News | Otago Daily Times Online News

Aussie PM pledges 'strongest action possible' if POW killed by Russia

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has sworn to take "the strongest action possible" if Russia has executed an Australian prisoner of war.

Police gather to remember fallen colleague

Police officers gather for a minute's silence to remember their colleague Senior Sergeant Lyn...

Police gather to remember fallen colleague

Police officers gathered this afternoon to remember their colleague, Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming, ahead of her funeral tomorrow.

Two rescued as fishing boat sinks, warnings of debris

The fishing boat which two men were rescued from sinks in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo: Facebook/Kawau...

Two rescued as fishing boat sinks, warnings of debris

Two men have been rescued after a fishing trawler sank suddenly in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf.

British actor, comedian Tony Slattery dies

British actor and comedian Tony Slattery has died after a heart attack. He was 65.

Ceasefire deal 'close' in Gaza

A view over the northern Gaza Strip as seen from a position on the Israeli side of the border....

Ceasefire deal 'close' in Gaza

Negotiators have been trying to clinch agreement on the final details of a ceasefire in Gaza after marathon talks in Qatar.

Human interference factor as Hoiho face possible extinction

Yellow-eyed penguins could become extinct within 20 years, scientists fear. PHOTO: PHILIPPA AGNEW

Human interference factor as Hoiho face possible extinction

The iconic yellow-eyed penguin (hoiho) is facing possible extinction due to a number of factors, including human interference.

Charges after woman returns to supermarket

A Dunedin woman with a hankering for poultry is in court after returning to the supermarket she allegedly stole a chicken and pie from last week.

Teen banned from competing to protect abused girl

A teenager accused of sexually and emotionally abusing a 14-year-old girl has failed in a bid to continue competing in the sport where he met her.

Ban on Lotto products coming for children

The man purchased his ticket from Bell Block Supermarket in New Plymouth, and is the 17th person...

Ban on Lotto products coming for children

The Problem Gambling Foundation say children should never have been able to purchase gambling products - even for their parents.

South Korean president arrested

Yoon Suk Yeol sent shockwaves through South Korea with a late-night announcement in December that...

South Korean president arrested

South Korean authorities have arrested impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over insurrection accusations related to his martial law declaration last month.

LA firefighters holding line despite extreme winds

A search and rescue member goes through damaged homes as the Eaton Fire continues, in Altadena....

LA firefighters holding line despite extreme winds

Firefighters are holding the line against two massive wildfires that have ravaged parts of Los Angeles for the past week, even as desert winds and a parched landscape make for extremely hazardous conditions.

Increasing wildfire risk in NZ - experts

New Zealand's wildfire risk may increase in coming years, according to climate experts. Photo:...

Increasing wildfire risk in NZ - experts

As the death toll rises from Los Angeles' devastating wildfires, it is easy to feel complacent about New Zealand's comparatively damp, cool climate.

Princess 'relieved' to be in remission

The Princess of Wales visited The Royal Marsden Hospital, where she had undergone months of...

Princess 'relieved' to be in remission

The Princess of Wales says she is relieved to be in remission, after visiting the London hospital where she received treatment for cancer to thank staff.

Staff member resigns following prisoner escapes

Staff member resigns following prisoner escapes

One Corrections staff member has resigned and another is on their final warning, after two prisoners escaped custody from Waikato Hospital in the space of a month.

SUBSCRIBER

Moves to avoid event bidding war

Dunedin's Forsyth Barr Stadium. Photo: ODT files

SUBSCRIBER

Moves to avoid event bidding war

Dunedin could look to work with Christchurch to attract big events when the South Island has two 30,000-seat covered stadiums in operation, it has been signalled.

SUBSCRIBER

Coldest start to year in decades

St Clair Surf Life Saving Club head guard Phoebe Aburn is still on duty at St Clair Beach,...

SUBSCRIBER

Coldest start to year in decades

Many have noticed, but now it is official — Dunedin has had its coldest start to the year in 25 years.

Robbery attempt in bar

Robbery attempt in bar

Dunedin police are appealing for information from the public following an attempted robbery last month.

Love for ‘Dr Who’ inspires Dalek

Macandrew Bay sci-fi enthusiast Jason Connolly standing behind his home-made Dalek. PHOTO: GERARD...

Love for ‘Dr Who’ inspires Dalek build

A quiet house in suburban Dunedin is now home to a violent exterminator set on destroying any "impure" forms of life.

‘Not realistic’: tourists queue for cheaper rides

‘Not realistic’: tourists queue for cheaper rides

Passengers from the Royal Princess cruise ship queued in Port Chalmers for the No 14 public bus into central Dunedin after faced with an eye-watering charge of about $56 to use provided shuttles.

Intro to teacher training never tasted so sweet

Isobel Roshe, 16, of Whitianga, and Grace Milliken, 17, of Gore, attempt to create a truly unique...

Intro to teacher training never tasted so sweet

Add a little sugar to a young mind, and an ordinary kitchen can quickly escalate into a mad scientist’s experimental laboratory.

Search form

Search form