Possums in spotlight
Possums in spotlight
The call is out for Dunedin people to step out in the dark next month to take part in the annual Spotlight on Possums event, which aims to help take a census of possum hot spots around the city.
Brenda Harwood
Youth choir returning from Covid disruption
Youth choir returning from Covid disruption
After three tough, Covid-affected years, the Southern Youth Choir is back to full strength and excited to sing in concert this week.
State of local roads focus at meeting
State of local roads focus at meeting
The state of local roads was top of mind for the Waikouaiti Coast Community Board, which heard reports of roading issues from two local residents at its meeting last week in Karitane.
Exhibitors set to flock to show
Exhibitors set to flock to show
Topknots, fluffy feet, and feathers of many colours will catch the eye of visitors to this weekend’s Dunedin Poultry, Pigeon and Cage Bird Club annual show.
Possums in spotlight
Possums in spotlight
The call is out for Dunedin people to step out in the dark next month to take part in the annual Spotlight on Possums event, which aims to help take a census of possum hot spots around the city.
One-day music sale to be held by Regent Theatre
One-day music sale to be held by Regent Theatre
A lute, a guitar, violins, and a ukulele are among the musical instruments for sale, alongside a giant collection of music-related items, in next month’s Regent Theatre Music Sale.
Open day to promote restoration
Open day to promote restoration
The Tomahawk community and interested Dunedin people are invited to attend an open day on Saturday, to hear about progress made to date on the three-year project to assess, restore and enhance the...
Spellbinding tale of love, fate
Spellbinding tale of love, fate
Stunning costumes and sets, fabulous dancing, and the greatest love story of all time combined to make the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s production of Romeo & Juliet a truly spectacular occasion.
A lot to like with playful approach
A lot to like with playful approach
THE GLOBE THEATRE SHAKESPEARE’S AS YOU LIKE IT Thursday, May 18 A playful approach to gender and relationships adds to the joyful high jinks in a delightful Globe Theatre...
Iconic band topic of book
Iconic band topic of book
The iconic 1970s New Zealand album Space Waltz, and the extraordinary band that created it, are the subject of a new book by Dunedin author, musician and lecturer Dr Ian Chapman.
Conductors mentor competition finalists
Conductors mentor competition finalists
Two Dunedin conductors are mentoring some of the city’s finest young musicians, as they prepare for the challenge of the Dunedin Concerto Competition finals concert later this month.
Shakespeare on at the Globe
Shakespeare on at the Globe
After a four-year hiatus, the Globe Theatre welcomes Shakespeare back to the stage this week with a Bowie-inspired production of As You Like It.
Iconic band topic of book
Iconic band topic of book
The iconic 1970s New Zealand album Space Waltz, and the extraordinary band that created it, are the subject of a new book by Dunedin author, musician and lecturer Dr Ian Chapman.
Brighton pump track proposed
Brighton pump track proposed
Saddle Hill Community Board members were intrigued by a proposal from a local group to establish a community BMX pump track in the Brighton area during their meeting last week.
Still printing after 160 years
Still printing after 160 years
As The Star reaches a milestone of 160 years this month, reporters Brenda Harwood and Simon Henderson delve into the archives.
Clean air approach for cafe
Clean air approach for cafe
For the past year, customers at the popular Heritage Coffee Co in the warehouse precinct have enjoyed clean, fresh air with their food and beverages — inside and out.
Smokefree generation a team effort
Smokefree generation a team effort
New Zealand’s world-leading approach to reaching its Smokefree 2025 goal, and the importance of support and encouragement for those trying to quit, are being highlighted during Smokefree May.
Writing back in author’s sights after pain study
Writing back in author’s sights after pain study
Dunedin's Lynley Hood is "charging ahead" with research for books she plans to write, after taking part in a chronic pain treatment study that had a welcome possible side-effect - the restoration of her sight.
Trust lodges request for Cargill's Castle work
Trust lodges request for Cargill's Castle work
Cargill’s Castle Trust has taken a major step forward in its efforts to preserve the historic castle ruin, lodging a building consent with DCC for stage one of its stabilisation plans.
Writing back in author’s sights after pain study
Writing back in author’s sights after pain study
Dunedin author Dr Lynley Hood is "charging ahead" with research for books she plans to write, after taking part in a chronic pain treatment study that had a surprising and very welcome possible...