700 submissions advocate sinking lid on gambling
700 submissions advocate sinking lid on gambling
A family had to re-mortgage their home to pay gambling debts, the Dunedin City Council was told in just one of more than 700 submissions yesterday.
Hamish McNeilly
Service continues
Service continues
Matapura Ellison was reappointed to his position at the Puketeraki runanga at an annual meeting on Sunday.
US author inspired by 'Dr Who'
US author inspired by 'Dr Who'
A plea by an audience member for Diana Gabaldon to complete her Outlander series before the avid fan died, was dismissed by the best-selling author.
Bid to ditch deputy fails
Bid to ditch deputy fails
Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt last night failed in an attempt to remove his deputy.
Portobello hospitality puts it on map
Portobello hospitality puts it on map
Not only has Portobello scooped the prize for best chip store in the South, but it has also won another prize - for the best motel in New Zealand.
Ratings to make tails wag
Ratings to make tails wag
If you live in Dunedin, you should perhaps brace yourself for an influx of lycra-clad, bird-loving dog-walkers.
Seal cull study opposed
Seal cull study opposed
A conservation lobby group is opposed to any research involving the possible culling of fur seals on the Mutton Bird Islands, but is pledging to help those affected by the problem.
Town hall closure provokes compensation threat
Town hall closure provokes compensation threat
Chamber Music New Zealand wants compensation for cancelled bookings following the Dunedin City Council's decision to close the Dunedin Town Hall for 12 months.
Potiki on tribal council
Potiki on tribal council
Three years after resigning as Ngai Tahu chief executive, Tahu Potiki has joined the board of Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu.
Still questions as flight talks confirmed
Still questions as flight talks confirmed
It was meant to end speculation, but an announcement by the Invercargill City Council it is in negotiations with an Australian airline about providing transtasman flights to the city has only raised more questions.
Gay priest predicts a new conservatism
Gay priest predicts a new conservatism
The homosexual priest whose ordination sparked controversy in the Anglican Church, fears the Otago Southland diocese will become more conservative following the retirement of the Bishop of Dunedin, the Right Rev George Connor.
'Fantastic for us'
'Fantastic for us'
A former Dunedin couple has reached the semifinals of a worldwide competition which rewards the winner with a dream holiday in Thailand.
NHNZ going gaming
NHNZ going gaming
With its Star Wars books, game consoles and beanbag on the floor, one thing is clear - this is not your typical office.
Theatre gets satisfaction
Theatre gets satisfaction
Rolling Stones' frontman Mick Jagger continues to leave his mark on Invercargill, more than 44 years after his last visit.
Mass delayed by virus
Mass delayed by virus
A norovirus outbreak at a Dunedin rest-home has forced the postponement of a special Mass at St Joseph's Cathedral tomorrow, but staff and residents have been buoyed by the arrival of a bronze statue of their founder.
Year off for town hall
Year off for town hall
The Dunedin Town Hall is to be closed for 12 months during the the $45 million revamp, requiring graduation ceremonies to be held elsewhere.
DCC urged to continue gambling policy
DCC urged to continue gambling policy
The facts, Kevin Mechen claims, speaks for themselves.
Passengers part with cold cash for warm-up
Passengers part with cold cash for warm-up
Dunedin retailers reported a bumper day yesterday as the cruise ship season started, saying thermals and woollen clothing were in hot demand as cruise ship passengers were caught out by the cold conditions.
Patched-up pigeon posts amazing race win
Patched-up pigeon posts amazing race win
After a close encounter with a power line which left her with a split chest, two broken legs and an uncertain future, Catamaran the racing pigeon has finally won a race.
Hot wheels
Hot wheels
Hundreds of motorcycling enthusiasts attended the event - a celebration of motorcycling in Otago, spokesman Ray Searls said.