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.
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Mercy Hospital patient questions billing
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Mercy Hospital patient questions billing
A patient at Mercy Hospital feels he has been charged ‘‘creatively’’ for an operation.
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Otago prof to co-lead brain health partnership
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Otago prof to co-lead brain health partnership
Neurological and mental health disorders have now surpassed cardiovascular diseases as the leading causes of disability and mortality, affecting more than 3 billion people globally.
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Drink-driver avoids disqualification
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Drink-driver avoids disqualification
A Southland woman caught drink-driving with a child in her car has avoided a disqualification so she can drive her children around.
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Petrol cans sell out amid oil price rise
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Petrol cans sell out amid oil price rise
Can't buy it. Can’t store it. Petrol is becoming hard to find, but never mind — simply do what many in the South are doing: hop on the bus.
Region top in use of ketamine
Region top in use of ketamine
Otago is leading the country in ketamine use as new data reveals the region is a particular hotbed for the increasingly popular party drug.
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Call to stop, take a look at ‘fusion’ cross
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Call to stop, take a look at ‘fusion’ cross
The Dunedin religious community is calling on people to stop and take a look at a largely overlooked sculpture in the centre of the city that is a symbol of city-wide co-operation.
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Museum chairman’s fundraising efforts for new sprinklers continue
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Museum chairman’s fundraising efforts for new sprinklers continue
David Hutchinson is back in the water again this weekend, in his crusade to raise funds for a much-needed new fire sprinkler system at Tūhura Otago Museum.
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Ukraine consul keen to deepen ties with NZ
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Ukraine consul keen to deepen ties with NZ
The Ukraine’s new honorary consul to the South Island says she has been impressed by New Zealanders’ knowledge and support of her country.
HK inferno: fire safety measures hampered, inquiry told
HK inferno: fire safety measures hampered, inquiry told
Human factors rendered ineffective almost all the fire safety measures at the site of a Hong Kong blaze that killed 168 people, a lawyer has told the inquiry.
Motorcyclist seriously hurt in Waikouaiti
Motorcyclist seriously hurt in Waikouaiti
A motorcyclist is in a serious condition following a crash in Waikouaiti.
Val Kilmer to appear posthumously through AI in film
Val Kilmer to appear posthumously through AI in film
Actor Val Kilmer will posthumously appear in what a production company says is a first-ever performance enabled by generative AI for an upcoming film.
'Just went haywire': Wife died after man lost control of car
'Just went haywire': Wife died after man lost control of car
A day out to go and watch a football game turned to devastation for a family after a man lost control of his car, fishtailed and crashed into a tree, killing his wife.