Pedestrian thrown 25m into ditch after being hit by car, court told
The man sustained a broken leg and an ankle fracture in three places.
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Music festival to be held on University Oval
A dozen of New Zealand's 'best-loved acts' to play multiple stages.
Three trucks involved in two crashes in Dunedin
One crash was in central Dunedin while the other was on the southern motorway.
Lockdown burglar was a neighbour for 15 years
Intruder put his hands over victim's mouth and forced her back on to the mattress.
Private hospitals start closing their doors to unvaccinated patients and visitors
NZ Private Surgical Hospitals Association boss says more hospitals could follow suit.
Man charged with manslaughter three years after death of Dunedin woman
Anna Riddell died of a suspected drug overdose in 2018. Today, an arrest was made.
Man accused of attempted murder in Karitane shooting named
It is understood the complainant was shot in the head.
Family unhappy over prison officer's comments after son's death
The 24-year-old died in Dunedin Hospital on Monday.
Alleged burglar claims there was 'free garage sale'
He is alleged to have taken a dryer, sofa, chilly bin and four tyres.
From humble food truck to feeding Benedict Cumberbatch
After starting a mobile food service a van, an Auckland couple now cater to movie stars.
Erratic driver chased by dog into police station
The man ran into the station's watch house and handed himself in.
'Extraordinary bad luck': Cybercrime cripples Dunedin firm
Professional offshore hacking group attacked computer systems, phone and commercial data.
The pet possum who held a woman hostage - and made headlines around the world
Juvenile marsupial that 'held woman hostage' outed as a stray pet, raised in a lunchbox.
Oh my dog! Bacon-flavoured ice cream made especially for canines
The treat is made from goat's milk which is good for dogs and easy to digest.
First students awarded Six60 scholarships
Four students have hit the right note for a scholarship sponsored by Dunedin band Six60.
'Blacks Rd Ripper': Dunedin woman held hostage by possum
A distressed woman called police to say she couldn't leave her house.
One person trapped in car after collision in Octagon
One person was trapped in their vehicle and needed to be extricated.
'White as a ghost': Cops show up at school after social media prank
The officers were searching for a 12-year-old school boy.
'Incompatible' Southern DHB member's resignation welcomed
Ilka Beekhuis described Covid vaccinations as 'unethical, and medically unnecessary'.
Fishing company ordered to forfeit boat, pay fine after breaking law 8 times
The company was caught set netting within the four-nautical-mile prohibited area.
Housing NZ unit in Dunedin badly damaged in blaze
The fire was well-involved when crews arrived.
Influx of tips after TV show about Dunedin man's disappearance airs
The last confirmed sighting of Pridding was on the morning of November 8, 1994.
'I suffer every day': Ex-firefighter blackmailed woman; posed as 16yo online
"I've never been so scared of someone in my life," victim tells the court.
1930's Dodge freed from building damaged in fire after 16 months
The car was in remarkably good condition considering its adventures.
Online predator: Convicted paedophile busted with secret Tinder account
Judge says he doesn't believe sex offender's excuses "for one moment".
Revealed: Southern mayors' salaries and spending since last local elections
Southland mayors have combined for over $130,000 in ratepayer-funded spending.
Supermarket stabbing accused still can't be named
A trial date has been set for November next year.
$392,000 fine for bakery owner who underpaid staff, threatened worker
An investigation began after a complaint from someone who knew one of the employees.
Get to know Larnach Castle with managing director Norcombe Barker
For the inside scoop on Larnach Castle, who better than managing director Norcombe Barker.
'Uncontrollable anger': Killer offers no reason for bludgeoning couple
Former social worker Wiremu Namana used a bat, knife and sledgehammer to kill the couple.
Life sentence for 'needless' South Dunedin double murder
Wiremu Namana used a cricket bat, knife and a mini sledgehammer to murder the couple.
Plot to steal friend's car leads to 18-month prison sentence
Melveen Morgel Singh (21) admitted a charge of demanding with menaces.
'Greedy' serial swindler rips off Syrian refugee family
Family unlikely to see much of the money returned as Parsons already owes others $18,000.
Bakery owner who underpaid staff ordered to pay $300K
Investigation found staff worked 80 hours a week - but were only paid for 40.