Campaign leans into city’s quirks, charm
The humble brag lies behind Dunedin’s latest destination marketing campaign, mixing cinematic imagery with a laconic shrug.
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Further arrests possible
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Further arrests possible
Police have not ruled out further arrests 17 months on from the parkside killing of a Dunedin man.
Otago expects deficit to rise, staff cuts to fall
Otago expects deficit to rise, staff cuts to fall
The University of Otago’s deficit is expected to balloon to almost $29 million next year as it scales back plans to save money by cutting jobs.
Bandit believed to have been vanquished
Bandit believed to have been vanquished
An infamous possum dubbed the Te Rauone bandit that evaded capture on Otago Peninsula for years has finally met its match — a hound by the name of Sophie.
Need for housing exposed
Need for housing exposed
The eviction of long-term residents from a Taieri camping ground has exposed a need for alternative housing near Dunedin that is now not being met, advocates say.
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Autonomy to return: minister
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Autonomy to return: minister
The Tertiary Education Minister expects Otago Polytechnic to be returned to its former autonomy by the end of next year.
Knife-wielding man made threats to people: police
Knife-wielding man made threats to people: police
A knife-wielding Dunedin man caused chaos when he allegedly threatened several people, pulled a window off its hinges and demanded money off a pedestrian in Dunedin.
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Land acquisition plan refloated
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Land acquisition plan refloated
A proposed land acquisition scheme to get ahead of climate change challenges in South Dunedin has been brought to the attention of the new government.
Kiwi mum killed in Brisbane remembered by lifelong friend
Kiwi mum killed in Brisbane remembered by lifelong friend
A lifelong friend of a New Zealand mother of four who was stabbed multiple times in an alleged domestic violence incident in Brisbane says her death is a “big shock”.
Israel presses ahead in southern Gaza
Israel presses ahead in southern Gaza
Israeli tanks were trying to push further west in their battle against Hamas in and around Khan Younis on Monday.
Sir Collin Tukuitonga resigns from govt roles
Sir Collin Tukuitonga resigns from govt roles, citing 'no confidence'
One of New Zealand's most prominent Pacific health leaders says he has "no confidence" in the government after stepping down from almost every advisory role.
The South Today Bulletin: Monday, December 11
The South Today Bulletin: Monday, December 11
The South Today Bulletin: Monday, December 11
Person pinned under vehicle in Golden Bay dies
Person pinned under vehicle in Golden Bay dies
A person has died after being pinned under a vehicle in a workplace incident at Golden Bay in the Tasman district.
Crews tame vegetation fire near Middlemarch
Crews tame vegetation fire near Middlemarch
Smoke spotted in the distance by a Middlemarch resident turned out to be a sizeable vegetation blaze, fire officials say.
Govt delays NCEA literacy, numeracy tests prerequisite
Govt delays NCEA literacy, numeracy tests prerequisite
The government is delaying its predecessor's plan to make online maths and literacy tests a prerequisite for NCEA qualifications from 2026.
Summer cold snap before temperatures soar
Summer cold snap before temperatures soar
A cold snap is tipped to sweep the country this week, bringing strong winds, showers and a dusting of snow before a dramatic change sees sweltering temperatures return.
Fair pay legislation repealed by Christmas
Fair pay legislation repealed by Christmas
Fair Pay Agreement legislation will be repealed by Christmas, while the use of 90-day trials will be extended beyond small businesses, the government has confirmed.
Dealer who mowed down Dunedin man jailed
Unity Park death: Dealer who mowed down Dunedin man jailed
A drug-dealer who fatally mowed down a Dunedin man over a $350 debt has been jailed.
Plan could halve Australia's migrant intake
Plan could halve Australia's migrant intake
Australia says it will tighten visa rules for international students and low-skilled workers that could halve its migrant intake over the next two years.
New Omicron variant on the rise amid pre-Christmas Covid wave
New Omicron variant on the rise amid pre-Christmas Covid wave
Another new Omicron variant is quickly gaining traction in New Zealand, just as a full-swing Christmas party season pours fuel on our fifth Covid-19 wave.