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Dunedin entertainment figure faces multiple charges, including paying for sex with minor
The man has received interim name suppression.
Exotic pet show dubbed ‘Willy Wonka experience' could return after SPCA dismisses concerns
Organiser says she's been cleared of animal abuse claims, considering show's return.
Kākā advocate banned from botanic garden over ‘harassment’ claims
Animal welfare inspectors say the bird is doing fine at Dunedin Botanic Garden.
Fundraiser for suicide charity that prompted Mike King's comments granted liquor licence
The approval comes a day before the scheduled show tomorrow.
5 haunted places in NZ you can actually visit
Aotearoa has several scary haunts. Whether you should check them out is another question.
'Ruthless': Sam Neill condemns Govt over proposed Dunedin hospital cuts
The Hollywood actor has weighed into the Dunedin Hospital cutbacks saga.
Opposition to alcohol licence for charity fundraiser supporting suicide prevention
Police and a licensing inspector have raised concerns.
From Larnach Castle to Castle St: Dunedin's Monopoly board rolls out
Dunedin residents voted on landmarks to be included on the board.
Major international airport takes a jab at Dunedin's 3-minute hug limit
However, the cheeky signs leave out a key cost for travellers.
Giving NCEA students confidence: Meet Kiwi maths teacher-turned YouTube star
There’s no black cape, but Subash Chandar K comes out at night to help those in need.
Watch: Canadian news anchor's hilarious attempt to say name of NZ town
Newsreader stumbles over Dunedin Airport’s name after its hug rule goes viral.
Strip club defends ‘defective performance’ clause in dancers’ contract
A stripper advocacy group says the clause is problematic.
Government rug-pull postpones vote on Otago’s proposed land and water regional plan
The change left council members and farmers across Otago grappling with the implications.
Young Northland surfers ride wave of success at national comp
Three individual wins had the team take bronze in the annual school surf competition.
Dunedin Airport's 3-minute hug rule goes viral
Travellers are being advised to go to the carpark for longer goodbyes.
ABs and Boks ‘squared up’ in a bar, and the player who feared ABs wanted to ‘kill’ him
A new book claims a member of the 1981 Springboks was to be kidnapped in New Zealand.
'Betrayed': Dunedin woman stole almost $1m from elderly mum
Dunedin woman steals nearly $1m from mother, sentenced to over three years in prison.
Johnny Sexton on why he hated touring NZ and abuse from Kiwi fans
Johnny Sexton uses his book to get plenty of gripes related to NZ off his chest.
It's official, Bluey is coming to NZ
The popular pup will visit Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin.
'Devastated': Mum and three daughters living out of suitcase after floods
Krystal Brens' home was severely damaged due to flooding and slips.
Solar tsunamis: New Zealand plans for potential ‘major infrastructure failure’
It's a matter of 'when, not if' the Earth is hit hard by extreme space weather.
'Fun, fascinating, frustrating': Grant Robertson's first 100 days as uni vice-chancellor
Grant Robertson reflects on protests, hospital cuts and university expansion.
‘A sobering moment’: Bee Lemonade admit giving 350 litres of free booze to student party a mistake
Company founders accused of breaching the Sales and Supply of Alcohol Act.
Dunedin mayor hits the highway in ambulance to save new hospital
Jules Radich is taking the Save Our Southern Hospital fight out on the road.
Paul Doorn announced as Dunedin Venues Management new CEO
Paul Doorn succeeds Terry Davies, who has served as CEO since March 2014.
Lightning strikes plane, passangers vomit amid aborted landing
An airport announcement said it was due to severe turbulence and wind shear.
'Our next Silver Ferns': Netball's elite and their superstar coaches
Former Silver Ferns are coaching the next generation at the National School Champs.
Letters: Govt incoherent on climate change; Tech giants orchestrate 'heist of the century'
OPINION: 'Who thinks digging more coal out of the ground and burning it is going to help?'
'No simple answer': Student party crush tragedy sparks safety calls
Coroner makes safety recommendations five years after Sophia Crestani's death.
Council urged to fix drains after Dunedin homes flood again
Water-affected residents fear future insurance costs.
PM sidesteps questions on declined Dunedin flood risk mitigation plan
Luxon says he was unaware of a government-declined plan to reduce risk to residents.
Focus Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media
Christopher Luxon speaks to the media from Dunedin
Editorial: Otago floods a sign of things to come
OPINION: Dunedin locals showed the power of resilience and compassion.