‘We have to get stuff built’
The PM claims the controversial Fast-track Approvals Bill is well suited to Queenstown "because in fast-growing regions of the country, and this is one of the fastest, we have to get stuff built".
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Hundreds meet for Taurite Tū games
Hundreds meet for Taurite Tū games
An Ōtākou strength and exercise programme with a uniquely Māori kaupapa has flourished into a national movement.
Robotics team headed for national champs
Robotics team headed for national champs
A local tech team has been turning bricks into bots while gaining an understanding of environmental science.
Albatross float returns for Santa Parade
Albatross float returns for Santa Parade
The giant albatross float will spread its wings once again for this year’s Dunedin Santa Parade.
Luxon set on budget cap for hospital
Luxon set on budget cap for hospital
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the government will not budge on the budget cap it has set of $1.9 billion for the new Dunedin hospital.
Predecessor's abstention in fees vote right call: White
Predecessor's abstention in fees vote right call: White
Newly-elected Otago University Students’ Association president Liam White says he too would have abstained on the vote to increase tuition fees.
Dress rehearsal
Dress rehearsal
Models and designers prepare for the Otago Polytechnic 2024 Collections Graduate Fashion Show in Dunedin last night.
House concert show-stopper
House concert show-stopper
Queenstown's Lindsay Williams would be one of the few Kiwis to have a magnificent-sounding cathedral organ in their home.
Being inspired to help others
Being inspired to help others
At the age of 13, Isabella Arnold had to come to grips with the life-changing fact that her mum had a rare form of leukemia.
Focussing the lens on fashion students' creations
Focussing the lens on fashion students' creations
A glimpse into the possible future of New Zealand fashion will hit the catwalk on Friday night, as local students showcase their collections at The Hub.
Trail runners race against horses in Wedderburn
Trail runners race against horses in Wedderburn
A galloping racehorse can top 70kmh, yet the fastest man in history, Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt, could reach speeds of only about 44kmh.
Pair of sea lions snooze on surfboard at St Clair
Pair of sea lions snooze on surfboard at St Clair
A sea lion’s penchant for surfing was on show at St Clair Beach when he hijacked a surf school’s practice board mid-lesson.
Crafts and rides at Wingatui summer market
Crafts and rides at Wingatui summer market
More than 500 people checked out the fresh and artisan goods for sale on Sunday at the Wingatui Racecourse.
Olympians lend support to rowing project
Olympians lend support to rowing project
Olympic rowing royalty made a flying visit to Queenstown last week to lend their support to a local fundraiser.
Rain doesn't deter Balclutha Rainbow Runners
Rain doesn't deter Balclutha Rainbow Runners
About 300 people ran through rain and sunshine at the South Otago Night’n Day Rainbow Run and Walk, in Balclutha, on Saturday.
Child health research fundraiser above par
Child health research fundraiser above par
A triple treat was dished up at Sir Michael Hill’s private golf course, The Hills, near Arrowtown, on Thursday night to support child health research charity Cure Kids.
Connecting through music
Connecting through music
Ōtepoti's only hip-hop festival is poised to have its biggest year yet.
Bringing community together
Bringing community together
Kai, laughter and wheelies brought a bunch of mostly strangers together at ILT Stadium Southland last week.
Paralympic gold medallist pays a visit
Paralympic gold medallist pays a visit
If there is one thing Anna Grimaldi wanted Maori Hill School pupils to know yesterday, it was that there is no such thing as a barrier to your dreams.
Celebrating culture sustainably
Celebrating culture sustainably
Brazilian dancer Kamilla Rodrigues, of Christchurch, performs at Queenstown’s Diwali festival, held at the Queenstown Events Centre on Saturday night.
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