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North Otago win Lochore Cup in high-scoring thriller

North Otago are the Lochore Cup champions after beating Horowhenua-Kapiti 64-47 at Maheno this afternoon.
F1: Red Bull rival accuses Lawson of 'disturbing me on purpose'

Liam Lawson has narrowly missed out on the final qualifying session for the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, and will start from 12th on the grid in the big race.

'Co-ordinated attack': Collins hits out at unions over strikes

'Co-ordinated attack': Collins hits out at unions over strikes

Public Service Minister Judith Collins is taking aim at unions before Thursday's national strike involving secondary teachers and medical staff.
'Your actions destroyed my teenage years'

'Your actions destroyed my teenage years'

A young Canterbury woman has addressed an older man who sexually violated her, telling him through tears how his actions continue to haunt her.
New sanctions to help beneficiaries find jobs - minister

New sanctions to help beneficiaries find jobs - minister

Social Development Minister Louise Upston says the two new sanctions being introduced for beneficiaries are practical and will help improve their chances of finding a job.

dunedin

A unlucky eastern rosella parrot knocked itself cold after flying straight into Colin Perriman’s...

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Rosella saved after crash landing

A colourful parrot knocked itself out against the right Waldronville window.

Parking restrictions in place at St Clair

Parking restrictions in place at St Clair

Parking restrictions in St Clair have come into effect just as the weather gets warmer.
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Week-long pilsner shortage ends

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Week-long pilsner shortage ends

A Dunedin bar is glad its patrons’ favourite drop has been restocked after its reputation was put on the line because of a shortage.
Final results released for ORC election

Final results released for ORC election

Final election results for the Otago Regional Council show no change from preliminary results released earlier in the week.

regions

Invisible Dragons co-producer Madison Henry-Ryan and writer/director Victoria Boult after winning...

Global acclaim for Queenstown director

Queenstown's Victoria Boult is officially an international award-winning director and writer.

Reining in the rates rises

Reining in the rates rises

Looking at a maximum 5% rates rise and making the mayoral diary public.
Cycle link step closer

Cycle link step closer

A long-awaited bike trail between the southern suburbs and Frankton could be open next year.
Workshops on autism planned

Workshops on autism planned

Help is on the way for people struggling to understand either themselves or someone they know who is autistic or has attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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The Quiet Shift: Why More Kiwis Are Choosing to Downsize

Across Dunedin and throughout New Zealand, more homeowners are showing interest in downsizing – not simply because they have to, but because they want to.

National

Social Development Minister Louise Upston. Photo: RNZ/Mark Papalii

New sanctions to help beneficiaries find jobs - minister

Social Development Minister Louise Upston says the two new sanctions being introduced for beneficiaries are practical and will help improve their chances of finding a job.

Man jailed for first dog‑attack manslaughter in NZ

Man jailed for first dog‑attack manslaughter in NZ

In a historic first for New Zealand’s justice system, a man has been jailed for manslaughter after his aggressive dogs fatally attacked Neville Thomson.
Obituary: Joan Metge, anthropologist

Obituary: Joan Metge, anthropologist

Educator Joan Metge was one of New Zealand’s most respected scientists, earning the rare honour of having a Royal Society of New Zealand medal named after her.
Teen rapist violated another girl

Teen rapist violated another girl hours after being released on bail

Teen rapist Jayden Meyer has been found guilty of sexually violating another teenage girl.

sport

Shanice Parker of the Kiwi Ferns celebrates a try against Fetu Samoa which was later disallowed....

Kiwi Ferns complete stunning comeback over Fetu Samoa

Looking dead and buried at half-time, after conceding a 20-0 lead, the Kiwi Ferns stormed back in the second half of their Pacific Championships opener in Auckland.

Premier League: Arsenal stay top, Postecoglou sacked

Premier League: Arsenal stay top, Postecoglou sacked

Arsenal remain top of the table as the Premier League resumed thanks to a win at Fulham but Ange Postecoglou's Nottingham Forest nightmare ended in the sack after just 39 days.
Lawson avoids early chaos to finish ninth in sprint

Lawson avoids early chaos to finish ninth in sprint

Kiwi F1 driver Liam Lawson avoided some first lap carnage to finish ninth in the sprint race at the US Grand Prix in Texas as both McLarens collided and were forced to retire.
Another washout for White Ferns at World Cup

Another washout for White Ferns at World Cup

The White Ferns hopes of reaching the Cricket World Cup semi-finals have taken a hit following another washout.

Dressing up asparagus
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A tasty Turkish dish
Changes in life, changes in food
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Always popular new release tasting nears

Business

The IMF says New Zealand's economy is going through a necessary slowdown caused by the Reserve...

Inflation expected to hit 15-month high

Inflation is expected to hit a 15-month high, as strong food prices, rates, power and transport costs continue to squeeze household budgets.

Last-ditch bid to stop sale of 65% of co-op

Last-ditch bid to stop sale of 65% of co-op

An 11th-hour plea has been made to Alliance Group farmer shareholders to vote against selling 65% of their co-operative to Irish meat company Dawn Meats.
New documents reveal NZ's 'hectic' response to Trump tariffs

New documents reveal NZ's 'hectic' response to Trump tariffs

Newly released documents lay bare the government's alarm and "dismay" after being blindsided by the United States' sudden tariff hike on New Zealand exports in August.
Croftpak debts top $914,000: liquidators

Croftpak debts top $914,000: liquidators

Liquidators are counting up the debts of Christchurch glass and plastic jar supplier Croftpak Ltd as estimates climb to more than $914,000.

Rural Life

Fonterra sale: Peters threatens more regulation

NZ First leader Winston Peters has threatened more regulation for Fonterra if the dairy giant goes ahead with plans to sell iconic brands to a French company.

Local ag sector worried by Lake Hāwea proposal

Local ag sector worried by Lake Hāwea proposal

A group of Central Otago farmers and growers are uniting to fight against Contact Energy seeking to lower the level of Lake Hāwea.
Elm Grove a base for innovation

Elm Grove a base for innovation

An entrepreneurial spirit continues on a family dairy farm with a more than 170-year history on the Taieri.
100 years of supporting rural women

100 years of supporting rural women

This year marks 100 years of Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) and for one former president, the anniversary is a reminder of the organisation’s achievements, big and small.

On November 17 it will be 100 years since the NZ and South Seas International Exhibition opened at Logan Park, showcasing achievements of Dunedin, the province and Aotearoa - but also the Empire and world.

Avoiding the ovoid conclusion

Avoiding the ovoid conclusion

It’s an egg!
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Storage chambers of the heart

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Storage chambers of the heart

As our lives move closer together, the Yorkshireman and I make plans to cohabit.
Volunteers vital to supporting valley

Volunteers vital to supporting valley

Volunteers are helping to carry Orokonui Ecosanctuary’s message beyond the fenceline, Madison Kelly writes.

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

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Fascinated by writing
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Making a lasting impression

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Man of mana
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Class Act of 2015 - Where are they now?

World

Protesters gather outside the Capitol building in Washington DC ahead of speeches for nationwide ...

'No Kings': Massive anti-Trump protests sweep US

Crowds massed across the US for more than 2,600 planned "No Kings" protests on Saturday against what participants view as President Donald Trump's autocratic tendencies and anti-democratic actions.