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Thousands stand together

It was a day many will remember.

By Simon Henderson

REVIEW: Chamber Music NZ presents Calefax

REVIEW: Chamber Music NZ presents Calefax

Chamber Music NZ presents CalefaxGlenroy Auditorium — Friday, September 27Review by BRENDA HARWOOD Extraordinary Dutch reed ensemble Calefax showcased the incredible variety of sounds...

Thousands stand together

It was a day many will remember.

Hospital protest

Residents of Dunedin and the South listen to speakers during the Octagon rally which followed the...

Hospital protest

Photos by Brenda Harwood and Simon Henderson

Sneak peek leaves donor delighted

The Foley family, (from left) Frankie Foley, 6, Emily Lucas, Lulu Foley, 19 months, and Sam Foley...

Sneak peek leaves donor delighted

The Foley family, of Dunedin, were given a special treat last week — the chance to visit the new Dunedin Botanic Garden playground ahead of its opening on Tuesday.

Show shares waste minimisation tips

Discussing waste solutions on OAM FM’s REthinking Waste show are (from left) Dunedin City Council...

Show shares waste minimisation tips

A new podcast and radio show is proving there’s more to waste minimisation than a kerbside collection service.

Public invited to ‘Move for MS’ fun day

Looking forward to the MS Otago "Move for MS" event this Saturday at Wingatui Race Course are MS...

Public invited to ‘Move for MS’ fun day

MS Otago is inviting local people of all ages and abilities to put their best foot forward during a day of family fun at Wingatui Race Course this Sunday.

First fee upgrade since 2004

First fee upgrade since 2004

New parking infringement and towage fees, which are set by central government, came into effect on Tuesday.

Opinion: we are not to blame for govt’s mismanagement

Thousands gathered in the Octagon to protest against cuts to the new Dunedin Hospital. Photo:...

Opinion: we are not to blame for govt’s mismanagement

The message from 35,000 people last week was loud and clear: build our hospital, do it once, do it right and do it now.

Ice rink hosts Halloween fun

Halloween Fright Night on Ice will be held at the Dunedin Ice Stadium on Saturday, November 2....

Ice rink hosts Halloween fun

A spine-tingling evening of chills and thrills is set to sweep over South Dunedin.

Play days offer outdoor holiday fun

Koby Scully, 9, pokes his head through a rainbow sheet during a Play Parks event on Monday...

Play days offer outdoor holiday fun

Fun and games at local parks are offering families a refreshing way to spend the school holidays.

Celebrate history, beauty of island at kite flying day

Dunedin artist and Quarantine Island community member Jo St Baker is looking forward to welcoming...

Celebrate history, beauty of island at kite flying day

The beauty and history of Quarantine Island/Kamau Taurua will provide a stunning backdrop and an exciting outing for families in the inaugural Quarantine Island Kite Day event this weekend.

Baroque music feature of concerts

Dunedin multi-instrumentalist David Burchell will play the harpsichord in two Baroque concerts...

Baroque music feature of concerts

Dunedin City Organist and early music specialist David Burchell will join forces with Auckland-based early music specialist Polly Sussex for a series of Baroque concerts across the South.

Unique sonic world

Jazz vocalist Karin Reid and guitarist Alex Wolken walk the fine line between the uneasy and the transcendental in two performances of original music

Special creation

Special creation

Volunteer model Renuka Rana walks the catwalk at Shop on Carroll during a pre-loved wedding dress fashion parade, held on Saturday.

Trio bring dynamic show to city

Auckland-based jazz ensemble Nairobi Trio are on tour and will perform at Dunedin’s Regent...

Trio bring dynamic show to city

It has been several years since Auckland-based jazz ensemble Nairobi Trio have played in Dunedin — a city that holds a special place in their hearts.

Variety of art on show

Variety of art on show

This month, a group of accomplished local artists will stage their 12th annual exhibition at the Dunedin Community Gallery, in Princes St.

Correction

Hand twining will be used by members of the public to contribute to a 300m rope of harakeke/New...

Correction

In last week’s Arts story about Dunedin artist Kari Morseth’s Rope/Walk project, the incorrect date was listed for the second set of public rope twining sessions.

Reunion

Retired Registered Nurses annual lunch and get together, at Otago Golf Club.

Achieving goals ‘hugely rewarding’

Dunedin Riding for the Disabled head coach Nicola Hayes and horse Kuia get ready to start their...

Achieving goals ‘hugely rewarding’

It is "hugely rewarding" helping people with disabilities or who are experiencing specific challenges.

Brick Show brings Lego world to life

Dunedin Brick Show organiser Jacqui Hay makes an adjustment to a medieval village she will be...

Brick Show brings world of Lego to life

Blocky brilliance will abound as fans of a certain plastic brick get ready to discover colourful clicked-together creations.

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