John Lewis

Link between sleep and car accidents investigated

Otago psychology senior lecturer and Otago Transport Research Network director Dr Vanessa...

Link between sleep and car accidents investigated

Reducing New Zealand’s disturbing road toll is the goal of new University of Otago research which will investigate the link between teenagers’ sleep patterns and their driving behaviours.

University op-shop praised for initiative

Students shopping at Te Oraka thrift shop, which recently won the student engagement category at...

University op-shop praised for initiative

A Dunedin thrift shop has qualified for entry to a global sustainability competition after winning an award at the Australasian Green Gown Awards.

MetService predicts showers up to Xmas

MetService predicts showers up to Xmas

Santa might have to shake off some of his winter woollies when he passes through Otago and Southland this year, as temperatures move into the high-20s in some places over Christmas.

Tepco denies radioactive water discharge claims

Tanks containing radioactive wastewater from Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. PHOTO...

Tepco denies radioactive water discharge claims

The Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco) has denied allegations it plans to discharge radioactive wastewater from Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean.

Student a winner at podcast awards

University of Otago marine science and science communication student Max Balloch in his bedroom...

Student a winner at podcast awards

After winning one of New Zealand’s top podcasting awards, Max Balloch admits he might be getting a bit ahead of himself.

Sun-smart message not getting through

New University of Otago research is reminding sun-lovers to be sun-smart this summer. PHOTO:...

Sun-smart message not getting through

As the sun starts to pack more of a punch in the southern regions, University of Otago researchers are reminding sun-lovers that sunscreen alone is not enough.

Tornado needs perfect recipe

The tornado above a rainbow. Photo: CONNOR DIVER

Tornado needs perfect recipe

There are days when the wind can blow your hat off, and then there are rare moments when the weather conditions are perfect for blowing your socks off.

39 new professors at Otago University

New University of Otago professors announced yesterday are (top row, from left) Ian Barber ...

University promotes 39 to professor

The University of Otago has topped off another successful year by celebrating the research and teaching expertise of its academics.

Farm listed as one of top world hotels

Lake Hawea Station has been included in the prestigious Conde Nast Gold List, which recognises...

Farm listed as one of top world hotels

A working Central Otago farm has been recognised on a global tourism hot-list reserved for the most luxurious hotels.

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Mum and daughter ready to graduate

Gabby Knapp and her mother Belinda prepare to celebrate their University of Otago graduation...

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Mum and daughter ready to graduate

Gabby Knapp loves her mum to bits, but having to sit in the same university lectures as her - that would have just been too much for her to handle.

Mother and daughter set to graduate from the University of Otago

Gabby Knapp loves her mum to bits, but having to sit in the same university lectures as her — that would have just been too much for her to handle.

Lake Hawea Station named among world's best

Accommodation at lake Hawea Station has been named among the best in the world. Photos: Supplied

Lake Hawea Station named among world's best

A working Central Otago farm has been recognised on a global tourism hot-list reserved for the most luxurious hotels.

Alsatian pup learning to detect cancer

Hunter (Pulse von Heisenberg) the German shepherd has some play time with K9 Medical Detection...

Alsatian pup learning to detect cancer

In what will be a NZ first, a German shepherd pup is being trained to sniff out ovarian cancer.

Call to halt discharge

Plans to discharge radioactive wastewater from Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean over the next three decades have been condemned by a group of world academics...

New system to improve access to trials

Despite multiple assessments Mrs A's cancer went undiagnosed for months. Photo: Getty Images

New system to improve access to trials

Maori, Pacific and rural New Zealanders are more frequently missing out on participating in clinical trials and on their benefits.

Graduand’s designs put to the test

Otago Polytechnic bachelor of design (communication) graduand Stefan Savage-Mason with one of the...

Graduand’s designs put to the test

It looks like Stefan Savage-Mason has his work cut out for him in the future.

Alsatian pup learning to detect cancer

In what will be a New Zealand first, a German shepherd pup is being trained in Mosgiel to sniff out ovarian cancer.

Heavy rain, thunderstorms forecast for southern regions

Get ready to rumble — the southern regions are in for some thunderstorms and heavy rain over the next few days.

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End of university’s glassblowing era

University of Otago glassblower Anne Ryan in 2009 works on a glass shell for a hermit crab living...

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End of university’s glassblowing era

Financial challenges have prompted the University of Otago to close its glassblowing unit after nearly 70 years creating test tubing and other custom-made glassware used in the science departments.

Smokefree NZ will bring ‘profound’ health gains

Momentum towards New Zealand’s Smokefree 2025 goal is becoming "unstoppable" following the passing of new smokefree legislation in Parliament.

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