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Highlanders exhorted to ‘get back to being brave’

An obvious question, but hard to answer.
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Day WW2 ended was ‘time of joy, celebration’

At 102, Elsie Herriott has lived a long life, but she still vividly remembers the moment she found out the Allies had won World War 2.

‘Unique’ time in Rome

‘Unique’ time in Rome

Taieri College rugby players on tour in Rome have been given a far bigger dose of culture than they ever expected.
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‘Old-school’ learning lifts results

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‘Old-school’ learning lifts results

"Old-school" repetitive learning and one-on-one support are the secrets to two Otago schools’ rapid improvement in NCEA attainment.
Researchers uncover link between eye health and dementia

Researchers uncover link between eye health and dementia

The Dunedin Longitudinal Study is helping researchers understand the link between eye health and dementia, and how AI might help diagnose Alzheimer's much earlier.

dunedin

The crowd during the 2025 Anzac Day dawn service at the Cenotaph in Queens Gardens yesterday....

Thousands pay respects

Thousands of people braved the morning chill at the Cenotaph in Queens Gardens, Dunedin, to pay their respects to those who have served NZ.

Pair trespassed after sneaking into building, taking tour

Pair trespassed after sneaking into building, taking tour

A pair of intrepid explorers took an unsanctioned tour through the Allied Press building, ending their sightseeing with a view of the city from the building’s roof.
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Fun hub proposed for test against France

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Fun hub proposed for test against France

The All Blacks’ test against France in July could feature a bumper beer tent in the Octagon, the city council hopes.
Marvel-lous outing for Landers fans

Marvel-lous outing for youthful Landers fans

An incredibly small hulk provided a last-minute challenge for the Highlanders before their clash against the Crusaders tonight.

regions

Hundreds of people watched the parade from Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall to the township’s cenotaph....

Tribute paid to wartime ‘sacrifices’

Thousands braved the cold yesterday to pay their respects at the various Anzac Day services across Otago and Southland. Allied Press reporters were out among them.

Two hurt in Kingston Rd crash

Two hurt in Kingston Rd crash

Two people have been injured after a crash on State Highway 6 near the Kawarau Falls area today.
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Address still fresh over 40 years later

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Address still fresh over 40 years later

Maheno's Anzac commemoration has had a distinctive figure at the helm for over 40 years: 94-year-old archdeacon the Ven Bernard Wilkinson.
Bid fails to move festival to resort’s CBD

Bid fails to move festival to resort’s CBD

Despite high-level support, Snow Machine’s owner has failed in is bid to host his music festival in the CBD-adjacent Recreation Ground.

National

Regulation Minister David Seymour is continuing to defend the above-average salaries in the 13...

Regulation Ministry salaries continue to top average $150K

A year on from the Ministry for Regulation's creation, the average salary for its staff continues to top $150,000 - well above the sector-wide average of just over $100,000.

Landlord allowed rentals to be used to grow cannabis

Landlord allowed rentals to be used to grow cannabis

Landlord Nga Thanh Phan had four rental properties across Auckland city raided by police - and all housed commercial-size cannabis-growing operations.
Red dye put in fountain's water

Red dye put in fountain's water

Water in a central Auckland fountain was dyed red in what appeared to be a protest coinciding with Anzac Day.
Recycling plant fire leaves worker shaken

Recycling plant fire leaves worker shaken

A worker at an Auckland recycling plant that burnt down on the city's North Shore is sad and shaken by what has happened.

sport

Pirates stalwarts (from left) Craig Dickson, Glenn Dickson, Brent Rodger, Ross Edwards, Jack...

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Pirates back from the dead... but for how long?

Pirates are back.

Defensive frailties letting Nuggets down, coach Kelly says

Defensive frailties letting Nuggets down, coach Kelly says

The midterm report is just around the corner for the Otago Nuggets.
Warriors mark Anzac Day in style

Warriors mark Anzac Day in style

Erin Clark, of the New Zealand Warriors, offloads during his team’s round eight NRL match against the Newcastle Knights at Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch last night.
Chiefs a force to be reckoned with

Chiefs a force to be reckoned with

Chiefs winger Emoni Narawa powers his way to a try during his team’s round 11 Super Rugby Pacific match against the Force at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui last night.

