Shoplifter with sweet tooth 'stole $3000 worth of chocolate'
A thief with a sweet tooth has been charged with stealing hundreds of bars of chocolate worth thousands of dollars.
Massive waves force hundreds to evacuate in Wellington
Massive waves force hundreds to evacuate in Wellington
Residents on Wellington's south coast have been told to evacuate as the region braces against massive forecast swells in the Cook Strait.
Dunedin man accused of murdering 'all around good bugger' keeps identity secret
Dunedin man accused of murdering 'all around good bugger' keeps identity secret
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A Dunedin man charged with murder has appeared in court this morning and will be assessed by mental-health professionals while his identity remains under wraps.
Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups hamper response
Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups hamper response
The Democratic Republic of Congo says confirmed Ebola deaths have climbed to 101 and that the presence of armed groups is continuing to hinder the response in the hardest-hit province.
Mother-of-five named as Christchurch crash victim
Mother-of-five named as Christchurch crash victim
A mother-of-five who died in a single-car crash in Christchurch has been named by police.
Iran and Israel pause strikes as Trump Netanyahu tensions grow
Iran and Israel pause strikes as Trump Netanyahu tensions grow
Iran and Israel say they have halted attacks on each other after an appeal from US President Donald Trump that they immediately "stop shooting", though Tehran said it would resume strikes if Israel...
Uni's sexual assault investigation leaves academic 'sick to the stomach'
Uni's sexual assault investigation leaves academic 'sick to the stomach'
An investigation into sexual assault, bullying and harassment claims against a university professor left a colleague "sick to the stomach" over the alleged inadequacy of the process.
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Brooking rises in Labour’s list rankings
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Brooking rises in Labour’s list rankings
Labour’s hierarchy has cast a vote in favour of its Dunedin MP Rachel Brooking, giving her a substantial promotion on its party list.
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Couple clash with council over container
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Couple clash with council over container
A Port Chalmers couple say they are exhausted by a ‘‘gruelling’’ battle with the city council over their berm-based container.
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Dunedin businessman claims rape allegations false
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Dunedin businessman claims rape allegations false
A Dunedin businessman who has held shares in Scott’s Auto Sales and the Dunedin Casino denies multiple rape allegations against him.
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Lack of evidence ends penguin inquiry
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Lack of evidence ends penguin inquiry
Department of Conservation staff have closed their investigation into the deaths of eight little blue penguins, believed to have been killed by a dog at Long Beach, near Dunedin, due to a lack of...
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Simulated supermarkets to help youth
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Simulated supermarkets to help youth
At Woolworths’ new mini supermarkets, you can buy stuff, but it can never leave the store.
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Visitors already booking for 2028 eclipse
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Visitors already booking for 2028 eclipse
Astronomy enthusiasts are getting their accommodation sorted two years in advance as excitement grows for Dunedin’s once-in-a-millennium celestial event.
Sing it with flair
Sing it with flair
The Nautilus Chorale from Otago Girls’ High School perform at the 2026 Otago and South Canterbury Big Sing regional concert at the Dunedin Town Hall yesterday.
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Police, HNZ scolded for licence conduct
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Police, HNZ scolded for licence conduct
Police have been criticised for their handling of a liquor licence renewal which left the owner of a small Dunedin bottle store feeling bullied and intimidated.
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Photographer rapt to have sighted hawk
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Photographer rapt to have sighted hawk
A Dunedin photographer had a ‘‘once-in-a-lifetime’’ experience when he spotted a majestic hawk whose feathers had turned stark white with age.
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Trinity students get school back in tune with choir
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Trinity students get school back in tune with choir
When a group of Trinity Catholic College students found out there was no choir at their school, they decided that must be changed.
Contractors begin removal of wilding pines
Contractors begin removal of wilding pines
Work to cut down numerous pine trees from Port Chalmers to make room for land assessments has begun.
Roaming bear forces school supensions
Roaming bear forces school supensions
The Japanese city of Utsunomiya suspended all 94 of the primary and middle schools it operates after its first-ever bear sighting, an official says.
Evacuation order for Wellington coast residents
Evacuation order for Wellington coast residents
A mandatory evacuation order has been issued for waterfront properties on the Wellington south coast, ahead of huge forecast swells. A state of emergency has been declared in two areas.