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    Rescue and security personnel work at an impact site following missile attack from Iran on Israel...

    Iran launches retaliatory missiles at Israel

    Updated 8.25 am

    Iran has launched retaliatory airstrikes at Israel, with explosions heard in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, following Israel's biggest-ever military strike against its longstanding enemy.

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    Mayoral candidate ‘ready to step up’

    Cr Sophie Barker has joined the race to become mayor of Dunedin. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY

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    Mayoral candidate ‘ready to step up’

    Sophie Barker has put a stop to all the rumours and speculation by announcing her campaign to be mayor of Dunedin.

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    DCC to consider official support for Israel sanctions Bill

    Dunedin city councillor Christine Garey hopes her fellow elected members will back her motion for...

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    DCC to consider official support for Israel sanctions Bill

    A Dunedin City councillor is urging her colleagues to support a government Bill which would impose sanctions against Israel.

    Study founder dies

    Phil Silva. Photo: Mark Tantrum

    Study founder dies

    Founder of the Dunedin Study, Dr Philip (Phil) Silva, has died, aged 84.

    ‘Remarkable life of achievement’ marked

    Former Dunedin Mayor and prominent businessman Sir Clifford Skeggs. Photo: ODT files

    ‘Remarkable life of achievement’ marked

    Former Dunedin mayor and prominent Otago businessman Sir Clifford Skeggs has been remembered as a "true champion of getting things done".

    Sober driver not licensed

    Photo: ODT

    Sober driver not licensed

    A man who organised a sober driver for a night out in Dunedin ended up with his car impounded and a court appearance for his friend.

    School becomes shearing shed

    King’s High School students shaved their heads for support fellow classmate Taiaroa McDonald, 17,...

    School becomes shearing shed

    Taiaroa McDonald’s classmates have made sure he does not stick out by getting the same haircut as him after the 17-year-old was diagnosed with cancer.

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    Science fund cuts further blow for uni

    "Taken in isolation, the effect is manageable but does represent a lost opportunity for our...

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    Science fund cuts further blow for uni

    The cutting of a wide-ranging government science fund is another blow for the University of Otago, academics say.

    Show smooth sailing for stand-in

    King’s High School student Ethan Towers has stepped in to take over the lead role of Danny Zuko...

    Show smooth sailing for stand-in

    A last-minute replacement has saved the show for two Dunedin secondary schools.

    Gearing up for the game

    PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

    Gearing up for the game

    Workers construct temporary seating at the east end of the Forsyth Barr Stadium yesterday, ahead of the All Black v France rugby test match on July 5.

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    Spread of fake cures worrying oncologist

    Dunedin oncologist Prof Chris Jackson pours a glass of orange juice, referencing a vitamin C ...

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    Spread of fake cures worrying oncologist

    A Dunedin oncologist is concerned about the rampant spread of misinformation among medical practitioners and wellness gurus about coffee enemas, juices and vitamin C as "cancer cures".

    Part of Phillipps’ collection at ReStore

    Dunedin ReStore worker Grant McDougall displays treasures from the Martin Phillipps collection...

    Part of Phillipps’ collection at ReStore

    A compendium of books, records, DVDs and other ephemera which belonged to Martin Phillipps is now for sale at ReStore.

    Ceres working at new hospital site

    Photo: Gregor Richardson

    Ceres working at new hospital site

    Contractors from Christchurch-based construction company Ceres work on the site of the new Dunedin hospital inpatient building on Thursday.

    Drugs raid in NEV part of wider operation

    Armed police swarm a Gladstone Rd, North East Valley property on Thursday, as part of a pre...

    Drugs raid in NEV part of wider operation

    The armed raid of a North Dunedin property was part of a region-wide operation that ended with about 70 drug charges.

    Unlicensed driver bit, lunged at police during arrest

    Unlicensed driver bit, lunged at police during arrest

    An unlicensed French driver who performed a U-turn in front of oncoming traffic became agitated when he was pulled over by police, lunging at officers and biting them as he was arrested.

    Exhibit spotlights birth of Plunket

    Waikouaiti Coast Heritage Centre committee chairman Ian Waters with his miniature and one-to-five...

    Exhibit spotlights birth of Plunket

    "Putting the power in women’s own hands."

    Spanish PM says sorry over corruption claims

    Pedro Sanchez. Photo: Reuters

    Spanish PM says sorry over corruption claims

    Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez yesterday asked his compatriots for forgiveness following fresh allegations of corruption.

    Obituary: dedicated doctor and military man

    Brigadier Brian McMahon. Photo: supplied

    Obituary: dedicated doctor and military man

    Brigadier Brian McMahon was an impatient man: he did not suffer fools gladly, nor did he appreciate obstacles being placed in the way of his vital work.

    Pool’s salute to surrounds noted

    Roxburgh Pool by Hierarchy Group received a public architecture award. It comprises three pools,...

    Pool’s salute to surrounds noted

    Nineteen projects, including a community pool, a retail precinct and nearly a dozen homes, have been recognised in the 2025 Southern Architecture Awards.

    Luxon secures Xi Jinping meeting in China

    Climate change scientists have written an open letter to Christopher Luxon warning that New...

    Luxon secures Xi Jinping meeting in China

    As he faces criticism at home for weakening ties with Beijing, Prime Minister Chris Luxon has booked a meeting with China President Xi Jinping next week.
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