Fiona Ellis

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Fast work captures photo with a twist

This image of an aurora-like light over Nugget Point Lighthouse won the astro-landscape division...

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Fast work captures photo with a twist

The winner of an international astrophotography competition says his image of a dramatic sky above Nugget Point Lighthouse was the result of a last-minute turnaround.

Oamaru Hospital forced to close emergency department

Oamaru Hospital forced to close emergency department

Oamaru Hospital has temporarily closed its emergency department, citing "doctor shortages".

Clothing sale for Whānau Refuge popular

The annual designer clothing sale in support of Ōtepoti Dunedin Whānau Refuge, run by University...

Clothing sale in aid of Ōtepoti Dunedin Whānau Refuge popular

A queue stretched down Dunedin’s George St in central Dunedin on Saturday as crowds waited for the doors to open on a clothing sale with a cause.

Proposed 5% pay increase ‘an insult’

Laboratory workers push for better pay and conditions at a protest in the Octagon yesterday....

Proposed 5% pay increase ‘an insult’

Striking laboratory workers gathered to protest in Dunedin yesterday, rebuffing a prospective 5% pay increase as "an insult".

Clothing sale to support refuge

University of Otago students (from left) Rebecca Bridgman, Rosie Joyce, and Julia Newman look...

Clothing sale to support refuge

A group of students who last year raised more than $66,000 are again encouraging the Dunedin community to support a good cause in style.

'I can’t eat': Mystery illness ruins Dunedin woman's life

Life-threatening health issues have made ordinary life impossible for a former Dunedin fitness instructor facing surgery abroad — even just a walk is now exhausting.

Legal action possible over deadly misdiagnosis

A radiologist who made "serious errors" and missed the signs of liver cancer which killed a Southland Hospital patient could face legal action.

Physio receives organisation’s premier award

Margot Skinner was thrilled to receive the Mildred Elson Award at the recent World Physiotherapy...

Physio receives organisation’s premier award

The Dunedin recipient of World Physiotherapy’s highest award says working to boost healthcare internationally has given her a global perspective.

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Urology patients wait and wait

Dunedin Hospital has been struggling to retain staff. Photo: RNZ

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Urology patients wait and wait

Nearly 1000 people are waiting for appointments as Dunedin Hospital once again struggles with "considerable pressure" on its urology services.

Excitement builds for city's Cup kick-off

Philippines fans Marian Nipal (left) and Princess Arenas get into the World Cup in the Octagon...

Excitement builds for city's Cup kick-off

Football fans attending the Fifa Women’s World Cup match in Dunedin today are excited about seeing the "historic" game.

Suicide prevention service to expand

Life Matters Suicide Prevention Trust co-general managers Clare Curran (left) and Corinda Taylor...

Suicide prevention service to expand

The doors will soon be open until late as a Dunedin organisation providing life-saving care prepares to more than double its services.

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Hospital short of urologists

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Hospital short of urologists

Dunedin Hospital’s urology department is again seeking outside help after resignations have left it with just two specialists.

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Children survive 'horrendous' night in bush

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Children survive 'horrendous' night in bush

Two children are "lucky to be alive" after spending the night outdoors in horrendous weather, sheltering under a log, the rescue helicopter pilot who picked them up says.

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Logo consultation not a referendum: university

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Logo consultation not a referendum: university

The University of Otago has defended the wording of consultation on its new logo change against criticism, saying it was not a referendum.

Imitation firearm incident near supermarket

One person has been taken into custody following an incident with an imitation firearm near a central Dunedin supermarket.

Te Whatu Ora 'not being honest'

Misleading statistics disappoint advocate

Health New Zealand has been accused of using a misleading statistic to suggest cancer treatment rates are improving in the South, as one key metric shows things are getting worse.

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OUSA backs call to improve housing

OUSA president Quintin Jane standing up for calls to improve housing standards. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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OUSA backs call to improve housing

Mould-ridden flats, leaks and collapsing ceilings; the stereotype of poor-quality student housing persists "because it’s true".

Lab workers at Awanui Labs strike for better pay

Southern healthcare staff walked out on minimum-wage work yesterday to rally against "chronic" underpayment amid a widespread strike.

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Not sticking with it: low pay sparks strike

Awanui Labs workers protest in the Octagon yesterday as part of a push for better pay and...

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Not sticking with it: low pay sparks strike

Southern healthcare staff walked out on minimum-wage work yesterday to rally against "chronic" underpayment amid a widespread strike.

Laboratory workers strike in Dunedin & Invercargill

Southern healthcare staff walked out on minimum-wage work yesterday to rally against "chronic" underpayment amid a widespread strike.

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