Latest from Otago

'Distasteful... repugnant': Mayor slams transgender concerns

A woman raises concern about use of changing rooms at public pool, to mayor's disgust.

Axe murderer who tried to rape victim's daughter paroled

Anthony Phillip Hitchcock was one of the first to be sentenced to life imprisonment in NZ.

Wastewater tests suggest peak Omicron wave has passed

A steady drop in results from wastewater testing in all southern sites - except two.

Ardern's local government reassurance greeted with scepticism

Co-governance concerns boil over after PM speaks at a local government conference.

Mother terrorised: Daughter barred from contacting her

Obsessive-compulsive disorder compels woman to repeatedly terrorise her mother.

'Mad Magpie' cricket thug re-called for sentencing

Wicket-keeper has 11 assault convictions, including punching an umpire in the head.

Bloody saliva spat at police, paramedic kicked in groin

Dylan Owens positioned his body before launching both feet into the pelvis of a paramedic.

Baker's wife fined for her part in exploiting workers

Partner knew what was happening so she's also liable, authority rules.

Non-custodial sentence an 'investment' for Cromwell meth addict

A Cromwell woman has been given a chance after being caught dealing methamphetamine.

'Expensive night out': Burnout driver in court after illegal stadium gathering

Dunedin man takes responsibility for illegal car meet-up in Forsyth Barr Stadium carpark.

School holidays to start with snow, rain and wind across NZ

Severe weather watches and warnings and Harbour Bridge speed limits reduced.

Love rival shooting: Seven months of obsession leaves victim needing a miracle

Krishan Dick-Karetai was jailed for nearly seven years last week.

Rugby revellers urged to consider others amid superspreader fears

Health officials fear tonight's rugby test in Dunedin could become a superspreader event.

'I had no control': Skier caught in avalanche he triggered at Coronet Peak

Pete Oswald knew he had been complacent about inherent risks.

Snowy start to school holidays expected

Between 15cm and 25cm of snow is expected on State Highway 73's Arthur's Pass.

Terrified women campers told by man he was there to help

Wearing an eye mask, the victim thought her friend was patting her on the forehead.

Climate change: 'Managed retreat' for South Dunedin

Up to 12,000 residents in low-lying suburbs vulnerable to storm surges and liquefaction.

Bakery owner forced to sell house to compensate abused staff

Boss told one worker he would arrange to cut off the man's limbs and harm his family.