Sewage plant failure: air trapped in pipes, report says
By Lauren Crimp of RNZ The catastrophic failure of the Moa Point wastewater treatment plant may have been caused by air trapped in the pipes, a report reveals.
Former sports star charged after alleged festival confrontation
Former sports star charged after alleged festival confrontation
A former international sports star has been charged with obstructing police after an alleged confrontation following a music festival.
Powerful cyclone reaches Australia's northern coast
Powerful cyclone reaches Australia's northern coast
A powerful category four cyclone has made landfall on Australia's northern coast, bringing destructive wind gusts as authorities warn it will move quickly and forcefully.
82-year-old confronts teen after early morning antics
82-year-old confronts teen after early morning antics
That was the no-nonsense question put to a 14-year-old caught with others banging on doors to wake up householders in a Canterbury township during the early hours of the morning.
Assault victim left with serious injuries
Assault victim left with serious injuries
A person with "critical injuries" has undergone surgery following a serious assault in North Canterbury on Thursday night.
Loud boom as hybrid vehicle 'explodes' in central Dunedin
Loud boom as hybrid vehicle 'explodes' in central Dunedin
Witnesses reported hearing a loud boom when a hybrid vehicle "exploded" at a central Dunedin intersection today.
Man arrested for indecent act at Dunedin student flat
Man arrested for indecent act at Dunedin student flat
A man allegedly performed an indecent act outside the window of a Dunedin student flat before fleeing into the night.
Man accused of young girl abduction found dead in prison
Man accused of young girl abduction found dead in prison
A man arrested and charged with allegedly abducting a 9-year-old girl in Christchurch last weekend has been found dead in prison.
Ukraine war peace talks take a 'situational pause'
Ukraine war peace talks take a 'situational pause'
Talks between Washington, Moscow and Kyiv on ending the war in Ukraine were on "situational pause" following the start of the Iran war.
Woman found with serious injuries on Worcester St
Seriously hurt woman had stab wounds: police
A seriously injured woman was found in Christchurch last night with what police say appear to be stab wounds.
Damage to gas infrastructure could take 'months or even years' to repair
Damage to gas infrastructure could take 'months or even years' to repair
Iranian and Israeli strikes targeted some of the Middle East's most important gas infrastructure, doing damage that will likely take years to repair.
Hostility and courtesy: How drivers are reacting to pressure at the petrol pumps
Hostility and courtesy: How drivers are reacting to pressure at the petrol pumps
Stories of motorists losing the plot at Dunedin petrol stations have been countered by others saying "everyone was courteous" as fuel prices skyrocket.
Govt exploring package to help struggling families, Willis says
Govt exploring package to help struggling families, Willis says
With the cost of fuel and other essentials rising due to the conflict in the Middle East, the government is looking at ways to ease the cost pressure for those feeling it the most.
Fewer crime victims, annual survey shows
Fewer crime victims, annual survey shows
New figures from the Ministry of Justice show fewer people are becoming victims of crime.
McSkimming claims leaks were to put him in 'worst possible light'
McSkimming claims leaks were to put him in 'worst possible light'
Disgraced former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming claimed leaking of information about police investigations into him had been intended to "portray me in the worst possible light".
Bullying allegations spark investigation
Bullying allegations spark investigation
One of Corrections' most senior staff is under investigation over allegations of bullying.
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Fundraiser chance to repay community
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Fundraiser chance to repay community
The parents of a young father who took his own life were ‘‘amazed’’ by the support they received from their community after the tragedy, and have decided to pay them back.
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Graham tight-lipped as hunt starts for DCC boss
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Graham tight-lipped as hunt starts for DCC boss
Advertising for the Dunedin City Council’s chief executive position is expected to start next week.
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No rates relief via Aurora
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No rates relief via Aurora
A Dunedin city councillor has looked to Aurora Energy for a dividend to offset rates rises, as he warns a double-digit increase poses an ‘‘existential threat’’ to the council.
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Poly head ready for settled year
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Poly head ready for settled year
Otago Polytechnic’s new boss says there are no planned major restructures for this year, as the institution looks to get back on track after a turbulent period.