At one with the land
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Spiced beef short ribs on creamy polenta
Opening up world of Middle Eastern food
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Singing the praises of cellaring

Business

Sisters Cathy Watt (left) and Sue Smith have worked together at Brydone Wholefoods, south of...

Vege shop closing after 23 years

For 23 years, they’ve been a sister act.

Firm supporting family after worker’s death

Firm supporting family after worker’s death

Dunedin robotics company Scott Technology Ltd is prioritising support and protection for the family of an employee killed in a "tragic" accident at the facility this week.
Startup hopes to improve oral care

Startup hopes to improve oral care

Her lightbulb moment came literally at an electrifying event.
Rising costs, 'complicated geography' behind price increases: Air NZ

Rising costs, 'complicated geography' behind price increases: Air NZ

Air New Zealand's Chief Financial Officer Richard Thomson has blamed the cost of inflation since the Covid-19 pandemic for a rise in the airline's airfares.

Rural Life

Island Farm owner Owen Thomas is sad to leave the farm. PHOTO: JOHN COSGROVE

Family prepares to sever connection with the land

One of the many heritage farming properties in Canterbury will soon be ending its 140-year family connection when it is sold.

Tourism venture’s insights shared

Tourism venture’s insights shared

Central Otago farmer and tourism operator Jonathan Wallis sees on and off-farm businesses in the high country in a phase of big change as farmers look to increase their sheep and beef incomes.
Sharing the view with riders

Sharing the view with riders

Hyde sheep and beef farmers Stephen and Michelle Holland say adding horse trekking as a new income stream is an added bonus, but it wasn't their main motivating factor.
Fashion for the good of us all

Fashion for the good of us all

Peri Drysdale’s eco-minded fashion business is on a runway heading towards a lighter touch on the planet, writes Tim Cronshaw.

Life & style

2nd South Canterbury Regiment, Battalion Headquarters staff at Orari Camp in 1910. Major Herbert...

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A surgeon at the front

Waimate doctor Herbert Clifford Barclay thought he was heading to England to study. Instead he found himself, scalpel in hand, on World War 1’s Eastern Front, Kim Dungey writes.

The price of citizenship

The price of citizenship

Anzac Day has become a day of remembrance for all those who served and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. Many of us are fortunate to share whakapapa with these people, writes Karyn Paringatai.
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Restoration a balance of two worlds

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Restoration a balance of two worlds

This Dunedin villa addresses the importance of heritage preservation and the need to improve our housing stock to be fit for modern life and future generations.
The killing of kindness

The killing of kindness

President Donald Trump’s actions are irreconcilable with Christian compassion.

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

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Building community the key
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Food and painting delivers a crossover of senses

World

Crowds gather at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne for Anzac Day commemorations this morning...

Melbourne Anzac service marred by 'abhorrent' neo-Nazi jeering

Veterans and their families marched to the sound of brass and public applause as they paraded proudly with their medals on a day marred by neo-Nazis gatecrashing a sombre Anzac dawn service.

Indian army chief heads to Kashmir as Pakistan tensions rise

Indian army chief heads to Kashmir as Pakistan tensions rise

India's army chief will visit the site of a deadly attack on tourists in Indian Kashmir earlier this week, with fears of fresh tensions with long-time rival and neighbour Pakistan spooking markets.
'Vladimir, STOP!' says Trump after Kyiv attack

'Vladimir, STOP!' says Trump after Kyiv attack

Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles, killing at least 12 people and drawing a rare rebuke from US President Donald Trump, who told Vladimir Putin: "Vladimir, STOP!"
St Peter's reopens to faithful farewelling Pope

St Peter's reopens to faithful farewelling Pope

St Peter's Basilica reopened its doors this morning (local time) to welcome thousands of worshippers from around the world who want to pay their final respects to Pope Francis.

Opinion

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Flying in the face of fairness

There is little choice if ever you want or need to travel out of the South in something other than a private vehicle.

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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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My lucky number is 52

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My lucky number is 52

Every few weeks bingo counters get tipped into an old biscuit tin and one of the most beloved institutions of the New Zealand Parliament, the member’s Bill ballot, is held.
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A beat-up about one’s kitchen kit

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A beat-up about one’s kitchen kit

Why does everyday design sometimes go backwards?

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