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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.

Yachting: Sydney success for NZ sailors
New Zealand sailors Peter Burling and Blair Tuke claimed a notable scalp when beating 49er world champions Nathan Outteridge and Iain Jensen at the Sail Sydney regatta yesterday.

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.

Cycling: Games stars back on the track
New Zealand's road to the 2012 London Olympic begins in Adelaide this weekend at the Oceania track championships.

Otago: Valley thrives under eagle's gaze
An Otago tourist attraction is an intriguing mix of art and artefacts, says Jim Eagles.

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?