Otago
Gusty severe weather and high fire danger prompt warnings
Fire fighters spent last night battling two small vegetation fires in high winds, and much of the South Island and parts of the lower North Island are being warned to prepare for severe weather today.
Complaint over Wānaka supermarkets flouting Easter trading rules
A complaint has been made that two supermarkets in Wānaka have flouted Easter trading rules by opening their doors today.
Fire permits suspended across Otago during Easter break
Fire and Emergency has suspended all fire permits across Otago during the Easter break.
Disabled communities in Dunedin detail struggle to find adequate housing
The city hosted an Accessible Housing Forum today and several politicians heard harrowing stories from those living with disabilities.
Otago power users face hike after CommComm decision
Just as winter starts to bite, power users through central Otago and Dunedin have had confirmation they'll have to wear the cost of improving the region's electricity network. The Commerce Commission… Audio
Mayor calls on government to give MIQ spots to RSE workers
Central Otago Mayor Tim Cadogan is calling on the government to offer some of the available MIQ spaces to foreign workers.
Dunedin City Council office vandalised, man arrested
A man has been arrested and the public counter of the Dunedin City Council office has been closed after he went on a rampage with a baseball bat this morning.
Southern doctors, dentists face 'accumulation of fatigue and burnout'
Almost two-thirds of senior doctors and dentists in Otago and Southland feel burnt out, according to a survey from a union representing the salaried workers.
Filming in Otago reaches new levels: 'A real endorsement of quality'
Otago's enjoying an unprecedented level of filming around the region at the moment. A Netflix flim called The Royal Treatment about to wrap up after several weeks of filming in Dunedin and Oamaru, and… Audio, Gallery
Low numbers scanning Covid-19 QR code posters, audit reveals
An audit of the number of people scanning Covid-19 QR code posters in Dunedin has shown "concerningly low" numbers of people scanning in, an Otago University academic says.
Man suffers fractured jaw in 'cowardly' attack while trying to help motorist
Police are appealing for information after a man attacked and robbed a good samaritan near Queenstown.
Forbury Park sale: chance to think about flood protection
Any redevelopment of Forbury Park would offer a "huge opportunity" to strengthen South Dunedin's overall defences against flooding, scientists say.
Roxburgh told not to drink tap water
A 'do not drink' notice has been issued in the Central Otago town of Roxburgh after over-chlorinated water entered the town's drinking supply.
Conversations With My Immigrant Parents | Season 2 | Episode 3: V.I.P.
After four years studying in Dunedin, Alby has just moved back in with his mum Lina in Naenae. The two of them discuss Lina’s career, Alby’s grief, and whom our lives are lived for. Video, Audio
Otago ratepayers facing possible largest-ever rates rise - Laws
Otago Regional Council says it cannot keep dipping into its reserves to meet a significant financial challenge.
Dunedin Hospital in 'code black' after reaching full capacity
The hospital's emergency department is still open, but the DHB is calling on those who are unwell to see their family doctor so the ED can be reserved for emergencies.
House fire in Wanaka injures three, damages next door home
Three people have been injured in a house fire in Wanaka.
Homelessness impacting Rotorua's tourism 'brand' - development agency
Homelessness is impacting Rotorua's tourism "brand" and the city is one of the areas "struggling the most" as domestic tourism slows, the chair of Rotorua's economic development agency says.
St Patrick's Day student drinking in Dunedin 'worse than New Year's Eve'
Dunedin police officers are monitoring the city's student quarter in large numbers after St Patrick's Day "binge" drinking kicked off by 8am.
Dunedin fashion exhibition
An exhibition about disruptive fashion designers was delayed by that big disruptor of the moment - Covid-19. Now, a year or so later than planned, Fashion FWD > > Disruption through Design will soon… Audio, Gallery
