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Dunedin's mayor says he's frustrated the building of Dunedin's new hospital has progressed slowly despite figures showing almost a quarter of the budget has already been spent. Audio

The man appeared to continue speaking even though he could not be heard in court.

Making the 76-year-old's feat even more special is the fact that he is still recovering from shoulder surgery.

It outlined seven future plans for climate adaptation ranging from status quo to large-scale retreat with total costs ranging between $2 billion and $7.1 billion over the next 75 years.

Dunedin police believe the animal was already dead and are investigating the incident.

An Otago student has set up a petition to have disgraced Dunedin artist John Middleditch's sculpture removed from public display at the University of Otago.

Downpours may hit Westland and Fiordland, while Central Otago and Canterbury are in for a hot day. Audio

The university had forecast a deficit last year following three years of falling enrolments.

The ominous forecast has been outlined in reports released on Friday by the South Dunedin Futures programme. Audio

"It's not self defence - it's murder."

The planes were secured to the ground using concrete poles and strong ropes but were still flipped over by the wind.

Police believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area, and searches are underway.

The Motatapu involves a number of different activities in the hills of Wānaka and Arrowtown - including an ultra run, trail marathon, and mountain bike.

Inspector Paula Enoka said they have been charged with aggravated burglary, threats to kill, assault with a weapon and possession of an offensive weapon.