Orchestra optimistic for new year
Orchestra optimistic for new year
The Dunedin Symphony Orchestra will rip into the new year in optimistic fashion next month, with a concert titled "Celebrating 2021".
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Wildlife hospital marks three years
Wildlife hospital marks three years
Three years since the Dunedin Wildlife Hospital was founded, the vital role of the organisation in helping to save threatened species is clearer than ever.
Hotel invests in quest for 5 stars
Hotel invests in quest for 5 stars
Dunedin’s oldest hotel continues to get a $10 million face-lift in a bid to get a 5-star rating as hotel room occupancy rates fall across the nation.
Rugg snares Canty cap - 16 years after debut
Rugg snares Canty cap - 16 years after debut
Short of promotion to the Black Caps, celebrating a title or playing a match-winning hand, receiving a provincial cap can be a career highlight for a first class cricketer.
House prices soar in Akaroa - one sale $1m over RV
House prices soar in Akaroa - one sale $1m over RV
Akaroa's housing market is on fire post-lockdown, with a property selling for $1m above its rateable value illustrating a nationwide real estate bonanza.
Beloved guide dog forced into early retirement
Beloved guide dog forced into early retirement
As far as guide dogs go, Jessie J had a few issues from the start.
In the groove
In the groove
Rasa School of Dance dancers entertain shoppers at the Meridian organised by Random Acts of Art, an initiative created to enhance connection, kindness and hope.
New Mosgiel pool expected to be ready in 2022
New Mosgiel pool expected to be ready in 2022
A new pool in Mosgiel will open nearly a decade after a community trust first floated the idea to the Dunedin City Council.
Party poopers
Party poopers
Party in the Park organisers hope the Dunedin City Council will reconsider its decision not to allow the event to go ahead in the Mosgiel Memorial Gardens. Jessica Wilson reports.
‘Striking’ home is category finalist
‘Striking’ home is category finalist
A "striking" Mosgiel home is a category finalist in the House of the Year competition.
Free Christmas lunch on
Free Christmas lunch on
The Saddle Hill Foundation Trust is inviting Mosgiel people to celebrate Christmas in classic summer style this year.
Postponing ‘right decision’
Postponing ‘right decision’
Otago graduation ceremonies affecting hundreds of students have been called off this week after a security threat, and though disappointed, one student believes it was the right thing to do.
Filling that empty space on charter flights
Filling that empty space on charter flights
University of Otago student Lydia Maclean’s business idea is taking flight.
Presidency a ‘privilege’
Presidency a ‘privilege’
Leading Otago University Students’ Association has been a challenge and a privilege, its outgoing president says.
Light display a ‘fine art’
Light display a ‘fine art’
Bringing joy to children at Christmas is the inspiration for Green Island man Murray Moore to spend a month creating a festive light display each year.
Duck race helps Mosgiel pool
Duck race helps Mosgiel pool
The winnings from a rubber duckie race in a Louisiana swamp will help build the new Mosgiel pool.
Christmas tree fundraiser serves many purposes
Christmas tree fundraiser serves many purposes
Dunedin rehabilitation facility Moana House is brightening up Christmas, one tree at a time.
Special train to support food banks
Special Ocean Beach train to support food banks
Dunedin’s Ocean Beach Railway will operate its first Christmas-themed train this weekend, in support of local food banks.
Arts festival to feature new ballet
Arts festival to feature new ballet
Dunedin Arts Festival director Charlie Unwin is delighted to finally have the opportunity to announce the first shows in the April, 2021 festival.
Wheelchair rugby player aims for national team
Wheelchair rugby player aims for national team
Dunedin wheelchair rugby player Dillon Maydon has his sights set on the national team.