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Dunedin school speed limit cuts on agenda

Dunedin school speed limit cuts on agenda

Nearly all Dunedin schools could have the speed limit outside them reduced to 30kmh by July 2024. The DCC has also signalled 30kmh limits may be brought in for "urban centres" in Caversham, Maori Hill, Mornington and the tertiary education precinct.

Fresh push for pole-arising St Clair groyne plan

New Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich in front of the remains of the St Clair groyne which has now...

Fresh push for pole-arising St Clair groyne plan

A proposal to reinstate a line of poles at Dunedin's St Clair Beach is set to continue to make waves.

Aurora narrowly avoids court action

Aurora narrowly avoids court action

Otago power company Aurora Energy has narrowly avoided court action for again failing to keep outages in check.

Principal retires after 18 years

Retiring Macandrew Bay School principal Bernadette Newlands is given a rousing send-off by pupils...

Principal retires after 18 years

Words of wisdom, encouragement and the smile of a long-serving Dunedin school principal were celebrated as she said goodbye to a job she loved.

Seacliff history hall provides personal context

Reflecting on the history of the Seacliff hospital is retired psychiatric nurse Cathy Tod. She...

Seacliff history hall provides personal context

A comprehensive presentation about the history of the Seacliff psychiatric hospital near Dunedin was partly driven by personal connections for those involved in the project.

Work on beach steps back on track after false starts

A set of steps is eased into position next to the St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool in Dunedin...

Work on beach steps back on track after false starts

After a couple of false starts, a project to improve access to St Clair Beach in Dunedin seemed to be making headway yesterday.

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ORC staff almost doubles

ORC interim chief executive Dr Pim Borren. Photo: James Gilberd T/A Photospace

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ORC staff grows with workload

Otago Regional Council staffing numbers have shot up from from 180 to 320 as the council grapples with a bigger workload.

Timing perfect, tournament CEO says

Looking forward to Fifa World Cup matches being hosted in Dunedin next year are Southern United...

Timing perfect, tournament CEO says

Dunedin is preparing to help host next year’s Fifa World Cup at a time of heightened enthusiasm for women’s sport, the tournament’s chief executive says.

Peninsula road to get guard rails

An aerial of Otago Peninsula. PHOTO: ODT FILES

Peninsula road to get guard rails

Guard rails are to be installed at three sites on Harington Point Rd, on the Otago Peninsula.

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Water admin should stay at local level: Radich

Stormwater outlet Andersons Bay Inlet. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

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Water admin should stay at local level: Radich

The Government’s Three Waters proposals have created a lot of disharmony and it should do what is necessary to preserve genuine local ownership of assets, Dunedin’s new mayor says.

'Massive event': demand for World Cup tickets

Fifa women's World Cup chief executive Dave Beeche with mascot Tazuni. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

'Massive event': demand for World Cup tickets

Tickets for next year's Fifa women's World Cup are getting snapped up and the tournament's mascot has had its first public appearance in Dunedin.

Taieri Gorge trips back on track as ships return

Passengers from the Grand Princess cruise ship take their next trip by train on the Taieri Gorge...

Taieri Gorge trips back on track as ships return

The focus of limited Dunedin rail services has swung to serving passengers from cruise ships again, as tourism starts to rebound.

12,000 attendees ensure festival fizzes

Richard Page, of Dunedin, raises a glass at the Dunedin Craft Beer and Food Festival at Forsyth...

12,000 attendees ensure festival fizzes

The thirst for a big festival in Dunedin has been quenched at last.

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Bill will help local control over alcohol

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Bill will help local control over alcohol

More strength for local alcohol policies could help communities get what they want, Dunedin’s district licensing committee chairman says.

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Kmart departure, lockdowns led to liquidation

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Kmart departure, lockdowns led to liquidation

Kmart leaving Dunedin’s Meridian Mall, and Covid-19 lockdowns, led to a doughnuts business going into liquidation.

Dunedin mayor and city councillors sworn in

Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich is sworn into office yesterday in a ceremony at the Dunedin Centre....

Dunedin mayor and city councillors sworn in

New Dunedin mayor Jules Radich may well have a new-found appreciation for the work his predecessor was able to get through.

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Retailers worry about George St parking

An arborist cuts through the trunk of a tree in George St in Dunedin yesterday. Photo: Gerard O...

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Retailers worry about George St parking

The planned layout of part of the George St revamp in Dunedin has been revised, after concerns were raised about parking.

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Power bills to reflect time of use

Aurora owns and operates the poles, lines, and other equipment that distributes electricity from...

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Power bills to reflect time of use

Many electricity consumers in Otago can expect sharper increases in their bills in the coming years if they use much of their power during peak times.

'We'll work faithfully on your behalf': Radich sworn in as mayor

Jules Radich in his mayoral robes. PHOTO: GERARD O'BRIEN

'We'll work faithfully on your behalf': Radich sworn in as mayor

Dunedin's new mayor says his first two weeks on the job have given him a keener awareness of the time and effort required for the role.

'Beautiful' George St trees cut down

Large trees in Dunedin's main street are being cut down this morning in a move which has stirred 'mixed feedback'.

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