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Growing enthusiasm at Blueskin show

Beans and pumpkins of epic proportions were among many "unusual vegetables" that cropped up in Waitati at the weekend.
‘Pretty unreal’ to be crowned regional winner

Since he was young, Southland man Cameron Smith knew farming would always be part of his life.

Southerners concerned over new drug-driving rules

Southern medical cannabis users concerned over new drug-driving rules

An Invercargill survivor of abuse in state care is worried new drug-driving laws mean he could be banned from taking the wheel due to his use of medicinal cannabis.
Queenstown locals give mixed opinions on tourism

Queenstown locals give mixed opinions on tourism

Queenstown has been suffering from growing pains for years but with visitor and resident numbers continuing to swell it's turning into a full-blown belly ache.
Early vaping research causing concern

Early vaping research causing concern

Researchers are working to find out the long-term health effects of vaping on New Zealand's young people, who are nearly three times more likely to vape than teenagers in Canada, the United States...

dunedin

John Middleditch's sculpture Eleven Bronze Rods supporting Albatross Wingspan which is on display...

Middleditch sculpture removed from university

The University of Otago and Tūhura Otago Museum have now removed artworks by Dunedin artist and child sex offender John Middleditch from public display.

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'What in the AI ... ?': DCC ad monstered by critics

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'What in the AI ... ?': DCC ad monstered by critics

An unethical eyesore or a quick bit of promotional fun?
Teens in beat-up farm vehicle stopped by police

Teens in beat-up farm vehicle stopped by police

A "beat-up Honda" had part of its bumper hanging off as it was driven by a Dunedin teenager taking three mates for a cruise, police say.
Man reported car stolen after crashing into house - police

Man reported car stolen after crashing into house - police

A Dunedin man who crashed his car into a house allegedly tried to fool police by calling 111 to report it stolen.

regions

Orepuki's water tower is set for repair. The small town is located almost an hour from...

Historic Southland water tower set for makeover

An historic structure in rural Southland is set for a new lease of life thanks to the enthusiasm of a local group.

Preferred water services option agreed on

Preferred water services option agreed on

The Waitaki district mayor and councillors agreed on a preferred option for public consultation regarding the future of local water services.
‘Pretty unreal’ to be crowned regional winner

‘Pretty unreal’ to be crowned regional winner

Since he was young, Southland man Cameron Smith knew farming would always be part of his life.
Trombone remains top brass

Trombone remains top brass

Invercargill man Ken Wellington started to play trombone 67 years ago when he was just a boy in England.

National

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says there are some "areas for us to work on" with the boot camp...

Govt set for $12b defence investment

The government will invest $12 billion dollars over the next four years for a "modern, combat-capable" New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF).

Early vaping research causing concern

Early vaping research causing concern

Researchers are working to find out the long-term health effects of vaping on New Zealand's young people, who are nearly three times more likely to vape than teenagers in Canada, the United States...
Person jailed for luring workers from Samoa illegally

Person jailed for luring workers from Samoa illegally

A Samoan national has been sentenced to four years imprisonment after pleading guilty to 12 representative charges relating to a migrant exploitation scheme.
Large industrial blaze in Christchurch

Large industrial blaze in Christchurch

A large fire in a Christchurch industrial building this afternoon is causing thick black smoke to billow into the air and sweep across the city.

sport

Liam Lawson had another disappointing outing, finishing 17th in Japan. Photo: Getty Images

F1: Liam Lawson gamble misfires in Japan

The Racing Bulls gamble for Liam Lawson to race long before a pit stop misfired in the Japanese Grand Prix as he finished 17th of the 20 cars.

Liverpool stumble against Fulham, Southampton relegated

Liverpool stumble against Fulham, Southampton relegated

Liverpool endured a rare stumble in their march to the title with a 3-2 loss at Fulham this morning.
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First blood Royals in new local derby

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First blood Royals in new local derby

A spicy first edition of the Dunedin City Royals and Wanaka Southern League derby played out at Logan Park on Saturday.
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Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens back, eyeing Landers

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Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens back, eyeing Landers

Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens is ready for the good times to roll again.

