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    President Donald Trump watches on during a military parade through the streets of Washington....

    Trump military parade marred by day of violence, protests

    President Donald Trump's long-sought military parade has rolled through the streets of Washington, but the celebration of the US Army's 250th anniversary was marred by a day of violence and discord.

    Police concerned for woman missing from Dunedin Hospital

    Photo: Supplied/NZ Police

    Police concerned for woman missing from Dunedin Hospital

    Dunedin Police are asking for help to locate Lynda, who has not been seen in two days.

    Deep dive into New Zealand's growing meth crisis

    The victim of gang-related torture in Nelson over missing drugs had both his toes squeezed with a...

    Deep dive into New Zealand's growing meth crisis

    Methamphetamine use has exploded over the past year, with the social and health related harm yet to be seen.

    Political blame game over slipping standards among police recruits

    A significant number of applicants are allowed into the college, despite failing preliminary...

    Political blame game over slipping standards among police recruits

    Current and former police ministers are pointing fingers at each other over slipping standards at the Police College.

    Israel warns 'Tehran will burn' as strikes continue

    A drone photo shows the damage over residential homes at the impact site following missile attack...

    Israel warns 'Tehran will burn' as strikes continue

    Israel has pounded Iran for a second day and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said its campaign would intensify, while Tehran called off nuclear talks that Washington had held out as the only way...

    Manhunt after ‘politically motivated assassination' of US politician

    State representative Melissa Hortman. Photo: Supplied

    Manhunt after ‘politically motivated assassination' of US politician

    A gunman posing as a police officer killed a senior Democratic state assemblywoman and her husband on Saturday in an apparent "politically motivated assassination," and wounded a second lawmaker and his spouse.

    Legal action over changes to resource teaching roles 'possible'

    Education Minister Erica Stanford. Photo: RNZ

    Legal action over changes to resource teaching roles 'possible'

    The country's largest teaching union is considering legal action against the government's decision to cut resource teachers in primary schools, confirmed last month as part of the Budget.

    Woman avoids jail after 'falling in love' with 15yo

    The Christchurch District Court.

    Woman avoids jail after 'falling in love' with 15yo

    A mother of three "fell in love" with a friend’s 15-year-old son and formed a "relationship" with him before authorities discovered her "distorted thinking".

    Israeli embassy closes in Wellington

    A pro-Palestinian protest outside the Israeli Embassy building in 2023. Photo: RNZ

    Israeli embassy closes in Wellington

    The Israeli embassy in New Zealand has shut as part of a worldwide closure of the country's diplomatic missions.

    Fire leaves Brighton shed 'significantly damaged'

    Fire leaves Brighton shed 'significantly damaged'

    Firefighters from around the city were called to a well-involved fire that "significantly damaged" a Brighton shed overnight.

    Iran, Israel trade missile barrages

    Rescue and security personnel work at an impact site following missile attack from Iran on Israel...

    Iran, Israel trade missile barrages

    Iran has launched retaliatory airstrikes at Israel, with explosions heard in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, following Israel's biggest-ever military strike against its longstanding enemy.

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    Mayoral candidate ‘ready to step up’

    Cr Sophie Barker has joined the race to become mayor of Dunedin. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

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    Mayoral candidate ‘ready to step up’

    Sophie Barker has put a stop to all the rumours and speculation by announcing her campaign to be mayor of Dunedin.

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    DCC to consider official support for Israel sanctions Bill

    Dunedin city councillor Christine Garey hopes her fellow elected members will back her motion for...

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    DCC to consider official support for Israel sanctions Bill

    A Dunedin City councillor is urging her colleagues to support a government Bill which would impose sanctions against Israel.

    Study founder dies

    Phil Silva. Photo: Mark Tantrum

    Study founder dies

    Founder of the Dunedin Study, Dr Philip (Phil) Silva, has died, aged 84.

    ‘Remarkable life of achievement’ marked

    Former Dunedin Mayor and prominent businessman Sir Clifford Skeggs. Photo: ODT files

    ‘Remarkable life of achievement’ marked

    Former Dunedin mayor and prominent Otago businessman Sir Clifford Skeggs has been remembered as a "true champion of getting things done".

    Sober driver not licensed

    Photo: ODT

    Sober driver not licensed

    A man who organised a sober driver for a night out in Dunedin ended up with his car impounded and a court appearance for his friend.

    School becomes shearing shed

    King’s High School students shaved their heads for support fellow classmate Taiaroa McDonald, 17,...

    School becomes shearing shed

    Taiaroa McDonald’s classmates have made sure he does not stick out by getting the same haircut as him after the 17-year-old was diagnosed with cancer.

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    Science fund cuts further blow for uni

    "Taken in isolation, the effect is manageable but does represent a lost opportunity for our...

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    Science fund cuts further blow for uni

    The cutting of a wide-ranging government science fund is another blow for the University of Otago, academics say.

    Show smooth sailing for stand-in

    King’s High School student Ethan Towers has stepped in to take over the lead role of Danny Zuko...

    Show smooth sailing for stand-in

    A last-minute replacement has saved the show for two Dunedin secondary schools.

    Gearing up for the game

    PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

    Gearing up for the game

    Workers construct temporary seating at the east end of the Forsyth Barr Stadium yesterday, ahead of the All Black v France rugby test match on July 5.
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      Joseph looking at the positives

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