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Gold and disappointment at Paralympics

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Published: September 8, 2024 02:00

Cameron Leslie's dream of winning another Paralympic medal fell agonisingly short as he finished fourth in the final of the men's 50m backstroke S4. Photo: Getty Images By RNZ Sport On the final day of Paralympic competition in Paris, Anna Grimaldi…

More rain and snow likely for Milford Road

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Published: September 8, 2024 01:31

Milford Road at the east end of the Homer Tunnel this morning. PHOTO: MILFORD ROAD ALLIANCE Southland's Milford Road has reopened after snow and risk of avalanche saw it close yesterday.

Bus driver badly shaken after punched by passenger: union

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/bus-driver-badly-shaken-after-punched-passenger-union

Published: September 8, 2024 01:16

Rajnish Trehan had to receive stitches and will need dental work after being attacked by a passenger. Photo: Supplied By Lauren Crimp of RNZ An Auckland bus driver is "badly shaken" after being punched in the face on the job, leaving him with…

Waitaki blaze: Crews checking for hotspots

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-districts/waitaki-blaze-crews-checking-hotspots

Published: September 8, 2024 00:37

Fire crews returned to the scene this morning. PHOTO: OTAGO FIRE AND EMERGENCY Crews on the ground and in the air are back at the site of a large vegetation fire at Tokarahi Waitaki district checking for hotspots.

Waitaki blaze: Crews checking for hotspots

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/waitaki-blaze-crews-checking-hotspots

Published: September 8, 2024 00:25

Fire crews returned to the scene this morning. PHOTO: OTAGO FIRE AND EMERGENCY Crews on the ground and in the air are back at the site of a large vegetation fire at Tokarahi Waitaki district checking for hotspots.

Invercargill home badly damaged in fire

https://www.odt.co.nz/southland/invercargill-home-badly-damaged-fire

Published: September 7, 2024 22:46

Fire crews and police at the scene this morning. PHOTO LUISA GIRAO A neighbour who rushed to help at a nearby property in Invercargill says he saw black smoke and "roaring flames" engulf a house this morning.

Warning of mpox outbreak for Winter Pride attendees

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-national/warning-mpox-outbreak-winter-pride-attendees

Published: September 7, 2024 21:13

The Winter Pride event was held in August. Photo: ODT files Anyone who attended Winter Pride being warned to watch out for symptoms of mpox because suspected cases of the virus attended the events.

Boks inflict more pain on All Blacks

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-sport/star-rugby/boks-inflict-more-pain-all-blacks

Published: September 7, 2024 21:10

Siya Kolisi and Malcolm Marx scored tries as South Africa recorded a fourth win in a row against old foes the All Blacks for the first time in 75 years with an 18-12 Rugby Championship victory in Cape Town.

Gold for Grimaldi

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Published: September 7, 2024 21:05

Anna Grimaldi shows her delight at winning gold at the Paralympics this morning. Photo: Getty Images Dunedin's Anna Grimaldi has won New Zealand's first gold medal at the Paralympics in Paris.

Warning of mpox outbreak for Winter Pride attendees

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/warning-mpox-outbreak-winter-pride-attendees

Published: September 7, 2024 21:02

The Winter Pride event was held in August. Photo: ODT files Anyone who attended Winter Pride being warned to watch out for symptoms of mpox because suspected cases of the virus attended the events.

Boks inflict more pain on All Blacks

https://www.odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/boks-inflict-more-pain-all-blacks

Published: September 7, 2024 19:16

Siya Kolisi and Malcolm Marx scored tries as South Africa recorded a fourth win in a row against old foes the All Blacks for the first time in 75 years with an 18-12 Rugby Championship victory in Cape Town.

Gold for Grimaldi

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Published: September 7, 2024 18:12

The moment Anna Grimaldi realised she won gold in the women's 200m T47 final. Photo: Getty Images Dunedin's Anna Grimaldi has won New Zealand's first gold medal at the Paralympics in Paris.