Food & Wine

Business

QMS is an Australian-owned company. Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi

QMS takes full ownership of MediaWorks

Australian outdoor media company QMS has taken full ownership of New Zealand advertising and radio company MediaWorks.

NZ sharemarket falls in worst session since pandemic

NZ sharemarket falls in worst session since pandemic

The New Zealand sharemarket has fallen sharply today following the rout on international markets at the end of last week.
NZ 'incredibly well-positioned' to weather tariff storm - Luxon

NZ 'incredibly well-positioned' to weather tariff storm - Luxon

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says New Zealand is "incredibly well-positioned" to deal with global tariffs rolled out by the US.
All Woolworths stores close over price tag glitch

All Woolworths stores close over price tag glitch

All 185 Woolworths stores closed for a time on Monday morning due to a problem with electronic price tags.

Rural Life

New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kirehe president’s award recipient Mark Bryan, of...

Dedication to animal welfare, veterinary science recognised

Central Southland veterinarian Mark Bryan will receive a top industry award for his work advancing veterinary science and animal welfare.

Sheep returning home from mountains

Sheep returning home from mountains

Shareholders of the Soldiers Syndicate and helpers draft about 5000 sheep near Naseby yesterday, on a glorious autumn morning, following a more than century-old pilgrimage.
Disquiet over farm conversions to forestry

Disquiet over farm conversions to forestry

In the past seven years, an area larger than Stewart Island has been converted into forestry across New Zealand, and Eastern Southland has not escaped its impact.
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Bigger things to worry about

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Bigger things to worry about

A South Otago farmer says he has bigger things to worry about than Donald Trump’s fresh tariffs on New Zealand exports.

Life & style

Amisfield restaurant near Arrowtown has been named restaurant of the year by Cuisine. PHOTOS:...

Amisfield named world's third best restaurant by top magazine

Lake Hayes’ Amisfield has been named the third best international restaurant in the world in Food & Wine magazine’s Global Tastemakers Awards.

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Working class-inspired outfit a cut above

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Working class-inspired outfit a cut above

A collection inspired by 20th-century workwear has netted a Dunedin designer two awards, including the top prize, at this year’s iD Dunedin Fashion Show.
The right people for a crisis

The right people for a crisis

People need to take back the power to address climate change, Benjamin McKean tells Tom McKinlay.
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Feeling less than neighbourly

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Feeling less than neighbourly

Canada have launched the "elbows up" campaign — rallying the country to unite against their bad neighbour, red hat man.

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

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Finding magic in the light
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Meshing poetry and theatre

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Natural feeding preferred
Cork tree soon to showcase autumn colours

World

"I have previously suggested that the cachet of having lots of real-life friends has declined,...

'Alarming': one in three Australian children gambling

About one in three Aussie kids are rolling the dice on their futures, losing more than $18 million to gambling each year.

Flood death toll 'around 30' in Congo

Flood death toll 'around 30' in Congo

Around 30 people have died in flooding in Democratic Republic of Congo's capital Kinshasa, the provincial health minister said on Sunday.
'Sometimes you have to take medicine': Trump on tariffs

'Sometimes you have to take medicine': Trump on tariffs

US President Donald Trump has said foreign governments would have to pay "a lot of money" to lift sweeping tariffs that he characterized as "medicine".
Child dies in measles outbreak

Child dies in measles outbreak

A second child with measles has died in Texas, state officials said today, amidst an outbreak of the childhood disease.

Opinion

Local Government Minister Simeon Brown. Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver

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Rural health woes

Health Action Wānaka (HAW) will want Health Minister Simeon Brown to pay serious attention to the findings of its report on the state of Upper Clutha health services released last week.

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Cartoonist’s view — Yeo

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Cartoonist’s view — Yeo

Today's cartoon from Shaun Yeo.
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Letters to the Editor: climate, lamb and lunch

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Letters to the Editor: climate, lamb and lunch

Today's Letters to the Editor from readers cover topics including the death of the Paris Agreement, the cost of a leg of lamb, and who is responsible for school lunches?
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The third wave looms, with no deterrence in sight

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The third wave looms, with no deterrence in sight

The "third wave" of nuclear weapons countries is beginning, and it will be at least as dangerous as the previous waves.

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