When it comes to collecting passport stamps, ODT sports writer Alistair McMurran is a master. Recently, Mali became the 171st country or territory he has visited. Here is part three of his journey.
As well as being a busy Dunedin city councillor, Fliss Butcher is also a businesswoman, mother and wife. Sarah Harvey discovers what gets her fashion vote.
It's a romantic notion, to hitch a lift, strike up a conversation, have an adventure. The reality, however, is quite different, reports Tom McKinlay.
With their time on the West Coast drawing to a close, ODT regional editor Dave Cannan and illustrations editor Stephen Jaquiery begin the final day of their journey, in search of whitebait.
Oturehua- a dot on the map where you pause for an ice cream on a scorching summer's day, or perhaps an ice-cold beer across the road at the pub.
Otago Daily Times book reviewers consider releases from the past 12 months - and even further back - and offer some reading suggestions.
With a name like Colac Bay you don't need a fancy tourism marketing campaign - the place markets itself.
When it comes to collecting passport stamps, ODT sports writer Alistair McMurran is a master. Recently, Mali became the 171st country or territory he has visited. Here is the fourth and final part of his journey.
The last set of cups come off the cows at the milking shed as the sun ambles its way west near the end of a stiffling hot Saturday afternoon.
Last Orientation, a magical thing happened at the University Union Hall.
Kaylene Holland, the PHO manager for the Otago Southern Region, is usually seen around Balclutha in sophisticated business suits.
Shane Gilchrist presents a special Summer Times selection of albums that, although obscure, are worth exploring.
Shane Gilchrist presents a special Summer Times selection of albums that, although obscure, are worth exploring.
It's a day of dreams. A 300kmh-capable superbike, vast expanses of deserted Highway 85, a clear blue sky, little wind, and a warm spring sun.
When it comes to collecting passport stamps, ODT sports writer Alistair McMurran is a master. Recently, Mali became the 171st country or territory he has visited. Here is Part 2 of his journey.
When it comes to collecting passport stamps, ODT sports writer Alistair McMurran is a master. Recently, Mali became the 171st country or territory he has visited.
Having finally made it to the West Coast, ODT regional editor Dave Cannan and illustrations editor Stephen Jaquiery begin Day Two of their journey and continue to meet some fascinating characters.
Now that Moeraki is on the culinary map, it is easy to miss some of the more subtle attractions of this once sleepy side-road destination off State Highway 1.
Francesca and I were experienced hitchhikers by the time we had our Kenny Rogers experience.
Big birthdays require big presents, don't they? As Shane Gilchrist turns 40, he ponders gifts, ghosts and guitars.