ODT quiz: September 8

https://www.odt.co.nz/entertainment/odt-quiz/odt-quiz-september-8

Published: September 7, 2024 17:30

Luca offers ‘something special’

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Published: September 7, 2024 16:30

Oamaru Observatory Village resident Ella Lamb enjoys some time with visiting St Bernard, Luca. PHOTO: JULES CHIN It takes a village to raise a child, but it takes a dog to "raise up" a village.

Forming connections through art a focus

https://www.odt.co.nz/the-star/forming-connections-through-art-focus

Published: September 7, 2024 16:30

Dr Pooneh Torabian says a research project helped refugee women find connection through art. PHOTO: SIMON HENDERSON A research project has shed light on the transformative power of art.

Mecca comes to Queenstown

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/mecca-comes-queenstown

Published: September 7, 2024 16:30

PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES Mega beauty retailer Mecca’s moving to Queenstown.

New supermarket for Lake Hāwea

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/wanaka/new-supermarket-lake-h%25C4%2581wea

Published: September 7, 2024 16:30

An artist's impression of the FreshChoice Lake Hāwea store from September last year. IMAGE: SUPPLIED Shopping runs for Lake Hāwea residents will become much shorter following the opening of a new supermarket in the town next month.

Rotary takes on garden revitalisation

https://www.odt.co.nz/the-star/rotary-takes-garden-revitalisation

Published: September 7, 2024 16:30

Rotary Dunedin Central president April Eden stands by the raised garden beds at Bradford School, in Kaikorai Valley, which the club is revitalising for the community. Photo: Brenda Harwood The Rotary Club of Dunedin Central has joined forces with…

Genealogists keen to ‘catch up’

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Published: September 7, 2024 16:30

NZ Society of Genealogists Dunedin branch 55th birthday celebration convener Robyn Thorburn (left) and secretary Heather Bray discuss the upcoming event in the society’s room at Dunedin Public Library. PHOTO: BRENDA HARWOOD A shared passion for…

Power pole plan ‘a monstrosity’

https://www.odt.co.nz/southland/power-pole-plan-%25E2%2580%2598-monstrosity%25E2%2580%2599

Published: September 7, 2024 16:30

Some Invercargill residents are frustrated by plans to install more than 180 power poles in their neighbourhood. The native trees pictured will need to be cut to free up space for the poles. PHOTO: SUPPLIED A group of Invercargill residents feel…

Tradies do hard yards for local causes

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/tradies-do-hard-yards-local-causes

Published: September 7, 2024 16:30

Level Group conference delegates pictured early yesterday before pitching in to do odd jobs for three local charities. PHOTO: SUPPLIED A group of about 40 tradies have been giving back to Queenstown charities.

‘Sense of belonging’ encouraged

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/%25E2%2580%2598sense-belonging%25E2%2580%2599-encouraged

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

Totara School pupils (from left) Amelia Walsh, 6, teacher aide Jenny Hardwick, Allysra Currie, 9, Ariah Tairi, 9, Georgie Mewett, 12, and Kura Mairangi, 13, get their hands dirty in the garden. PHOTOS: JULES CHIN An "all inclusive" approach to…

Police introduce changes to mental health callouts

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/wanaka/police-introduce-changes-mental-health-callouts

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

PHOTO: ODT FILES Wānaka police, along with their colleagues around the country, will not be attending as many mental health callouts in the future.

Licensing trust ‘thrilled’ at early return to profit

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/licensing-trust-%25E2%2580%2598thrilled%25E2%2580%2599-early-return-profit

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES The Oamaru Licensing Trust is back in the black — albeit by a small margin — after a challenging few years.

Settlers’ association is no more, but portraits remain

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/settlers%25E2%2580%2599-association-no-more-portraits-remain

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

A photo of Helen Reid Livingstone from the 1900s with hand drawn details. PHOTO: NORTH OTAGO EARLY SETTLERS ASSOCIATION PORTRAIT COLLECTION The North Otago Early Settlers Association last week wound up as an incorporated society after 85 years.

Horse riders raising road awareness

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Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES Wānaka recreational horse rider Anne Steven is hoping to raise awareness that horses and horse riders are as equally vulnerable to traffic as cyclists.

