A Dunedin disability advocate has challenged Minister for Disabilities Carmel Sepuloni to address funding inequality between people on ACC and those born with disabilities.
A bitterly cold wind did little to chill the spirits of about 50 people who gathered for Sunday’s official opening of the West Harbour Recreation Trail.
The opening of the new, expanded gastroenterology unit at Dunedin Hospital is set to coincide with the roll-out of the national bowel screening programme across the southern region.
People visiting Toitu Otago Settlers Museum for a hot cuppa after the dawn service on Anzac Day will also be able to view artefacts from 1918 in the museum's military section.
The inspirational story of Dunedin dog Meg, who is recovering well after being lost and injured for five weeks, has benefited the Dunedin Wildlife Hospital.