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Visa exclusion shocks Dunedin couple

A Dunedin migrant couple have been left ‘‘hurt and confused’’ after what had appeared a clear pathway to NZ residency was abruptly blocked by a shift in Government policy.

By Brenda Harwood

Visa exclusion shocks Dunedin couple

A Dunedin migrant couple have been left ‘‘hurt and confused’’ after what had appeared a clear pathway to NZ residency was abruptly blocked by a shift in Government policy.

Books pile up after sale delay

Regent 24 Hour Book Sale co-ordinator Alison Cunningham is surrounded by some of the hundreds of...

Books pile up after sale delay

Book lovers know there is nothing better than a good stack of books waiting to be read.

Click and order to ‘bricks and mortar’

Highness owner Sarah Williams is enjoying getting to know some of her customers personally. PHOTO...

Click and order to ‘bricks and mortar’

Stories of businesses closing ‘‘bricks and mortar’’ stores in favour of internet shopping sites seem all too familiar. But Highness owner Sarah Williams has reversed that trend.

Mosque expansion being mulled

Otago Muslim Association president Dr Mohammed Rizwan shows where a second floor could help...

Mosque expansion being mulled

Plans for a second floor are being discussed for Dunedin’s Al Huda Mosque in Clyde St.

Resident feels left in the dark by DCC

Bark of paper or canoe birch (Betula papyrifera) was used by Native Americans to make canoes.

Resident feels left in the dark by DCC

A Waikouaiti resident has been left frustrated by the Dunedin City Council over a cluster of old birch trees.

Setback for bus service hopes

Preparing to test an electric bus on Dunedin’s hills are (from left) project manager Abbey...

Setback for bus service hopes

An improved bus service may not be on the cards for the north coast.

Informal swap spot binned

A new ‘‘no dumping’’ sign has recently been installed near a Broad Bay clothing bin, which is a...

Informal swap spot binned

The use of a clothing bin in Broad Bay divided opinions at a community board meeting. But the Dunedin City Council has made its point of view clear.

Super Saturday big step towards 90% vaccinated

Bruce Hayman (left) takes details from Harper Wilson (12) and his dad Steve Wilson, during the...

Super Saturday big step towards 90% vaccinated

The highly successful Super Saturday event gave vaccination rates a big boost across the Southern district.

New ACC proposal praised

New ACC proposal praised

The Accident Compensation Corporation’s (ACC) proposal to cover more birth-related injuries is a positive step, health care professionals say.

Dunedin film wins international award

Dunedin artist and animator Kiri Mitchell shows some of her down-to-earth female characters ...

Dunedin film wins international award

A Dunedin artist who creates strong female characters is delighted to be recognised by an international film festival.

New theatre space a ‘tonic’ for the city

New theatre space a ‘tonic’ for the city

A pilot performing arts space in the heart of Dunedin aims to help address the shortage of venues while consultation continues on a new performance space for the city.

Coach loves sharing knowledge

Coach loves sharing knowledge

In a series, The Star reporter Jessica Wilson aims to highlight unsung heroes of Dunedin’s sporting community. This week, she talks to hockey coach Jolene Casey.

Silverstream planting starts

Boys’ Brigade members Chevy Heaven-Kirk (11, front left) and Nixon Mellon-MacGillivray (7, front...

Silverstream planting starts

Planting along the Silverstream is under way.

Word about town

Hernanie Lazara, of Dunedin, was vaccinated earlier this week. PHOTO: SIMON HENDERSON

Word about town

Many people are continuing to take advantage of free Covid-19 vaccination clinics across the city.

People urged to get jab for mental wellbeing

Mental health services are encouraging people to reach out if they need support or information about Covid-19 vaccination. Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand chief executive Shaun...

South plans for an outbreak

Well South primary health medical director Dr Carol Atmore. PHOTO: ALLIED PRESS FILES

South plans for an outbreak

‘‘Get vaccinated to protect what you love.’’ That is the message from Well South primary health medical director Dr Carol Atmore, who is part of a group working on a safe and...

Home visits help protect vulnerable

Te Runanga o Otakou manager Nadia Wesley-Smith. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Home visits help protect vulnerable

Organising nurses to give kaumatua their Covid-19 vaccinations at home was a fantastic way to ensure Otakou’s vulnerable were protected, Te Runanga o Otakou manager Nadia Wesley-Smith said. ...

Cyclists to wear retro threads for ride event

Sartorial style . . . Ready to ride are Dunedin Tweed Ride coorganisers Peter Petchey and Ruth...

Cyclists to wear retro threads for ride event

Pull on your plus-fours and Norfolk jackets, dust off your flat caps and knickerbockers — it is time to enjoy a spring sojourn at the annual Dunedin Tweed Ride,...

Covid era challenges channelled for song

Spirited . . . Dunedin musician Lani Alo sings about overcoming struggles in his latest single...

Covid era challenges channelled for song

‘‘Light up the hurricane lantern’’(Tutu maia le moli matagi) sings Lani Alo on his latest single Tua i Manu. The Dunedin musician channelled the challenges and anxieties of the...

Moving Otago Polyfest online 'a good decision'

All together now . . . Children from Punavai Ole Atamai Preschool perform during the last day of...

Moving Otago Polyfest online 'a good decision'

Otago Polyfest is back for another year, albeit in a different way. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the festival will move online and all performances will be livestreamed on...

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