Farmer’s claim against former employee rejected

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/farmer%25E2%2580%2599s-claim-against-former-employee-rejected

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH A Waitaki Valley farmer’s claim a former employee should pay back nearly $15,000 in wages not worked, air fares and visa fees has been rejected following an Employment Relations Authority hearing.

Teacher sharing life lessons

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/teacher-sharing-life-lessons

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

New St Kevin’s College food technology teacher Trevor Griggs helps his students prepare a dish. PHOTO: NIC DUFF Yes, Chef. Former The Last Post owner Trevor Griggs started as St Kevin’s College’s food technology teacher at the beginning of term…

Designer whips up a winner

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/wanaka/designer-whips-winner

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

Winning Wānaka fashion designer Claire O’Connell wears her own Donegal tweed pants and a hemp shirt. PHOTO: MARJORIE COOK The craic deserted Wānaka fashion designer Claire O’Connell last weekend when top Kiwi fashion judges named her the winner of…

Engrave, secure tools to discourage thieves

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/wanaka/engrave-secure-tools-discourage-thieves

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

Senior Sergeant Fiona Roberts. PHOTO: ARCHIVE A series of tool thefts in Wānaka this week is a sign the town’s "collective mindset" about theft prevention needs to change, police Senior Sergeant Fiona Roberts said.

Plaques to raise funds for centre

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/plaques-raise-funds-centre

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

Waitaki Event Centre Trust trustee Deidre Senior is excited to offer donors a chance to purchase plaques to raise funds. PHOTO: NIC DUFF Waitakians now have the opportunity to add their personal touch to the new Network Waitaki Event Centre.

Concerns raised at dog bylaw hearing

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/concerns-raised-dog-bylaw-hearing

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

This juvenile yellow-eyed penguin (hoiho), suffering a possible dog bite, was rescued at Campbells Bay. PHOTO: SUPPLIED Concern about wildlife and livestock has been aired at a Waitaki District Council hearing on proposed dog bylaw changes.

Mayor’s Taskforce For Jobs to continue supporting youth to get work placements

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/mayor%25E2%2580%2599s-taskforce-jobs-continue-supporting-youth-get-work-placements

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

Network Waitaki field operations manager Nathan Cunningham (left), employee and Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs client Trent Woodford and Waitaki District Mayor Gary Kircher earlier this year. PHOTO: SUPPLIED The Mayor’s Taskforce For Jobs (MTFJ) has…

Community House gets 4 new tenants

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/community-house-gets-4-new-tenants

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

Waitaki District Community House Trust board trustee Peter Bond (left) and chairman Dick Cottier are excited to welcome two new tenants to the building. PHOTO: NIC DUFF Waitaki District Community House in Oamaru has welcomed four new tenants.

Disc golf taking flight in Waimate

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Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

Waimate disc golf player Caitlin Murray, 10, enjoys a round at Knottingley Park.PHOTO: REBECCA MURRAY Known primarily for its wild wallabies and Edwardian architecture, Waimate is now making a name for itself as the South Island centre for disc…

Cultures on show at event for all

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/cultures-show-event-all

Published: September 7, 2024 16:00

Multicultural Day participants outside the new offices of Waitaki Multicultural on Thames St last Friday.PHOTO: JULES CHIN Waitaki Multicultural hosted a morning tea last Friday to celebrate Multicultural Day and their move to a new office.

Letters to the Editor: polio, climate and the hospital

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Published: September 7, 2024 08:44

Glazing on the north face of the new Dunedin hospital in-patient building. Photo: Gerard O'Brien Today's Letters to the Editor from readers cover topics including polio vaccinations in Gaza, the inconvenient truth of climate science, and the…

Man charged with murder in Grey Lynn teenager's death

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-national/man-charged-murder-grey-lynn-teenagers-death

Published: September 7, 2024 08:24

The scene after a shooting in Grey Lynn Thursday night. Photo: RNZ/Jessica Hopkins Two men have been arrested in relation to the death of a man in Grey Lynn Thursday night.

Man arrested, charged with murder in Grey Lynn teenager's death

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/man-arrested-charged-murder-grey-lynn-teenagers-death

Published: September 7, 2024 08:23

The scene after a shooting in Grey Lynn Thursday night. Photo: RNZ/Jessica Hopkins Two men have been arrested in relation to the death of a man in Grey Lynn Thursday night.

