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Hilton to open its first South Island hotels
Hilton Worldwide announces the signing of management agreements for two new properties.
Elton John to play in Dunedin
Dunedin's new stadium has attracted its first major singing act, with Sir Elton John set to perform late next year.
Climber killed, paraglider hurt in mountain accidents
A climber is reported to have been killed and a paraglider has spinal injuries after accidents on two South Island mountains today.
Emerging designers in the spotlight
The finalists for next year's iD International Emerging Designer Awards have been announced.
Study challenges genetic link to anti-social behaviour
An Otago University study has challenged the idea that depression and anti-social behaviour are primarily influenced by genes.
Dunedin: Buckets of cool charm
Like your frocks fabulous and your produce pesticide-free? Dunedin's for you, writes Rachel Grunwell.
Airport alert after smoke smelled in plane's cabin
Emergency services were called to Wellington International Airport after a plane was forced to return shortly after take-off this afternoon.
Schools may close over falling rolls
Six Dunedin schools are set to be merged or closed because of falling rolls, Anne Tolley says.
Wine: New maker, new focus
So where do you look to diversify when you've already got substantial interests in seafood, shipping, tourism and property?
A novel approach
A professor nominates the 200 books that will teach you more than you will learn at University.
Sir Ed's children stop sale of historic watches
Sir Edmund Hillary's children have blocked his widow from selling his historic watches.