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Famed Kiwi author Maurice Gee dies 2t4k62

Respected Kiwi writer Maurice Gee - author of 'Plumb' and 'Under the Mountain' - has died, aged 93.
Banksy’s home in Queenstown 4f1w5i

A Queenstown couple believe their art gallery at Frankton’s Country Lane is the only one in New Zealand with works by English street artist Banksy on the walls.
Fully electric Hilux created to prove point 5tc1t

A Central Otago cherry grower is keen to put his new electric Toyota Hilux ute "to the test" to see how it compares with the original diesel workhorse.

Teen behind 'inhumane' hit-and-run death to be deported to NZ 65hs

Teen behind 'inhumane' hit-and-run death to be deported to NZ 65hs

The "inhumane" and "cruel" actions of a young Kiwi who killed a motorcyclist in a fiery hit-and-run have raised concerns for Australian officials and resulted in him being exiled from the country.
Part of Phillipps’ collection at ReStore 374w3t

Part of Phillipps’ collection at ReStore 374w3t

A compendium of books, records, DVDs and other ephemera which belonged to Martin Phillipps is now for sale at ReStore.
‘Why can’t Momoa live here?’ 1s6t6p

‘Why can’t Momoa live here?’ 1s6t6p

The National-led government’s South Island minister believes lifting the foreign buyer ban for $5million-plus Queenstown residential properties makes sense.

ODT quiz: June 15 j3o3o
Woman missing from Dunedin Hospital found safe 354x1s
Deep dive into New Zealand's growing meth crisis 7263m
Facial recognition technology ed by big name retailers 5c6f4r

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King’s High School students shaved their heads for fellow classmate Taiaroa McDonald, 17,...

School becomes shearing shed 68y47

Taiaroa McDonald’s classmates have made sure he does not stick out by getting the same haircut as him after the 17-year-old was diagnosed with cancer.

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Science fund cuts further blow for uni 8466t

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Science fund cuts further blow for uni 8466t

The cutting of a wide-ranging government science fund is another blow for the University of Otago, academics say.
Study founder dies ho4l

Study founder dies ho4l

Founder of the Dunedin Study, Dr Philip (Phil) Silva, has died, aged 84.
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Mayoral candidate ‘ready to step up’ 2s2p

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Mayoral candidate ‘ready to step up’ 2s2p

Sophie Barker has put a stop to all the rumours and speculation by announcing her campaign to be mayor of Dunedin.

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Long wait for court criticised 1b1m2z

An Oamaru resident says the justice system is "flawed" and "very stressful," after waiting nearly a year for a Family Court hearing — far longer than the legal standard of six weeks.

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Fast-track application imminent 5b6tr

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Fast-track application imminent 5b6tr

Santana Minerals executive director Damian Spring has told a business audience in Cromwell his company is just "a few weeks away" from applying for a fast-tracked resource consent
Father ‘rapt’ investigation to reopen 1p345x

Father ‘rapt’ investigation to reopen 1p345x

Lachie Jones’ father feels his six-year campaign against police findings was "justified" after a coroner has directed further investigation into his son’s death.
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Insurance payout for cow-crash survivor 2ks2m

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Insurance payout for cow-crash survivor 2ks2m

A Southland woman who fronted some of the cost of repairing her car after crashing into a runaway herd of cows has had some good news from her insurance company.

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Three-vehicle crash closes Lyttelton Rd Tunnel 355s4n

Lyttelton Rd Tunnel has been closed following a crash this evening.

Two killed in Taranaki capsizing 6i2u54

Two killed in Taranaki capsizing 6i2u54

Police said three people were aboard the boat when it got into trouble and one of them was located in the water after the boat capsized.
Political blame game over slipping standards among police recruits k4j2l

Political blame game over slipping standards among police recruits k4j2l

Current and former police ministers are pointing fingers at each other over slipping standards at the Police College.
Legal action over changes to resource teaching roles 'possible' n3a6g

Legal action over changes to resource teaching roles 'possible' n3a6g

The country's largest teaching union is considering legal action against the government's decision to cut resource teachers in primary schools, confirmed last month as part of the Budget.

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Ryan Fox closes his eyes and hopes after his second shot on the 18th hole at Oakmont. Photo:...

Fox struggles as Scott turns back the clock at US Open 1p46r

Sam Burns moved closer to a major breakthrough as he held a one-shot lead over Australian Adam Scott after the third round of the US Open on Saturday at Oakmont Country Club.

Liam Lawson qualifies second slowest in Canada 2cp4m

Liam Lawson qualifies second slowest in Canada 2cp4m

A disastrous qualifying session left Kiwi driver Liam Lawson out in the cold ahead of tomorrow's Canadian Formula One Grand Prix.
McKenzie kicks Chiefs into Super Rugby final p6i6r

McKenzie kicks Chiefs into Super Rugby final p6i6r

A Damian McKenzie goalkicking masterclass was the difference between the Chiefs and ACT Brumbies in the second Super Rugby Pacific semi-final.
SA shrug off chokers tag to win World Test Championship 6n1m6c

SA shrug off chokers tag to win World Test Championship 6n1m6c

South Africa have won the World Test Championship, completing a remarkable turnaround to beat Australia by five wickets as they successfully chased down an imposing 282-run target.