Obituary: the everyman who found humour far from the everyday

https://www.odt.co.nz/entertainment/television/obituary-everyman-who-found-humour-far-everyday

Published: September 7, 2024 08:17

Bob Newhart in an early stand-up show. Photo: Getty Images BOB NEWHART Comedian Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian, became one of the most popular TV stars of his time.

Obituary: John Mayall, musician

https://www.odt.co.nz/entertainment/music/obituary-john-mayall-musician

Published: September 7, 2024 08:07

John Mayall in London, March 4, 1971. Photo: Getty Images John Mayall’s band the Bluesbreakers was a training ground for superstars such as Eric Clapton, Mick Fleetwood and many others.

Obituary: let kotahitanga be his legacy

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/obituary-let-kotahitanga-be-his-legacy

Published: September 7, 2024 07:59

Kiingi Tūheitia, alongside his wife Makau Ariki Te Atawhai, wearing the new Olympic kakahu at Turangawaewae Marae, having given the cloak a royal blessing. Photo: Getty Images TŪHEITIA PŌTATAU TE WHEROWHERO VII The Māori King To quote…

Obituary: Roland Dumas, politician

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Published: September 7, 2024 07:48

Roland Dumas. Photo: Getty Images French politician Roland Dumas had a long and colourful career, but will forever be remembered by New Zealanders as his country’s foreign minister at the time of the Rainbow Warrior controversy.

Canterbury stages thrilling comeback in southern derby

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-sport/star-rugby/canterbury-stages-thrilling-comeback-southern-derby

Published: September 7, 2024 07:01

Otago winger Jona Nareki flicks the ball in today's NPC match against Canterbury at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Photo: Gerard O'Brien Canterbury kept Otago scoreless in the second half and eased to a 34-16 win at Forsyth Barr Stadium this evening.

Canterbury surges ahead in southern derby comeback

https://www.odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/canterbury-surges-ahead-southern-derby-comeback

Published: September 7, 2024 06:53

Otago winger Jona Nareki flicks the ball in today's NPC match against Canterbury at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Photo: Gerard O'Brien Canterbury kept Otago scoreless in the second half and eased to a 34-16 win at Forsyth Barr Stadium this evening.

Embracing the freedoms

https://www.odt.co.nz/lifestyle/magazine/embracing-freedoms

Published: September 7, 2024 04:27

Photo: Getty Images With a biologically significant birthday looming, Eva Wiseman takes stock.

Finding a home for a nest

https://www.odt.co.nz/lifestyle/magazine/finding-home-nest

Published: September 7, 2024 04:20

new-weaver-mix-070924.jpg The nest of a weaver bird (until recently identified to family level as Ploceidae) that was donated to the museum in 1938. Photo: Tūhura Otago Museum collection A bird’s nest caught the eye of Tūhura Otago…

Big reality check for the Spirit

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Published: September 7, 2024 04:14

Winger Jamie Church scored a try for Otago Spirit. Photo: Getty Images (file) The Otago Spirit got a harsh reality check ahead of the Farah Palmer Cup championship semifinals next weekend.

Completing the picture: photos bridge past and present

https://www.odt.co.nz/lifestyle/magazine/completing-picture-photos-bridge-past-and-present

Published: September 7, 2024 04:12

Left: One of the two photos taken by amateur photographer Gordon Hendry, of Dunedin, on a Tauranga township wharf, probably in the late-1940s, this one showing Ripeka Aukaha (centre), probably in her 90s, enjoying some melon with her granddaughter Hera…

Bossa nova great Sergio Mendes dies

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/world/bossa-nova-great-sergio-mendes-dies

Published: September 7, 2024 03:49

Sergio Mendes performing in Berlin in 2014. He is one of the most successful Brazilian artists internationally helping to popularise bossa nova and samba. Photo: Getty Images Brazilian musician Sergio Mendes, who brought bossa nova to…

Keeping track of carbon progress

https://www.odt.co.nz/lifestyle/magazine/keeping-track-carbon-progress

Published: September 7, 2024 03:43

Photo: Getty Images A new initiative will allow us to track the carbon reduction plans of our businesses.

