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President Trump speaks with media in Washington after announcing the tariffs. Photo: Reuters

Trump warns of 'some pain' after launching trade war

President Donald Trump said the sweeping tariffs he has imposed on Mexico, Canada and China may cause "some pain" for Americans, as Wall Street and the largest US trading partners signalled hope the trade war would not last long.

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Free bin size swaps available until April

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Free bin size swaps available until April

Dunedin households with unsuitable wheelie bins can get sizes switched without charge for a limited time.

Two-wheeler fans get into gear for event

Mya Willcox, 17, of Queenstown, shows off a racing motorcycle at this weekend’s Southern...

Two-wheeler fans get into gear for event

It can be hard to appreciate the details of an MV Agusta F3 motorcycle when it’s speeding down a straight at 250kmh.

Sea lions begin journey back to sea

Former Normanby St resident sea lion mum Mika and her as-yet unnamed pup have relocated to St...

Sea lions begin journey back to sea

Dunedin's sea lion population is on the move once again — now with pups in tow.

Lotto 2452

Lotto 2452

Results from Saturday night's Lotto draw.

Juniors take to the beach to compete

Kneeboards litter the beach at Warrington as juniors prepare for competition in the water during...

Juniors take to the beach to compete

More than 200 future lifesavers tested their mettle under "awesome" conditions at Warrington Beach at the weekend.

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Free first-aid course empowers all: trainer

The First Aid Trainers director Bex Hill shows Fairfield residents how to do CPR on an adult,...

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Free first-aid course empowers all: trainer

Fairfield residents’ financial situations should not determine whether they have the skills to save a life, a first-aid trainer says.

Three Otago University-published books longlisted

Three Otago University-published books longlisted

An Otago publisher says it is an honour to have a novel longlisted in New Zealand’s top book awards for the first time.

World in pictures

Belgium’s Nina Pinzarrone performs in the ISU European Figure Skating Championships at Tondiraba...

World in pictures

Recent photographs from Reuters

Droves usher in Year of Snake with a bang

Fireworks are reflected on Lan Yuan’s pond during Chinese New Year celebrations on Saturday night...

Droves usher in Year of Snake with a bang

The Year of the Snake began in Dunedin with a hiss and a roar.

Pathologists still seeking assurance after announcement

Pathologists are worried about their position in the new Dunedin hospital. PHOTO: GERARD O’BRIEN

Pathologists still seeking assurance after announcement

Dunedin's pathologists feel they have been "once again ... left in the lurch" after the government’s announcement about the new hospital failed to provide answers for the department.

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Plans for housing cut back

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Plans for housing cut back

A "surrender" by the Dunedin City Council on expanding its community housing portfolio has disappointed a former mayor, who says it will still need to be engaged in solutions.

Golden weather set to continue for rest of week

Trinity Catholic College senior girls’ volleyball team raise funds for the national competition...

Golden weather set to continue for rest of week

The South’s run of golden weather is set to continue until at least Waitangi Day, the MetService says.

Sliding in to New Year

Sliding in to New Year

Lan Yuan Dunedin Chinese Garden attracted large crowds on Saturday night to usher in the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Snake.

Sydney cars, houses sprayed with antisemitic graffiti

The spate of attacks in recent months has put pressure on the government of Prime...

Sydney cars, houses sprayed with antisemitic graffiti

Cars and houses in Sydney have been daubed in antisemitic graffiti, police say, in the latest in a string of incidents targeting Jews in Australia's biggest city.

Māori educator dies at 95

Dame Iritana Te Rangi Tāwhiwhirangi. Photo: Te Tai

Māori educator dies at 95

Dame Iritana was a life member of the Māori Women's Welfare League, a Companion of the NZ Order of Merit and made a Dame Companion in 2009 for services to Māori education.

US senator corrected over false Israeli visa claims

Winston Peters (left) has hit out at Ted Cruz over allegations of immigration requirements for...

US senator corrected over false Israeli visa claims

Kiwi diplomats in the US have contacted Texas Senator Ted Cruz to clarify NZ's treatment of Israeli visitors, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Winston Peters says.

'Please leave': Premier's warning for flood-hit Queensland

A person is dead after being found in floodwaters as north Queenslanders are warned to evacuate with heavy rain drenching parts of the Australian state.

Motorcyclist shot in Northland named

The man's body was found in a creek next to Otaika Valley Road. Photo: Google Maps

Motorcyclist shot in Northland named

Police have released the name of a Northland motorcyclist fatally shot in Otaika earlier this week.

Inquiry into woman's death in Hamilton

Police are making inquiries into the death of a woman in Hamilton.

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