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Teammates of fatally stabbed Dunedin teen cancel rugby game in memory of friend
Otago rugby says the 'tragic circumstances' are being felt across the rugby community.
Dunedin bus hub fatal stabbing: 'A tragic event involving two very young people'
A 13-year-old boy appeared in court today charged with murder.
Regional council $952,000 over budget on legal fees
$277,000 of the total cost related to prosecutions.
'Obese poster girls': Michael Laws' comments draw fire
Otago regional councillor posted about 'lovely faces and breasts' - but didn't stop there.
Concern for council staff's safety after increasing aggression from public
On two occasions police were called and a staff member was assaulted on a site visit.
Council's role in river waste dumping 'extraordinarily embarrassing'
The council did not initially say it had faced censure over the incident.
Duchess battling against extra water permits for Sir Russell Coutts' golf course
The sailing legend wants to take water from two creeks on the Crown Terrace.
Hundreds of fish die in estuary
The dead fish included smelt, flounder, giant bullies, trout and inanga.
'Revolting' sewage system: Council fined $500k
'Smelling like rotten eggs combined with decayed chicken when left in the sun.'
Bus patronage drops by at least 90 per cent around NZ
Almost empty buses still provide an important service, say providers.
Weather chaos: Landslide hits hut, rescue under way, flood destroys highway
Rescue teams mustered this morning for evacuation of tourists.
Mega-floods, extreme heat could be in store for Otago
Parts of Otago could be hit with an increase in winter rain and soaring temperatures.
Big Read: The big problem with Queenstown - and how to solve it
Queenstown's booming - but can it cope?
Govt launches investigation into Otago Regional Council
The Government has launched an investigation into the Otago Regional Council.
Letters: Team names a big shame
Don't we agree the branding of sports teams in NZ is downright confusing and embarrassing?
Rabbit numbers down 25 per cent, farmers unimpressed
Effectiveness of K5 virus in killing rabbits has failed to impress Federated Farmers.
Bus driver sacked for lewd conduct
An investigation found his conduct had been in breach of his contract.
Bus driver stood down over complaints of lewd behaviour
Ritchies investigate allegations of lewd behaviour towards female passengers by driver.
Tramper swam raging river to get help for trapped mates
Four trampers plucked from Makarora River island after one swam for help
Planner backs golf challenge at harbour site
Residents oppose golf challenge and hire facility at Otago Harbour.
Lindis River is dry, but fields still green
Otago rivers are dry in some sections but farmers are still fighting against restrictions.
Health fears after pony buried in backyard
The carcass was beginning to bloat as one of its legs had popped out of the ground.
Otago's state of emergency lifted
The region has now officially entered a recovery phase with team assessing the damage.
'Days to drain': Rain eases but floodwaters remain
People are urged to stay well away from flooded roads with water levels remaining high.
'Right ... so gypsy is the new n word?'
Michael Laws' post on social media has raised hackles.
Rabbit virus brings hope to farmers
Farmers in Central Otago hope a new method of biological control will give them some respite from the rabbit problem.