Otago
Dunedin woman jailed after stealing nearly $1m from mother
Her brother says it is "a slap in the face" she was not ordered to repay it, after missing out on his inheritance.
Remote school principal disappointed over rural bus cuts
An Otago principal says it "doesn't feel like common sense prevails" when it comes to cuts to rural school bus services. Audio
Eatery's outdoor dining fees hiked 1500 percent
After years keeping costs flat in the wake of Covid, Queenstown's council has changed what it charges bars and restaurants to use public space for al fresco dining. Audio
More then 1000 claims lodged for Otago flood damage
Heavy rainfall in early October caused widespread flooding and slips in Dunedin and other parts of the region, with some residents having to evacuate in the middle of the night.
Hunt on for killer of sea lion pup, it's Mum in The Caitlins
Who shot a sea lion pup and it's mum in the Caitlins? Tess Brunton reports on the hunt for Otago's sea lion murderer Audio
Dunedin hospital rebuild: 'Our opportunity for this hospital comes only once'
Dunedin's mayor says the city needs the fit-for-purpose hospital the government had promised, not a cut-price ambulance at the bottom of the cliff.
'It's the unknown': Woman fears massive debt to fix flood-hit home
The solo mum is desperate, with her daughters and dog living apart from her while damage to her red stickered home is sorted. Audio
40 senior doctors give open letter to PM on Dunedin Hospital
In an open letter to the Prime Minister, more than 40 southern senior doctors are warning any cost cut cutting or down sizing of the Dunedin Hospital rebuild could leave it in a precarious state… Audio
Senior doctors warn PM over stalled Dunedin Hospital rebuild
Some 44 clinical directors across the southern region warn services could be left in a "precarious" state if the project does not go ahead.
Dunedin City Council wants feedback on tighter alcohol proposals
The proposed amendments focus on limiting alcohol-related harm, particularly among Dunedin's significant 18-24-year-old population, the council said.
Invercargill leaders thrown support behind Dunedin Hospital campaign
Invercargill councillors have thrown their support behind the 'They Save, We Pay" campaign for Dunedin Hospital.
Boil water notice remains for Clutha District
Flooding throughout Otago last weekend overwhelmed several water-treatment plants in Clutha District.
Students take part in neighbourhood clean-up in Sophia Crestani's memory
Organisers say it is a chance to connect with their community and look after their neighbourhood. Audio
Who is killing sea lions? Second shot and left to die
A $6000 reward is being offered for information leading to a successful prosecution.
Two people rescued from Lake Whakatipu
It is one of four Search and Rescue incidents in the Southern District within the last week.
Student Volunteer Army decend on the Catlins
50 members of the Student Volunteer Army are giving up their Saturday to help clean up a farm in the Catlins. Audio
Protections worked well during Otago floods - council
The Otago Regional Council says its flood protection schemes performed well during the recent deluge.
Otago University protest 'crossed the line' as clock tower damaged - Robertson
Protesters at the University of Otago "crossed the line" with a protest on campus today, vice-chancellor Grant Robertson says.
Dunedin City Council provides skips for flood-hit neighbourhoods
Skips have been placed in South Dunedin, Tomahawk and Waikouaiti until Friday.
After the rain: a plumber's story
Taieri Mouth's local plumber Alvin Swete has been kept busy after the heavy rain and flooding of last week. Audio
