Chamber music recital’s French flair
Chamber music recital’s French flair
Works by musical giants of the French "Belle Epoque" of the late 1800s will feature in chamber music recital "Springtime in Paris" this weekend.
Brenda Harwood
Choir prepared for year-end concert
Choir prepared for year-end concert
The Southern Youth Choir (SYC) will perform choral works both ancient and new in its final concert of the year.
Theatrical tribute to Heyer’s talent
Theatrical tribute to Heyer’s talent
A life-long love of the novels of mid-20th century English writer Georgette Heyer has inspired Dunedin actor Terry MacTavish.
REVIEW: Chamber Music NZ presents Calefax
REVIEW: Chamber Music NZ presents Calefax
Chamber Music NZ presents CalefaxGlenroy Auditorium — Friday, September 27Review by BRENDA HARWOOD Extraordinary Dutch reed ensemble Calefax showcased the incredible variety of sounds...
Baroque music feature of concerts
Baroque music feature of concerts
Dunedin City Organist and early music specialist David Burchell will join forces with Auckland-based early music specialist Polly Sussex for a series of Baroque concerts across the South.
Celebrate history, beauty of island at kite flying day
Celebrate history, beauty of island at kite flying day
The beauty and history of Quarantine Island/Kamau Taurua will provide a stunning backdrop and an exciting outing for families in the inaugural Quarantine Island Kite Day event this weekend.
Public invited to ‘Move for MS’ fun day
Public invited to ‘Move for MS’ fun day
MS Otago is inviting local people of all ages and abilities to put their best foot forward during a day of family fun at Wingatui Race Course this Sunday.
Sneak peek leaves donor delighted
Sneak peek leaves donor delighted
The Foley family, of Dunedin, were given a special treat last week — the chance to visit the new Dunedin Botanic Garden playground ahead of its opening on Tuesday.
Historic buildings open for tour
Historic buildings open for tour
Some of Dunedin’s most fascinating historic homes and buildings will open their doors for public viewing in next weekend’s Cargill’s Castle Trust Heritage Homes Open Day.
Recital by visiting choir
Recital by visiting choir
One of the country’s foremost choral ensembles, Auckland’s Graduate Choir NZ, will present a gala recital in Dunedin this weekend.
Woodwind, guitar play starring roles
Woodwind, guitar play starring roles
Superb performances of a globe-crossing repertoire delighted large audiences for the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra’s popular matinee series concerts at the weekend.
Twining with the past
Twining with the past
An important element of Dunedin’s industrial history will be explored by artist Kari Morseth, with help from the public, in her participatory art project Rope/Walk.
Fundraiser awash with books
Fundraiser awash with books
Thousands of second-hand books, donated by the community, have been sorted by volunteers and are ready to go for this weekend’s Mosgiel Rotary Club Annual Book Sale.
Community foodbank open to all
Community foodbank open to all
The cheerful team at Mosgiel Community Foodbank have been caring for Taieri community members facing food insecurity for over 30 years.
Refurbishing memorial a work of love
Refurbishing memorial a work of love
A family connection to Caversham’s proud military history has inspired Dunedin man Charlie Boyes to put his skills to work refurbishing the wrought iron gates that once graced the Caversham School...
Rejuvenating Rotary Park
Rejuvenating Rotary Park
High above Dunedin, with spectacular views of Otago Harbour and the ocean, sits one of the city’s hidden gems — Rotary Park.
Pre-loved wedding dresses on show
Pre-loved wedding dresses on show
Excitement is high at Shop on Carroll, where staff and volunteers are hard at work preparing to transform the store into a ‘‘wedding wonderland’’ for its Pre-loved Wedding Extravaganza.
Soloist thrilled to return
Soloist thrilled to return
Australian guitarist Karin Schaupp is thrilled to be returning to Dunedin to perform as soloist in one of the world’s best-loved guitar concertos - Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez.
Sensitive, authentic story
Sensitive, authentic story
A committed cast and production team offer a strong and sensitive portrayal of the impact of dementia on a family in the Globe Theatre’s production of Gail Young’s Bothered & Bewildered.
Emerson’s Dunedin Marathon
Emerson’s Dunedin Marathon
More than 3600 participants joined the Emerson’s Dunedin Marathon in perfect conditions on Sunday, a signal of the event’s soaring popularity.