The humble heart of a meal

https://www.odt.co.nz/lifestyle/food-wine/humble-heart-meal

Published: September 7, 2024 03:34

potatoes_1.jpg Photo: Getty Images Whether it’s small, waxy new potatoes in a salad or big floury spuds best for baking, you can always turn to spuds for satisfaction, writes Nigel Slater.

The soundtrack to their lives

https://www.odt.co.nz/entertainment/film/soundtrack-their-lives

Published: September 7, 2024 03:28

Kinglsey Ben-Adir as Bob Marley in Bob Marley: One Love. Photo: Paramount Pictures/TNS From Britney to Bruce to Bob, music biopics are hotter than ever.

Winton house fire 'suspicious'

https://www.odt.co.nz/southland/winton-house-fire-suspicious

Published: September 7, 2024 03:25

An early-morning fire that has destroyed an allegedly abandoned house in Winton is being treated as suspicious.

Nostalgia resurfaced

https://www.odt.co.nz/entertainment/music/nostalgia-resurfaced

Published: September 7, 2024 03:19

Troy Kingi at Joshua Tree. Photo: supplied Troy Kingi’s pilgrimage has produced a scorching new set of songs.

Spat with Crowe highlight of promo

https://www.odt.co.nz/entertainment/film/spat-crowe-highlight-promo

Published: September 7, 2024 03:12

Paul Mescal stars in Gladiator II. Photo: Paramount Director Ridley Scott seems to be goading one of the most explosive actors in existence about his absence from the sequel of the film that made him, Stuart Heritage finds.

Bossa nova great Sergio Mendes dies

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/world/bossa-nova-great-sergio-mendes-dies

Published: September 7, 2024 02:42

Sergio Mendes performing in Berlin in 2014. He is one of the most successful Brazilian artists internationally helping to popularise bossa nova and samba. Photo: Getty Images Brazilian musician Sergio Mendes, who brought bossa nova to…

Bossa nova great Sergio Mendes dies

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-lifestyle/star-entertainment/bossa-nova-great-sergio-mendes-dies

Published: September 7, 2024 02:39

Sergio Mendes performing in Berlin in 2014. He is one of the most successful Brazilian artists internationally helping to popularise bossa nova and samba. Photo: Getty Images Brazilian musician Sergio Mendes, who brought bossa nova to…

National memorial for Queen Elizabeth II

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-national/national-memorial-queen-elizabeth-ii

Published: September 7, 2024 02:20

Queen Elizabeth died in September 2022 after more than seven decades on the throne. At 96, she was the UK's oldest and longest-reigning monarch. Photo: Reuters A national memorial to the late Queen Elizabeth II will be erected in a central London…

Bethlehem students burned by engine fluid on bus ride

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-national/bethlehem-students-burned-engine-fluid-bus-ride

Published: September 7, 2024 02:19

Bethlehem College has been asked to apologise to students after "unreasonable decisions" by the school's board. Photo: Sun Media via LDR A minute after a Bay of Plenty school bus driver noticed his bus engine temperature was reading a bit high, he…

Bethlehem students burned by engine fluid on bus ride

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/bethlehem-students-burned-engine-fluid-bus-ride

Published: September 7, 2024 02:18

Bethlehem College has been asked to apologise to students after "unreasonable decisions" by the school's board. Photo: Sun Media via LDR A minute after a Bay of Plenty school bus driver noticed his bus engine temperature was reading a bit high, he…

National memorial for Queen Elizabeth II

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/world/national-memorial-queen-elizabeth-ii

Published: September 7, 2024 02:06

Queen Elizabeth died in September 2022 after more than seven decades on the throne. At 96, she was the UK's oldest and longest-reigning monarch. Photo: Reuters A national memorial to the late Queen Elizabeth II will be erected in a central London…

Trump at appeal seeking to void sex assault verdict

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/world/trump-appeal-seeking-void-sex-assault-verdict

Published: September 7, 2024 01:44

A jury awarded E. Jean Carroll $NZ8 million for sexual assault and defamation. Photo: Reuters A lawyer for Donald Trump has urged an appeals court to throw out a mulitmillion-dollar verdict finding Trump liable for sexually assaulting and defaming…

GP access still an issue, says CEO

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-districts/gp-access-still-issue-says-ceo

Published: September 7, 2024 01:27

Andrew Swanson-Dobbs. Photo: ODT files The waiting time to see a GP in Oamaru is an ongoing issue.

