Entertainment figure denies sex charges, admits dealing drugs
A prominent figure in the Dunedin entertainment scene, accused of paying a 15-year-old for sex, has admitted dealing methamphetamine.
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Sushi fans flock to opening of new store
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Sushi fans flock to opening of new store
About 200 sushi lovers lined the street in South Dunedin yesterday to welcome a national chain’s first store to the city.
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Man who sexually abused three underage girls released from jail
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Man who sexually abused three underage girls released from jail
An Otago man who sexually abused three underage girls — one of whom he blackmailed — has been released from prison.
Southern leaders meet Reti, Simmonds about hospital plans
Southern leaders meet Reti, Simmonds about hospital plans
Jules Radich says the government may have to open its purse strings if it wants to deliver the new Dunedin hospital as promised.
Otago prof's likeness used in deep fake vid
'Highly distressing': Otago prof's likeness used in deep fake vid
The University of Otago says it is concerned about a deep fake video and false online story featuring one of its leading endocrinologists.
Proposed dog bylaw change opposed
Proposed dog bylaw change opposed
An Outram resident who was menaced by an off-leash dog says a proposed bylaw change is a step in the wrong direction.
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Otago fan wants to complete collection
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Otago fan wants to complete collection
Dylan Booth will never forget his 5th birthday.
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Report on rates glitch requested
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Report on rates glitch requested
Otago Regional Council staff will report to councillors why nearly 15,000 people received incorrect rates demands this year and whether the chief executive’s handling of the matter was appropriate.
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Flooding issues at choke point bridge no easy fix: engineer
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Flooding issues at choke point bridge no easy fix: engineer
Fixing a well-known flooding problem spot in Middlemarch needs to happen but is less straightforward than it may appear, a Dunedin City Council engineer says.
Heavy rain warning for parts of South
Heavy rain warning for parts of South
Whoever is doing the rain dance, could you please stop now. More heavy rain is expected to hit the southern regions on Friday.
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Gorge corridor options to be considered
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Gorge corridor options to be considered
Trains and bicycles could one day share the Taieri Gorge corridor, community advocates believe.
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Prisoners’ jail terms extended
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Prisoners’ jail terms extended
Two Otago prisoners have had their stay behind bars extended after they inflicted more than 40 blows on another inmate.
One injured after car hit pole
One injured after car hit pole
Emergency service crews attend a crash in Old Brighton Rd, Fairfield, yesterday after a car hit a power pole, bringing down lines and starting a small fire.
Substation foundations under way
Substation foundations under way
The Smith St substation has been demolished and work has begun on the foundations for its replacement.
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Jail for Dunedin man who mistreated dogs
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Jail for Dunedin man who mistreated dogs
A dog owner who aggressively berated his pets needs to be "better trained himself", a judge says.
Dancing the dream in good company
Dancing the dream in good company
A young Dunedin ballet dancer has got another dream opportunity to take to the stage.
Mayor hopeful southern delegation will make impact
Mayor hopeful southern delegation will make impact
Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich is hopeful the govt is doing everything it can to deliver the new Dunedin hospital as promised ahead of a crucial meeting with the Health Minister today.
First Kiwi writer to win coveted residency
First Kiwi writer to win coveted residency
Award-winning New Zealand poet Alison Glenny has been selected for a writers’ residency in Dunedin.
Hospital petition reaches Parliament
Hospital petition reaches Parliament
A petition of 34,000 signatures calling on the government to reverse the proposed cuts to the new Dunedin hospital build has arrived at Parliament.
'Everybody who was here had a fantastic day'
'Everybody who was here had a fantastic day'
Overcast weather did not stop fashionistas and punters dressing to impress at Wingatui Racecourse yesterday.