Pupils re-create historic buildings using Minecraft
Pupils re-create historic buildings using Minecraft
A globally popular video game is taking on a local look as school children use it to create a virtual replica of Dunedin.
Fiona Ellis
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School bus drivers tempted to quit
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School bus drivers tempted to quit
Children could find themselves left out in the cold if the Ministry of Education does not keep pay rates for school bus drivers in step with the rest of the industry, drivers warn.
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Going online to make it on big screen
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Going online to make it on big screen
Stage South’s wardrobe collection was not originally intended for use in film — but it seems the shoe fits.
Feeling the pressure
Feeling the pressure
Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich has his blood pressure checked during a visit to the Stroke Foundation van, which offered free checks outside Pak'nSave supermarket yesterday.
Hospital saving was approved by mistake
Hospital saving was approved by mistake
A bill of at least $17 million has landed back in the lap of Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand after a saving on Dunedin’s new hospital complex was approved by mistake.
‘Circular economy’ put to good use
‘Circular economy’ put to good use
Student volunteers Tom Hadley and Tessa Worthington unload an unwanted couch yesterday during the first of three Drop For Good events.
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Impact of staff exodus ‘huge’
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Impact of staff exodus ‘huge’
Staff levels at Presbyterian Support Otago’s Enliven rest-homes plummeted by more than a third within a year, a report has revealed.
The season for a nightmare at Glenelg Haunt
The season for a nightmare at Glenelg Haunt
For Halloween fans, it is the stuff of dreams—and the occasional nightmare.
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Otago Polytechnic is no more
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Polytech marks last day as independent entity
The buildings are unchanged, but the signs will look different: After 56 years, Otago Polytechnic is no more.
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Models strut for spot in show
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Models strut for spot in show
A crowd of 88 would-be models had a chance to walk the walk at the first iD Dunedin Fashion Show open casting call in over a decade.
On the right track
On the right track
Richard Li (8) tries a new helmet on for size with the help of Constable Emily Plew, while River Enright (3) takes her wheels for a spin during yesterday’s Family Bike Day in Dunedin’s Marlow Park.
Book bonanza
Book bonanza
Volunteer Alison Cunningham collects public donations for next year’s Regent Theatre 24-hour book sale at Dunedin’s Andersons Bay Rd Countdown car park yesterday.
Cycling with style
Cycling with style
Dunedin Tweed Ride participants gather at the Harbour Mouth Molars before setting out on their 8km bike ride yesterday.
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$61m boost for drivers’ wages welcomed
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$61m boost for drivers’ wages welcomed
The Government’s plan to spend $61 million boosting bus driver wages amid a national driver shortage has been met with cautious optimism by the Dunedin Tramways Union.
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University weighs up more online learning
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University weighs up more online learning
University of Otago students are in the middle of "a major paradigm shift" as large numbers swap attending classes in person for watching lectures from the comfort of home.
Like moths to a flame, punters converge for cut-price tattoos
Like moths to a flame, punters converge for cut-price tattoos
October is a popular time of year for fans of the spooky and supernatural, but this year’s Halloween decorations will be a little more permanent for some.
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Meningococcal vaccine proposal insufficient, says group
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Meningococcal vaccine proposal insufficient, says group
Pharmac's proposal to fund more meningococcal B vaccines could affect 60,000 people each year, but for many young people it will remain a choice between their wallet and their welfare.
Neighbours welcome Kmart business boost
Neighbours welcome Kmart business boost
The business boost expected from Dunedin’s new Kmart more than makes up for parking problems it may cause, shops in the area say.
The air between us
The air between us
Aerial dancers Chloe Loftus and Rodney Bell perform in the grounds of First Church on Saturday afternoon as part of the Dunedin Arts Festival.
Workshops rekindle love for resourceful creation
Workshops rekindle love for resourceful creation
A newcomer may take about four hours to carve a wooden spoon from scratch, but with enough practice this can be whittled down significantly.