Brenda Harwood

Residencies begin at new theatre space

Dunedin writer/director Jessica Latton (pictured) and a large team of creatives will spend next...

Residencies begin at new theatre space

A large team of actors and creatives will take up a residency at Te Whare o Rukutia theatre space next week, as work continues on The World’s First Lovers, a new work by Dunedin writer/director...

Mosgiel to host guinea pig show

Otago Cavy (Guinea Pig) Club president Josh Wilson-Jones is pictured with his Best in Show...

Mosgiel to host guinea pig show

The cuteness factor will be through the roof as local guinea pig fans gather with their pets for the 2022 Otago Cavy Club show.

Kakapo ready to go home

The last two juvenile kakapo in residence at the Dunedin Wildlife Hospital, Ra A2 and Erohe A1, are "more than ready" to be released to predator-free Anchor Island.

Foodbanks under increasing pressure

Social Worker Sarah Davis finishes loading a box of food at Presbyterian Support Otago Family...

Foodbanks under increasing pressure

Dunedin’s major food banks are feeling the pinch, with demand at an "all time high" due to the rising cost of rent, food, and fuel, sparking concerns about a new kind of poverty in New Zealand.

Rotary Club honours former president

Retired Rotary Dunedin member June Mills was delighted to be presented with a life membership of...

Rotary Club honours former president

Decades of community service by retired Rotary Dunedin member June Mills was celebrated with the awarding of a life membership at the club’s recent changeover night.

Bracing for surge in cases

Local health professionals, such as Roslyn Pharmacy clinical manager Hannah Young, are keen to...

Bracing for surge in cases

With up to 10 weeks of the latest wave of Covid infections ahead, amid a significant increase in cases of the highly infectious Omicron BA.5 subvariant, now's the time to be more vigilant than ever.

Further $600,000 for warm homes scheme

The Otago Community Trust has invested a further $600,000 in the EECA Warmer Kiwi Homes scheme, which supports Otago households to install insulation and efficient heating.

Call to stay vigilant against Covid

With six to 10 weeks of the latest wave of Covid-19 infections ahead of us, amid a significant increase in cases of the highly infectious Omicron BA.5 subvariant, now is the time to be more...

Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever on

Red-clad dancers strike a pose in the Octagon at the conclusion of last year’s Most Wuthering...

Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever on

Dunedin’s Octagon will be a sea of red as local enthusiasts gather for the annual Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever flash mob event.

Further $600,000 for warm homes scheme

Further $600,000 for warm homes scheme

The Otago Community Trust has invested a further $600,000 in the EECA Warmer Kiwi Homes scheme, which supports Otago households to install insulation and efficient heating.

Comedy soiree a fun experience

The magnificent Great Hall of Olveston Historic Home is the perfect setting for the post-funeral goings-on among the upper-crust Featherways family in Noel Coward’s one-act play Family Album.

Rotary Club honours former president

Decades of community service by retired Rotary Dunedin member June Mills was celebrated with the awarding of a life membership at the club’s recent changeover night.

Aged-care facilities hit as Covid cases rise in South

Aged-care facilities hit as Covid cases rise in South

Aged-care facilities in the southern health region have been experiencing significant challenges as Covid infections rise.

Gender equality stitched into quilts

Quilt Project contributor Willa Davis looks over the square she created during a project session...

Gender equality stitched into quilts

The collective stitching efforts of dozens of local people, creating images highlighting gender inequality, will be displayed at the Dunedin Community Gallery this month.

Entrepreneur to discuss ‘How to build connections’

Dunedin-born Casey Davies-Bell starts his new job as community manager at Kiwi Landing Pad next...

Entrepreneur to discuss ‘How to build connections’

High-flying Kiwi entrepreneur Casey Davies-Bell will be guest speaker at the Dunedin TimeBank annual meeting and potluck gathering on Tuesday.

Ball will put the fun into fundraising

Mid Winter Ball co-organiser Rachael Taylor is excited to invite Dunedinites to an evening of ...

Ball will put the fun into fundraising

Organisers of a midwinter ball full of "fun and frivolity" also have a serious purpose — to raise funds and awareness for St John.

DCC grants $900K to local groups, events

Local groups, from the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra to the Otago Sports Car Club, have received a share of a $922,400 funding boost from the Dunedin City Council.

Indoor festival well supported

Glowing lanterns fill the large space in First Church during the Dunedin Midwinter Carnival....

Indoor festival well supported

Moving the Dunedin Midwinter Carnival indoors was a huge effort, but was "so worth it" to see smiles on children’s faces.

Irish rugby players visit art event

Irish rugby players visit art event

Visiting Irish rugby players Bundee Aki (left) and Robbie Henshaw (third from right) were welcome visitors at an art event in support of Relief Aid Ukraine Appeal at the Dunedin Community Gallery...

Local body election season starting

Local body election season starting

Local government election season is about to begin, with candidate nominations set to open tomorrow.

Search form

Search form

Brenda Harwood