John Gibb

Cheaper petrol on the way for Dunedin?

A self-service petrol station is being built at this Portsmouth Dr, Dunedin, site. Photo: Stephen...

Cheaper petrol on the way for Dunedin?

Construction is continuing on a large self-service petrol station in Portsmouth Dr which will boost the Dunedin profile of cheaper-price fuel supply firm the McKeown Group.

Flying object 'freaks' passenger, explodes door

Bus passenger Jacque Ruston had a "frightening" and "freaky" experience on Saturday night when a thrown object smashed the nearby window of a Ritchies bus in Clyde St, Dunedin North.

Urged to aim for the top

Microbiologist and immunologist Prof Greg Cook has urged University of Otago graduates not to "settle for second best, and don’t follow the dollars".

Lights, camera, action

Director Sarah Latta (left) and camera operator Sahara Pohatu-Trow film team-mates Michael Glover and Meko Ng at the Dunedin Botanic Garden on Saturday.

May graduations boost for city

University of Otago graduands parade through Dunedin before their graduation ceremony at the...

May graduations worth more than $1m

About 1260 people will graduate in person from the University of Otago this month on two graduation days that are likely to inject more than $1 million into the Dunedin economy.

Double cause for celebration

This afternoon will cap off years of study for identical twins Renee and Stephanie Oliver when they graduate together from the University of Otago.

NZ should stand its ground over Iran issue: academic

NZ should stand its ground over Iran issue: academic

Western democracies face ''great uncertainty'' after the United States' withdrawal from the Iran nuclear agreement, but New Zealand should stand its ground and take a strategic approach, a...

Chance to lead ethical use of AI

Chance to lead ethical use of AI

The Government announced recently it was formalising its relationship with a University of Otago research centre that has been working on artificial intelligence. Reporter John Gibb spoke to its...

Scholarships for Otago quartet

University of Otago students Zoe Williams, Benedict Fleming, Malcolm Jones and Bridget Watson have been awarded national Freemasons university scholarships, totalling $28,000.

Study warns of dolphin tourism risks

Spinner dolphins off the coast of Egypt. Photo: A. Cesario/HEPCA

Study warns of dolphin tourism risks

New research led by University of Otago scientists indicates there is growing evidence that whale and dolphin-watching activities can adversely affect the marine mammals.

Antarctic researchers still optimistic despite setbacks

Antarctic researchers still optimistic despite setbacks

You don’t always get what you want in the Antarctic.

Prescribing guidelines for simvastatin not always adhered to

Prescribing guidelines for simvastatin not always adhered to

University of Otago researchers hope a new study will raise awareness that some doctors do not always follow the guidelines when prescribing additional medicines to patients already taking a common...

ACC service seen as lacking

ACC service seen as lacking

A planned new ACC "navigation" service will help with access to justice issues for claimants but is "most definitely" not the overall solution, ACC campaigner Denise Powell says.

Otago uni on show in new Air NZ ad

Otago uni on show in new Air NZ ad

A new Air New Zealand advertisement about a young person flying to Dunedin to study at the University of Otago has attracted more than 260,000 online views since mid-April.

Derailed Taieri Gorge locomotive back on track

A previously derailed 64-tonne Dunedin Railways locomotive is back on the tracks near Parera, and two carriages are also expected to be returned to the rails so the Taieri Gorge train can return to the city today.

Older workers may lose third of income through injuries

Older workers may lose third of income through injuries

Some older workers lose up to a third of their work income through injuries, and there is no room for complacency about social welfare safety net protection, University of Otago research suggests.

‘Priscilla’ prepares to dazzle Dunedin

‘Priscilla’ prepares to dazzle Dunedin

Nothing will be done by halves in this week’s production of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, the Musical if the sparkling dress rehearsal at Dunedin’s Regent Theatre is any indication.

Otago researcher to study education outcomes for Maori

Otago University researcher Dr Reremoana Theodore has been awarded a $500,000 national fellowship to examine how key aspects of education contribute to better outcomes for Maori health.

Say urged on workplace safety strategy

White crosses were placed at Dunedin’s Market Reserve on Saturday to honour Otago people who...

Say urged on workplace safety strategy

Dunedin South MP Clare Curran has urged Dunedin people to make submissions on a draft strategy for improving the health and safety of workers.

Couple’s return to work in UK stymied

Former Dunedin residents Alyxandra Lunn and fiance Jayden Hall are having problems getting visas...

Couple’s return to work in UK stymied

Hopes that closer ties could be formed between New Zealand and a post-Brexit Britain are being thwarted by unexpected immigration woes, a former Dunedin resident says.

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