Arrowtown distillery on top of the world 5s386
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Puddings for whānau 6a4d4t
Good food is only right 3621t
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Fair game for winter 1885n

Business 4gj1p

Receiving their chartered member certificate from Institute of Directors chief executive Kirsten...

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Leading the leaders; changing times for directors 415j5c

How times have changed.

Mill sale awaits Commerce Commission approval 6tx1o

Mill sale awaits Commerce Commission approval 6tx1o

The sale of a farmer-owned flour mill in South Canterbury’s Washdyke must get Commerce Commission clearance to go ahead.
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Award success for wedding vendors w1n2x

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Award success for wedding vendors w1n2x

Dunedin wedding vendors are celebrating their successes at the recent Wedding Industry Awards New Zealand.
Why haven't we noticed our KiwiSaver recovering? x83n

Why haven't we noticed our KiwiSaver recovering? x83n

If you haven't checked your KiwiSaver balance lately, now might be a good time.

Rural Life 3y4x4x

The Canterbury A&P Show is back on track after a last-minute resurrection in 2024 saved it from cancellation amid financial troubles, organisers say.

Heat on Ag Minister to deliver KiwiSaver promise 6i4z1d

Heat on Agriculture Minister to deliver KiwiSaver farm promise 126j2b

The heat is on the Agriculture Minister to deliver on a pre-election promise to unlock KiwiSaver so it can be used to buy a first farm, a flock of sheep or herd of cows.
Bull pulls a record price 6k1bx

Bull pulls a record price 6k1bx

Angus bull Fossil Creek Urban U032 AB bellows after being sold for $71,000 at the 25th annual Fossil Creek bull sale in North Otago yesterday.
Chances of NZ win pretty good: triallist 1q4b5n

Chances of NZ win pretty good: triallist 1q4b5n

East Otago triallist Lloyd Smith and his heading dog Code are in a team out to beat their Australian rivals and bring home the Wayleggo Cup.

Removing the grit 254k29

AI, Botox, weight-loss drugs ... are we in danger of losing the wrinkles that give life its grit? asks Eva Wiseman.

Ingredients for a cooking classic 1q5v4z

Ingredients for a cooking classic 1q5v4z

An early Dunedin recipe book told a story about the city’s inhabitants, Peter Read writes.
Waiting for Matariki to rise 1d266k

Waiting for Matariki to rise 1d266k

There’s a bend in the shared pathway out on Otago Peninsula just before you round the corner to Broad Bay.
Sooty fingerprints of sister species 6o2h5z

Sooty fingerprints of sister species 6o2h5z

In 1957, my brother Richard and I travelled on our 59cc NSU mopeds from our home in Wimbledon to central to spend our summer digging in the cave of Arcy-sur-Cure.

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Artist welded to his dream 352j60
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Exploration key for artists 2i185j

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Never again 11u5y
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'Brutally honest' book shares food journey 3ub4p

World 1y6g1y

President Donald Trump watches on during a military parade through the streets of Washington....

Trump military parade marred by day of violence, protests 114m5i

President Donald Trump's long-sought military parade has rolled through the streets of Washington, but the celebration of the US Army's 250th anniversary was marred by a day of violence and discord.

Israel warns 'Tehran will burn' as strikes continue i1q2e

Israel warns 'Tehran will burn' as strikes continue i1q2e

Israel has pounded Iran for a second day and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said its campaign would intensify.
Manhunt after ‘politically motivated assassination' of US politician 2t6j1o

Manhunt after ‘politically motivated assassination' of US politician 2t6j1o

A gunman posing as a police officer killed a senior Democratic state assemblywoman and her husband on Saturday in an apparent "politically motivated assassination," and wounded a second lawmaker and his spouse.
Spanish PM says sorry over corruption claims 3o2

Spanish PM says sorry over corruption claims 3o2

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez yesterday asked his compatriots for forgiveness following fresh allegations of corruption.

Opinion 156c58

Education Minister Penny Simmonds says changes are needed because the creation of Te Pūkenga has...

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Simmonds out and about and talking trash in recess week 12144c

As regular readers of Southern Say will know, this is a column which likes a cheap pun as much as the next hack.

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Will it rain on Trump’s parade? 1z146u

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Will it rain on Trump’s parade? 1z146u

These are troubling times.
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Cartoonist’s view — Yeo 332n1q

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Cartoonist’s view — Yeo 332n1q

Today's cartoon from Shaun Yeo.
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Letters to the Editor: DCC, Ardern and tourism q6s2a

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Letters to the Editor: DCC, Ardern and tourism q6s2a

Today's Letters to the Editor from readers cover topics including open conversations about DCC funding, the carping about Jacinda Ardern's memoir, and visitor levies.