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Otago: Historic harbour, modern haven
Port Chalmers has been the hub of some of New Zealand's most historic events.

Just the tickets
You can say 'I was there' -- because this Dunedin-based firm got you into the stadium

It's working for families
Safe, friendly, balanced: the southern way of life works for couples like this

Crash victim could 'light up the room'
Family and friends of a young man killed in a car crash near Dunedin are remembering a "loveable rascal" who had a keen sense of humour and a cheeky grin.

Fatal car crash near Dunedin airport
Emergency services are at the scene of a fatal car crash near Dunedin International airport. Police said the only occupant of the vehicle has died after the vehicle rolled and came to a rest on its roof on Centre Road in the Momona area.

Couple off cruise after handbag theft
A Brazilian couple have been kicked off a cruise ship in Dunedin after landing in hot water over the theft of a designer handbag.

No compo for mauled woman
The Dunedin victim of a "horrific'' mauling by three Irish wolfhounds has had another blow after learning she will not be compensated for lost income.

Stuck cars pulled from surf, at a cost
Three Dunedin residents could only watch as their stranded cars were crashed by waves at Tomahawk Beach.

Man arrested over attack on cyclist
Police have arrested a 56-year-old man in relation to an assault of a female cyclist on a Dunedin street.

Council suspends gang leader's contract
The Dunedin City Council has suspended its contract with a Black Power leader after his arrest for dangerous driving.

Man charged with Dunedin murder
A 20-year-old man accused of murdering Dunedin woman Karin Ann Ross has been remanded in custody following a court appearance.

'My cheating husband took everything'
Wife of Kiwi adulterer who defrauded insurance companies of more than $300,000 describes the pain he caused: "I don't think this is forgivable."

Man charged with Dunedin murder
A 20-year-old man has been arrested with the murder of Dunedin woman Karin Ann Ross.

Dunedin 'serious incidents' not connected
"I can confirm these cases are in no way linked to each other,'' Inspector Kelvin Lloyd, Acting Area Commander: Otago Coastal, said.

Cyclist saved by 'Good Samaritans'
A female cyclist was accosted and punched by a man in a random attack in Dunedin over the weekend.

Otago death: Co-worker's house searched
A house in Kaikorai belonging to the co-worker of woman who was killed in Dunedin last week has been searched by police.

'Unexplained' death: Police confirm name
Karin Ann Ross, 51, was found dead in a Dunedin yard earlier this week. Police say the probe into her "unexplained" death is now a homicide inquiry.

Wolfhounds' owner facing prosecution
Dunedin City Council confirms it will be taking a prosecution against the owner of three Irish wolfhounds that savagely attacked a woman.

Sex offender back behind bars
High-risk sex offender Darren Albert Jolly, who has been living in a flat in Dunedin, is back behind bars after being arrested by police earlier this week.

Heat-stressed dog rescued from car
A University of Otago student came to the rescue of a Jack Russell left in a hot car.

Woman admits attempted murder
A woman who shot and seriously wounded a man outside his home near Dunedin earlier this year has been convicted of attempted murder.

Dunedin: Scarfing it down in scarfie town
Hungry, and perhaps a little thirsty in Dunedin? Anna King Shahab discovers 10 great places to sate your appetite.

Dunedin schools compete for pupils
A war is being waged between Dunedin secondary schools, which are estimated to be spending big money on marketing to attract pupils.

Parking meters reading new notes as forgeries
Ticketing machines unable to process the imagery on the new notes.

Dunedin Mayor still seeking RWC parade
An All Black parade in Dunedin seems a long shot, although Dunedin Mayor Dave Cull is not throwing in the towel.

Council boss' UK trips supported
The Dunedin City Council has spent $36,000 sending chief executive Dr Sue Bidrose to leadership training courses at England's prestigious Oxford University.

Asbestos cleaning at hospital resumes
An asbestos scare at Dunedin Hospital has affected access to the mortuary, ultrasound suite, two lifts, the central stairwell and staff-only areas.

Health professor slams uni vaping ban
She says science isn't there to back up University of Otago's ban on e-cigarettes.