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‘Just keep moving’ — the secret to Alice’s longevity

Alice Sinclair celebrates her 90th birthday with a host of family and friends at the Dunedin...

‘Just keep moving’ — the secret to Alice’s longevity

A 90-year-old Mosgiel woman had the time of her life — literally — as dozens made the flight from Perth to celebrate her birthday with a grand tour of her past.

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Abuser being returned to Fiji

A man who sexually abused a boy and tried to buy his silence will be returned to Fiji after the Parole Board said there was ‘‘little point’’ in him remaining locked up.

Unexplained death in Great King St

Unexplained death in Great King St

Residents in Central Dunedin may see an increased police presence today after a person died in unknown circumstances in Great King St, North Dunedin.

Stolen bike ride ends badly

A Dunedin man’s night-time ride on a stolen motorbike ended with a visit to the hospital after he crashed and broke his leg.

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Acquitted given permanent name suppression

The man appeared at Timaru District Court yesterday. Photo: ODT files

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Acquitted given permanent name suppression

The identity of a prominent Otago man will be forever kept secret after he was acquitted of sexual assault charges.

Carrying sister’s legacy — and jacket — on her shoulders

Otago Girls’ High School student Lucia Morey (right), 15, wearing the New Zealand representative...

Carrying sister’s legacy — and jacket — on her shoulders

Lucia Morey is all set to represent New Zealand at the world stage after receiving a special hand-me-down from her sister.

Tulip mania made its way south once

Tulip mania made its way south once

A visitor to the Dunedin Railway Station frolics behind a bed of tulips yesterday, which have bloomed, undeterred by the recent cold snap.

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Uncertainty on motor camp’s reopening angers residents

Waikouaiti Beach Motor Camp. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

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Uncertainty on motor camp’s reopening angers residents

Waikouaiti residents are "ropeable" over vague reopening dates for the council-owned camp, a community board member says.

Tools, trinkets in troves at sale

Carolyn Campbell, of Mosgiel, is equipped to tackle spring in the garden after findings some gems...

Tools, trinkets in troves at sale

Thrifty treasure hunters were quick to queue in search of bargains at the annual Taieri Rotary Garage Sale.

Daytime rave new option for bassline junkies

Dunedin DJ TRON (real name Vanessa Cook) (left) with Fresh Light Frequencies organiser Rosie Hill...

Daytime rave new option for bassline junkies

Sensibility and raves do not seem to go together. But they are the perfect mix for young mother Vanessa Cook.

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Staffing, resource issues plague ED

The Dunedin Hospital emergency department entrance sign on Great King St. PHOTO: GERARD O’BRIEN

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Staffing, resource issues plague ED

If the ED is the canary in the Dunedin Hospital coalmine, then there is cause to worry about the bird’s health. Matthew Littlewood looks into the present situation and wonders whether there is a way out.

Watersports foiled by wipeout

Dunedin hydrofoiler Selwyn McCracken battled a crosswind at St Clair yesterday morning.

Obituary: passionate voice for youth

Former Queen’s High School principal Dame Patricia Harrison was a beloved educator and community leader.

Global Insight: Caution urged for NZ in space race

Rocket Lab's has won big Pentagon contracts. Photo: Supplied / Rocket Lab (file)

Global Insight: Caution urged for NZ in space race

In its rush to join the space race, New Zealand needs to ensure it is not simply doing the bidding of a superpower like the United States, Prof Robert Patman says.

Homeless forced to leave church grounds

About 10 people had been living on church grounds but had to leave by today. Photo: RNZ

Homeless forced to leave church grounds

About 10 people had been living in a car park at Holy Trinity Avonside in Christchurch.

Sudden death in North Dunedin investigated

Police prepare to erect a tent at the scene this afternoon. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

Sudden death in North Dunedin investigated

Dunedin police are investigating after a person died in unknown circumstances.

Inquest hears effect of Whakaari eruption on victims

Inquest hears effect of Whakaari eruption on victims

The coronial inquiry into the Whakaari / White Island eruption has heard that, although the island is the most active in NZ, the country did not seem ready for the disaster.

William proud of Kate, plans to change monarchy

Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales. Photo: Reuters

William proud of Kate, plans to change monarchy

Prince William says protecting his family was the most important thing for him when wife Catherine and father King Charles III became ill, and wants to modernise the monarchy when he becomes sovereign.

Govt plan to make weapons for export

Defence Minister Judith Collins. Photo: RNZ

Govt plan to make weapons for export

Defence Minister Judith Collins wants to see New Zealand develop lethal weapons for international export through the help of tech companies.

Search intensifies for missing teenager

The search for missing Christchurch teenager Marley continues, with police asking the public to stay away from Scarborough and Godley Head while a helicopter is operating.

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