedic, was caught in Christchurch after he left a hotel without paying for his two-week stay.

Phillips break-in may show support is waning: police

A still image from the CCTV believed to show Tom Phillips and a child. Photo: NZ Police

Phillips break-in may show support is waning: police

Police say a break-in for groceries by fugitive Marokopa father Tom Phillips which was caught on CCTV could be a sign he 'has fallen out' with supporters.

Dunedin man jailed for crossbow shooting with 'bullet-point arrow'

Shaun Michael Hartstone. Photo: Rob Kidd

Dunedin man jailed for crossbow shooting with 'bullet-point arrow'

A Dunedin man who used a crossbow in a “vigilante” attack, following a dispute over a motorcycle, has been jailed for nearly six and a half years.

Young sportsman in fight of life after staph infection

Seamus Stack in ICU last Wednesday before having open-heart surgery. Photo: Supplied

Young sportsman in fight of life after staph infection

A week ago, 23-year-old sportsman Seamus Stack was in an induced coma after open-heart surgery to save his life.

Woman, teen arrested in search for accused cop killer

Updated 12.05 pm

Armed police arrested a woman and a teenage boy as they continue to hunt for a fugitive accused of murdering two officers in Victoria.

Man charged after 27 petrol drive-off thefts

A Christchurch man has been arrested in relation to 27 separate petrol drive-off thefts across Canterbury.

New CCTV footage shows fugitive dad Tom Phillips

New CCTV footage shows fugitive father Tom Phillips and child

CCTV footage believed to be of fugitive Marokopa father Tom Phillips and one of his children has been released by police.

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Player breached home detention to play in final

Conor Lawson breached his home detention to play for the West Taieri Pigs in their final against...

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Player breached home detention to play in final

A representative rugby player breached home detention to play in an Otago club final wearing his ankle bracelet tucked under his sock.

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Senior students told to stay home amid sickness spike

Green Island School principal Aaron Warrington. PHOTO: Gregor Richardson

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Senior students told to stay home amid sickness spike

Southern schools are experiencing a spike in sickness-related absences, one school keeping its entire senior cohort off school today due to a lack of available teachers.

Funding ‘bringing mojo back’ to derelict stations

Minister for Rail Winston Peters (centre) announced a boost in funding from $125,000 per annum to...

Funding ‘bringing mojo back’ to derelict stations

Minister for Rail Winston Peters is "bringing the mojo back" to neglected railway stations with new funding to repair stations such as the Mataura Railway Station.

Someone knows about injuries: expert

An expert says somebody knows what happened to a child with 13 broken ribs said to be caused by a prominent sportsman.

Local body elections 2025: Central Otago District Council

Local body elections 2025: Central Otago District Council

Central Otago’s next district council will inherit a district under pressure from growth, with booming towns like Cromwell and Clyde grappling with housing demand, infrastructure strains and questions of affordability.

Premature babies may be more prone to health issues: study

Premature babies may be more prone to health issues: study

A longitudinal study of New Zealand babies shows those born very prematurely may be more vulnerable to early organ decline and future health issues.

Trilling finale

Trilling finale

Columba College perform in the Big Sing Finale at the Dunedin Town Hall last night.

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Only city-wide ban possible, adviser says

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Only city-wide ban possible, adviser says

Banning alcohol sold in glass containers in Dunedin would only be possible if it included the whole city, councillors have heard.

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‘Superstar’ sniffer named Top Dog with a Job

New Zealand’s 2025 Top Dog with a Job, Boss celebrating his big win with a few cheesy treats and...

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‘Superstar’ sniffer named Top Dog with a Job

New Zealand’s Top Dog with a Job for 2025 was more worried about where his dad had gone than taking out a national prize.

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No GP for East Otago patients 'nothing new' for regions

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No GP for East Otago patients 'nothing new' for regions

Patients at East Otago Health are without a GP as the health crisis in the regions deepens.

Back to nature

St Leonard's School pupil Leif Hill, 10, points out to Orokonui Ecosanctuary guide Oscar Thomas during the Enviroschools year 4-6 student hui yesterday.

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