John Gibb

$3m bequest will support southern students’ future

$3m bequest will support southern students’ future

A $3 million bequest from a distinguished neurologist will mean a brighter academic future for some Southland and Otago students, including former pupils of two Invercargill schools.

‘Good vibe’ as crowds of students seek bargains

About 190 University of Otago students from St Margaret’s College removed this rubbish in a clean...

‘Good vibe’ as crowds of students seek bargains

About 1000 University of Otago students have embraced sustainability and bargain hunting as they swarmed into an O Week sale featuring pre-loved furniture and clothing.

Concern staff being put at risk after crashes

The car after it ended up in the sea near Deborah Bay, Dunedin, yesterday. PHOTO: LINDA ROBERTSON

Concern staff being put at risk after crashes

Port Chalmers Deputy Fire Chief Cory White is concerned some motorists are still putting roadside emergency staff at risk after crashes.

Toitu board seeks access to financial information

Toitu board seeks access to financial information

The Toitu Otago Settlers Museum board is keen to have further financial information about the museum provided again in future.

Retiring travel agent moored for now

Retiring Dunedin travel agent Murray Patterson (71) relaxes at home. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON.

Retiring travel agent moored for now

Huge disruption from the Covid-19 pandemic had contributed to Dunedin travel agent Murray Patterson’s decision to retire after 51 years in the business.

Columba College alumnae honoured

Columba College distinguished alumnae Jan Bolwell (front left) and Terry MacTavish yesterday with...

Columba College alumnae honoured

Former Columba College pupils playwright Jan Bolwell and actress and director Terry MacTavish have been recognised as distinguished alumnae at the college.

‘It’s tremendously exciting’: castle garden lauded

Larnach Castle owner Margaret Barker holds a copy of British magazine Country Life which features...

‘It’s tremendously exciting’: castle garden lauded

The Larnach Castle garden has gained a wider overseas profile by being featured in prestigious British magazine Country Life.

End of an era as store chattels sold

Proctor Auctions manager Ronnie Proctor prepares for an auction of H&J Smith department store...

End of an era as store chattels sold

About 100 former store mannequins were snapped up at the weekend in a successful department store chattels auction which sold almost everything.

Family fun for all at Party in the Park

Enjoying the Mosgiel Party in the Park yesterday are (left) Shauney Macaskill and her daughter...

Family fun for all at Party in the Park

Several thousand people flocked to yesterday’s Party in the Park at the Mosgiel Memorial Gardens, enjoying the sun.

‘Pretty sad story being kicked out of harbour’

Experienced mariner Mark Hammond and his vessel Maia face having to leave Dunedin’s Steamer Basin...

‘Pretty sad story being kicked out of harbour’

After more than 30 years based in Otago Harbour, mariner Mark Hammond is stunned his boat Maia must leave the Steamer Basin marina this month.

Scooter user on mend after spill

Dunedin resident Rorie White (28) is recovering after his enclosed scooter (inset) was knocked...

Scooter user on mend after spill

Northeast Valley, Dunedin, resident Rorie White is recovering at home after a shock crash between his beloved mobility scooter Ruby and a car this week.

Double duty for Kavanagh class of ’21

Kavanagh College’s record four sets of year 7 twins (from left) Konrad and Levi Maaka, Noah and...

Double duty for Kavanagh class of ’21

Kavanagh College pupils could be forgiven for thinking they were seeing double, after a record four sets of twins arrived as part of the latest year 7 intake.

Athletes set to take on ‘Round the Bays’

In training at the Caledonian Ground in Dunedin yesterday are (from left) Achilles International...

Athletes set to take on ‘Round the Bays’

Whatever happens in a big fun/run walk in Wellington this weekend, two participating Dunedin athletes with disabilities have already achieved a great deal.

History in auction of H&J store chattels

An array of former Dunedin department store mannequins is sparking interest and stirring memories before a big auction of store chattels.

‘Really amazing’ award for Rainbow Rosalind

Rainbow Rosalind entertains children and their parents at a Christchurch earthquake fundraising...

‘Really amazing’ award for Rainbow Rosalind

Rainbow Rosalind the Fairy, also known as Dunedin children’s singer/songwriter and entertainer Rosalind Manowitz, has received an international award.

NZ urged to better monitor wastewater

Geneticist Professor Neil Gemmell. Photo: Supplied / University of Otago

NZ urged to better monitor wastewater

New Zealand should fight complacency and inject more resources into monitoring wastewater to detect the Covid-19 virus throughout the country, a Dunedin academic says.

Children exposed to science

Piper McGaw (7), of Dunedin, enjoys a close encounter with a simulated skeleton, provided by the...

Children exposed to science

About 60 youngsters learned more about extracting banana DNA and many other fun topics at an Otago Museum science fair with an unusual twist at the weekend.

Home improvements options attract many

Milly Ramsay (8), of Dunedin, takes a close look at a home heater on display at the Otago House...

Home improvements options attract many

A recent upsurge in enthusiasm for home improvements and redecorating was reflected at the latest Otago House and Home Show, which ended yesterday.

Spaced out Thieves Alley event attracts 10,000

Several suitably dressed fairies, including Zara Anthony-Whigham (19, left) and Summer Johnson ...

Spaced out Thieves Alley event attracts 10,000

A move to fight the Covid-19 pandemic and potential overcrowding by spacing out the stalls in Dunedin’s annual Thieves Alley seemed to pay off at the weekend.

Pacific celebrated at Dunedin festival

Eric Nabalagi, of Dunedin, performs in a Fijian warrior dance during the Moana Nui Festival at...

Pacific celebrated at Dunedin festival

The colour and vibrancy of Pasifika returned in style at the inaugural Moana Nui Festival in Dunedin at the weekend.

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