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Candidates back Port Chalmers area revival

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Candidates back Port Chalmers area revival

Plans to revive an abandoned area in Port Chalmers once slated for state housing has the approval of most Dunedin City by-election candidates.

Exhibition to mark milestone

Artsenta director Paul McLellan-Smith is seeking interest from artists to mark the gallery’s 40th...

Exhibition to mark milestone

Non-profit art studio Artsenta is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a community art exhibition at the Otago Museum.

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Minister bullish about reform

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Minister bullish about reform

The conservation minister is bullish about proposed changes to an ‘‘outdated and slow system’’ and has hit out at the wilding pine debacle.

Mothers going without to feed children: study

Kiwi mums are going to great lengths to ensure their children are fed well - often at the expense of their own wellbeing - Otago University research shows.

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Celebrating Attenborough’s 100th

University of Otago zoology and ancient ecologist Associate Prof Nic Rawlence is looking forward...

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Celebrating Attenborough’s 100th

Only a true fan still has ‘‘tired, worn-out old VHS tapes’’ featuring their hero.

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Violence against health workers highlighted

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Violence against health workers highlighted

Violence against health workers is frequent and under-reported, a newly published New Zealand Medical Journal article says.

Naval base visit confirms dream for King’s pair

King’s High School year 13 students Nick Reid (left) and Ryan Pariachi, pictured in front of...

Naval base visit confirms dream for King’s pair

A visit to a naval base sealed the deal for two Dunedin secondary students who are planning to sign up for a life on the high seas.

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Young drivers remain over-represented in crash data

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Young drivers remain over-represented in crash data

ACC says 2328 claims across Otago and Southland cost the taxpayer $55 million to help people recover - its highest point in six years.

Fees-free university scheme to be scrapped

Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Photo: RNZ

Fees-free university scheme to be scrapped

The Finance Minister has confirmed claims by Winston Peters that the fees-free university scheme, which covers the final year of tertiary education study, will be scrapped.

Govt announces black market tobacco 'action group'

A Retail NZ report estimated that more than 27 percent of tobacco smoked in 2024 was illicit....

Govt announces black market tobacco 'action group'

Customs, police and the health sector are combining forces to crack down on illicit tobacco, with a new "action group" the government announced Friday.

Report shows 'catastrophic' toll of increasing violence in healthcare

Report shows 'catastrophic' toll of increasing violence in healthcare

A nurse who was stabbed, burned and held captive by a patient in respite care says the effect on their life was "catastrophic".

Ong's access to confidential info restricted following leaks

Ong's access to confidential info restricted following leaks

Embattled Dunedin city councillor Benedict Ong has had restrictions placed on him regarding receiving confidential council information.

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman resigns

Maiki Sherman at Parliament. Photo: Aotearoa Media Collective (file)

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman resigns

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman has resigned, posting on social media Friday that was her last day at TVNZ.

Deputy principal made 'vulgar', 'mean-spirited' comments about students

A deputy principal used dark humour as an outlet but took it too far when saying "if it’s old enough to bleed, it’s old enough to breed" about a female Year 10 student.

'ISIS brides' arrested on return to Australia

Supporters and media surround an Islamic State-linked family as they arrive at Melbourne Airport....

'ISIS brides' arrested on return to Australia

A pair of Islamic State-linked women accused of crimes against humanity are behind bars but plan to make bail applications after they were arrested on return to Australia.

Meta expanding protections for Kiwi teens

Meta expanding protections for Kiwi teens

Social media giant Meta is expanding its protections for New Zealand teenagers, giving parents extra controls over what their children see online.

Sunstrike thought factor in spate of serious crashes

Sunstrike thought factor in spate of serious crashes

A Canterbury fire chief says a spate of serious crashes is a stark reminder of how dangerous sunstrike can be to motorists.

Man pleads not guilty to murdering woman, two children

Man pleads not guilty to murdering woman, two children

A man has pleaded not guilty to murdering a mother and her two children following an incident at a property in Hastings.

Ceasefire still in effect after US and Iran exchange fire: Trump

The US and Iran have exchanged fire in the most serious test yet of their month-long ceasefire, but Iran said the situation returned to normal while the US said it did not want to escalate.

New section of the trail showcases rolling terrain and winding streams

David Boniface Chairperson of Fiordland Trails Trust opening the new trail on ANZAC Weekend 27...

New section of the trail showcases rolling terrain and winding streams

The Fiordland Trails Trust celebrated the completion of another stage of the trail from the Lake Te Anau boat harbour to the boundary of the Fiordland National Park.

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