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Call for tree classification changes
The importance of native trees is not being recognised when it comes to protecting significant Dunedin trees, the Otago Regional Council says.
Ruby Shaw
Motorcyclist seen passing on blind corners before slamming into ute
Motorcyclist seen passing on blind corners before slamming into ute
A motorcyclist was seen overtaking on blind corners at high speed before slamming into a ute in a crash on State Highway 8 which left two people dead.
Multiple crews called to well-involved peninsula fire
Multiple crews called to well-involved peninsula fire
Emergency services were called to a well-involved house fire in Harwood this morning.
Owner concerned about ‘future’ over property’s proposed heritage listing
Owner concerned about ‘future’ over property’s proposed heritage listing
An elderly Dunedin widow struggling to get by fears an unwanted heritage listing will ruin the resale value of her property.
Council’s flood costs $7.8m just for transport
Council’s flood costs $7.8m just for transport
Council costs following the October floods have reached nearly $8million for transport alone.
Motorcyclist speeding before fatal crash: witness
Motorcyclist speeding before fatal crash: witness
A motorcyclist was seen overtaking on blind corners at high speed before slamming into a ute in a Cromwell crash which left two dead.
Children at risk, resident says
Children at risk, resident says
A Dunedin pensioner says she has spent decades fighting councils over a bus stop which crosses her driveway and puts children at risk.
Moment on steps ‘a favour’
Moment on steps ‘a favour’
The owner of the country’s oldest Land Rover says the vehicle’s political detour since leaving Dunedin will contribute to life-saving research.
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Clutha manhunt: Couple ‘dodged a bullet’
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Clutha manhunt: Couple ‘dodged a bullet’
A South Otago man says he and his wife "dodged a bullet" after a late-night encounter with a man at the centre of a massive police manhunt.
Sea lion slips through shark’s jaws
Sea lion slips through shark’s jaws
A sea lion seen with massive wounds from a shark bite should serve as a reminder to Dunedin beachgoers of who they are sharing the ocean with, experts warn.
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Removal of ‘incompatible’ pōhutukawa recommended
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Removal of ‘incompatible’ pōhutukawa recommended
A protected but "incompatible" pōhutukawa tree should be removed to prevent further damage to a historic Dunedin house, a council planner has recommended.
Cinema too dangerous to enter after fire
Historic cinema still too dangerous to enter after blaze
The site of yesterday's destructive Roxburgh blaze remains too dangerous to enter as the town reels in "disbelief" at the loss of its beloved historic cinema and town hall.
Call for witnesses to Roxburgh fire
Call for witnesses to Roxburgh fire
Fire investigators probing the blaze which razed Roxburgh's historic cinema and town hall want to hear from witnesses who saw or photographed yesterday's destructive fire.
Lack of cover for slip damage leaves ‘no option’
Lack of cover for slip damage leaves ‘no option’
The calendar on Krystal Brens’ fridge still shows the month of October, 2024.
Decades of memories up in flames
Decades of memories up in flames
"Now it’s all gone and it’s just a bloody shame."
Fire destroys Roxburgh's historic town hall
'Huge shock': Fire destroys Roxburgh's historic town hall
The Roxburgh community is reeling after a massive blaze destroyed the town's historic town hall today.
Time to go back to school after nearly 70 years
Time to go back to school after nearly 70 years
While hats and gloves may not be a school uniform staple any more, past and present Queen’s High School students still had plenty to talk about.
Bird sickness appears ‘contained’
Bird sickness appears ‘contained’
Close to 1500 birds have died due to an outbreak of avian botulism which officials say remains contained.
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Business owner backs Sunday parking fees
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Business owner backs Sunday parking fees
Introducing fees on Sundays will be good for retailers and prevent parks in Dunedin’s central city from being ‘‘hogged’’, a business owner says.
Floral touch makes public toilet users extra grateful
Floral touch makes public toilet users extra grateful
A touch of country hospitality is bringing a smile to any visitors wanting to spend a penny in the southern reaches of Canterbury.