Thousands of ambulance callouts for mental health 'non-urgent'
A study into thousands of ambulance callouts for mental health shows most were non-urgent, and should have been managed in the community.
Peters hits back at Seymour's Air NZ sale talk
Peters hits back at Seymour's Air NZ sale talk
Winston Peters says the "last thing we should do is go and panic" and make a classic mistake "based on blind ideology" in response to Air New Zealand's financial loss.
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Two more declare candidacy for by-election
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Two more declare candidacy for by-election
Political parties are staying out of the Dunedin City Council by-election.
Works on northbound one-way
Works on northbound one-way
Lines company Aurora Energy is about to start electricity upgrades on State Highway 1 in Central Dunedin.
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Nicu room backer saw need first hand
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Nicu room backer saw need first hand
A new addition to Dunedin’s neonatal intensive care unit (Nicu) will wrap love around families going through utter grief, thanks to the support of a whānau who faced a ‘‘Nicu journey’’ of their own.
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‘Incredibly sad’ as historic home razed
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‘Incredibly sad’ as historic home razed
The destruction of a historically significant Dunedin home is being lamented with ‘‘a great deal of sadness’’ as the reality of the demolition sets in.
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ORC seeks to transfer chopper trust sponsorship
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ORC seeks to transfer chopper trust sponsorship
The Otago Regional Council is looking to hand over its sponsorship of the region’s rescue helicopter service to Port Otago, but has put in a backstop in case it does not happen.
Giant tui pops up on South Dunedin wall
Giant tui pops up on South Dunedin wall
A sizable avian addition to a South Dunedin street has emerged to the delight of a Dunedin artist and the local community.
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Man found guilty of psychological abuse
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Man found guilty of psychological abuse
A former government employee has been found guilty of psychologically abusing his ex-partner.
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‘Lenient sentence’ given to drink-driving teen
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‘Lenient sentence’ given to drink-driving teen
A Dunedin teenager who racked up three driving charges in about six weeks received ‘‘quite a lenient sentence’’, a judge says.
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He paid for a park - then his car was towed
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Dunedin man's shock as car towed after paying for parking
A Dunedin man facing a parking fine of nearly $200 alleged he had parked in the area for weeks beforehand with no problems and parking signage was confusing and hidden.
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Engineering firm may go bust over tax debt
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Engineering firm may go bust over tax debt
A significant Queenstown and Dunedin-based engineering company is facing liquidation over tax debt of more than $1 million.
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Happy home for bereaved dog
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Happy home for bereaved dog
After losing his owner in tragic circumstances at St Clair Beach, 11-year-old Tuts has found love in a new home.
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University study links e-biking to better physical, mental health outcomes
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University study links e-biking to better physical, mental health outcomes
Cycling is a beneficial activity for both physical and mental health — just ask Dunedin social biking group AOK Shark Bell Riders.
Six jewelled geckos repatriated
Six jewelled geckos repatriated
Jewelled geckos found on the opposite side of the globe in an international anti-smuggling operation had markings typical of those found on Otago Peninsula, the Department of Conservation says.
Teacher loses registration after sex relationship with student
Teacher loses registration after sex relationship with student
A student's mental health deteriorated and she began to have panic attacks after a teacher began a sexual relationship with her.
Person dies after Christchurch attack involving gangs
Person dies after Christchurch attack involving gangs
One person has died following a serious incident involving gang members at a Christchurch property, police have confirmed.
Another IT outage hits hospitals
Another IT outage hits hospitals
Auckland and Northland hospitals have been hit by IT problems affecting radiology services.
Man due in court after service station incident
Man due in court after service station incident
A man charged after recent offences in the Otago coastal area is due in court on Friday, police say.
Call to stop 'derogatory' comments about councils
Call to stop 'derogatory' comments about councils
Northland Regional Council chairperson Pita Tipene has called on Cabinet Ministers to stop making "derogatory" comments about councils.