Driver who kicked, spat at police 'ashamed and disgusted'
Robert McRae took "a number of swings" at two police constables.
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Undersized stop signs at double-fatal crash site won't be replaced yet
15-year-old Jayde Cummings and 57-year-old Steve Macnee died at the intersection in 2019.
Social cricketer who punched umpire says he has anxiety
William Campbell claims he cannot handle his community work sentence due to stress.
Suicide numbers in south second-highest in more than a decade
There were 55 suspected suicides in the Southern District Health Board area.
Top six districts for vaccination all in South Island but hurdles remain
As of Monday, Central Otago had 57.1 per cent of its eligible population fully vaccinated.
South Island leading the way in Covid vaccination despite zero cases
Top six districts with the most fully vaccinated people all in the South Island.
Man claims holding door closed caused erratic driving
The 67-year-old driver said the door was damaged when he reversed into a post.
Don't rush Aotearoa-New Zealand name change, Ngai Tahu leader says
Otakou kaumatua Edward Ellison says changing NZ's name risks overlooking the South Island.
The 90% Project: Who will be Top Town of the Covid vaccine rollout?
How does your town compare with the rest of the country on vaccination?
'He's told so many lies': Seasoned conman imprisoned over scams
A conman whose $65,000 trail of lies stretches back to 2018 has been jailed.
'Losing $15m per annum': Otago Uni launches voluntary redundancy scheme
Uni to contain spending in the face of losing international students and rising costs.
Rugby player found asleep at the wheel of crashed ute has charges dismissed
The man recorded a breath-alcohol level of 742mcg, three times the legal limit.
Chomp: Cadbury factory demolished
Block cleared of famous factory and tourist attraction to make way for new hospital.
Exhausted execs: Warning signs you're heading for burnout
Business leaders are at risk of burnout because of increased workloads due to Covid-19.
'Just so much better': Amputation gives freedom after meningitis diagnosis
Aleina Beer is now considering trying out for the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
Suspicious package found at Corrections building
The building, including a retail premises on the ground floor, were evacuated.
Plan to take fall for fellow Mongrel Mob member backfires
Seventeen months added to prison term - and his fellow Mobster was still convicted.
'Like torture': Killer asks for opiate pain medication to be reinstated
Andrew MacMillan was jailed after killing 17-year-old Jayne McLellan in 1988.
'Very fortunate': Men plucked from sinking boat
The men had life jackets on and used flares which helped save their lives.
Student fled Auckland lockdown for Dunedin ahead of rugby match
Otago Boys' High School student and rugby player returns before secondary schools final.
Dunedin high school student's trip from Auckland being investigated
The boy spent the night at a local hostel before showing up to class.
Face masks still in high demand after second lockdown
In a week, a Dunedin business had dispatched nearly 10,000 face masks.
Concern for missing Dunedin woman
Amaria Whatuira, also known as Mia, has not been seen or heard from since early August.
Covid breach: Dunedin student turns up at school after travelling from Auckland
Otago Boys' High School has sought to reassure parents after a pupil breached lockdown.
'One bubble': Dunedin college says ball for 200 within rules
The college held a ball for 200 people, despite indoor gatherings being limited to 50.
'Like a rush': Dunedin detectorist in search for 'something special'
Ben Goldsworthy's metal detector has found pennies from the 1920s and a silver ring.
'World has lost a gem': Pilot Dan Harrison killed in heli crash
A Eurocopter Squirrel AS350 crashed at Deep Creek, west of Dunedin yesterday.
'I've done everything I can to try to be an All Black'
Dixon unsure on Japan take off date, meanwhile Magpies come first.
'Cruel' reaction to Wānaka holidaymakers 'product of a campaign of fear'
Last week couple escaped lockdown and flew to a holiday home in Wānaka, prompting outrage.
Man who accidentally shot himself during crime spree jailed
The spree began on the eve of the nationwide Covid-19 lockdown last year.
Stashed treasure trove: Renowned artist dies but where are the paintings?
Artist stopped painting 5 years ago and became increasingly reclusive.
Mother pleads for apology over death of son in custody
Boyd Cuttance, 44, died 'a broken man' in Corrections' custody in 2012.
'Pure conspiracy': Councillor's 'unhelpful' vaccine posts
Councillor Lee Vandervis posts social media comments on debunked alternative remedy.