Strike 'about patient safety, not pay'
Doctors' strike 'about patient safety, not pay'
Dunedin junior doctors say they are in for the long haul as they begin their second two-day strike this month.
Mike Houlahan
Junior doctors to picket
Junior doctors to picket
Junior doctors will picket outside Dunedin Hospital this morning, as a second 48-hour strike by members of the New Zealand Resident Doctors' Association union begins.
Commissioners to consider report on critical care unit
Commissioners to consider report on critical care unit
Work needed to get stage one of Dunedin Hospital's new critical care unit fit for purpose includes altering walls and sealing lighting and electrical sockets, a report to be considered by SDHB commissioners says.
Sea temperatures on the rise
It's hot out there - sea temps on rise
As New Zealand endures another summer heatwave, newly released University of Otago research into scorching temperatures last January shows South Island seawater temperatures were almost subtropical.
Doctors stage second strike
Doctors stage second strike
The temperature of the resident doctors contract dispute rose yesterday, as doctors walked off the job for a second time.
Minister issues warning to SDHB
Minister issues warning to SDHB
The Southern District Health Board has been bailed out by the taxpayer, but also received a stern warning from the Health Minister that it needs to rein in its costs.
Taieri A&P Show shines on, despite weather
Taieri A&P Show shines on, despite weather
Grey skies and morning rain did not deter patrons from flocking to the annual Taieri A&P Show on Saturday, where a good crowd enjoyed a busy day at the Taieri showgrounds.
All aboard for family reunion
All aboard for family reunion
It is a story in keeping with the history of a well-travelled vessel — a Dunedin family will celebrate a special family reunion in Auckland today, on board a historic ship built on Stewart...
Tearaway terriers at Taieri
Tearaway terriers at Taieri
As a punter, it was a tough field to line up.
Oldies but goodies take to the road
Oldies but goodies take to the road
Stephen Kidd’s 1913 Darracq stood out from the crowd at Saturday’s Dunedin to Brighton Veteran Car Rally.
Makarora farmhouse saved from hay fire
Makarora farmhouse saved from hay fire
The sole engine at the Makarora fire station was this afternoon trying to save a house from being engulfed by flames from a nearby hay barn.
Dealing with dementia
Dealing with dementia
The number of South Islanders with dementia is set to double within 20 years, but for those estimated 31,000 people it need not be an unpleasant experience.
Nurse colposcopist a rarity in New Zealand
Nurse colposcopist a rarity in New Zealand
Trudy Galer has one of those jobs people enter medicine for - she can save lives.
Dowie's reign as MP looks to be over
Dowie's reign as Invercargill MP looks to be over
Sarah Dowie's short-lived political career looks all but over.
Cadbury site to feature main hospital building
Cadbury site to feature main hospital building
The former Cadbury chocolate factory will be the site of the future main building of the new Dunedin Hospital, it has been confirmed.
Fight to keep status not over: board
Fight to keep status not over: board
The battle to prevent the downgrading of the Lumsden Maternity Centre will not go to court, but its owners say that does not mean the fight to preserve its status has ended.
Full refunds after almost 'nonstop' turbulence
Full refunds after almost 'nonstop' turbulence
An unwanted roller-coaster ride resulted in all passengers on an Air New Zealand flight from Christchurch to Invercargill on Wednesday having their tickets refunded.
Data links lead exposure in childhood, mental health
Data links lead exposure in childhood, mental health
Childhood exposure to lead has been linked to adult mental health and personality problems.
Perth next option for teen's eating disorder treatment
Perth next option for teen's eating disorder treatment
A Kurow mother who moved to Auckland to access treatment for her daughter's eating disorder has had to travel even further for the specialised help needed.
Extra meaning in children's book
Extra meaning in children's book
The main character in a new Dunedin-penned children's book is smart, savvy, and has a sharp sense of humour.