ODT quiz: September 7

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-lifestyle/odt-quiz-september-7

Published: September 7, 2024 01:10

Crews battling big blaze in Waitaki

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-districts/crews-battling-big-blaze-waitaki

Published: September 7, 2024 01:04

The fire began yesterday and has now burnt through approximately 400 hectares of farmland, tussock and scrub. Photo: FENZ/Facebook A major fire response is under way, as crews battle a large and uncontrolled vegetation fire near Tokarahi in the…

Long-awaited pathway to sea under way

https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-christchurch/long-awaited-pathway-sea-under-way

Published: September 7, 2024 01:02

Work is progressing on the first phase of Christchurch’s long-awaited 'City to Sea' Pathway.

ACT pledges pushback on supermarket crackdown

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/act-pledges-pushback-supermarket-crackdown

Published: September 7, 2024 00:11

Regulation Minister David Seymour. Photo: RNZ By Craig McCulloch of RNZ Regulation Minister and ACT leader David Seymour has rubbished calls for tougher regulation of the grocery sector, putting him at odds with both the commerce minister and the…

Vining family tick off Blair's bucket list

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/the-south-today/vining-family-tick-blairs-bucket-list

Published: September 6, 2024 23:01

Melissa Vining and her two daughters laid the last three bricks at the Southern Charity Hospital on Friday afternoon.

Crews battling big blaze in Waitaki

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/crews-battling-big-blaze-waitaki

Published: September 6, 2024 22:34

The fire began yesterday and has now burnt through approximately 400 hectares of farmland, tussock and scrub. Photo: FENZ/Facebook A major fire response is under way, as crews battle a large and uncontrolled vegetation fire near Tokarahi in the…

Retiree calls for pension 'top-up' for those unable to save

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/retiree-calls-pension-top-those-unable-save

Published: September 6, 2024 22:16

Data shows that the gap between women and men's KiwiSaver balances is highest between age 50 and 65. Photo: Getty Images By Susan Edmunds of RNZ Helen, whom RNZ has agreed not to identify, is facing retirement with just $1000 in savings.

Strong winds, rain and snow for South Island

https://www.odt.co.nz/regions/strong-winds-rain-and-snow-south-island

Published: September 6, 2024 21:59

Rain and snow showers are forecast for the Milford Road area from this afternoon and overnight. Photo: Milford Road Alliance Strong winds and rain are likely for many parts of the South Island today, with MetService issuing warnings and watches,…

ODT quiz: September 7

https://www.odt.co.nz/entertainment/odt-quiz/odt-quiz-september-7-1

Published: September 6, 2024 17:30

Burned by a Walter Mitty

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/burned-walter-mitty

Published: September 6, 2024 17:30

ODT GRAPHIC Why settle for being a bus driver or security guard when you can be a globetrotting millionaire property investor? Rob Kidd reports on a Dunedin man who blurred the lines between fantasy and reality, and speaks to those who have been…

Man admits exposing himself on beach

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/man-admits-exposing-himself-beach

Published: September 6, 2024 16:55

Alexander Toon was sentenced to 18 months’ intensive supervision for doing an indecent act on a beach. PHOTO: ODT FILES Two young girls saw a rail enthusiast exposing himself on a Dunedin beach, a court has heard.

Offending close to where friend was killed

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/offending-close-where-friend-was-killed

Published: September 6, 2024 16:45

A man's erratic driving in which his car became airborne was only a few blocks away from where his friend died in a car crash last year.

Cask drunk before incident

https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/cask-drunk-incident

Published: September 6, 2024 16:35

A man who drank a three-litre cask of wine caused carnage while trying to leave a Dunedin carpark.

Coltman has renewed love of the game after France stint

https://www.odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/coltman-has-renewed-love-game-after-france-stint