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How a life-changing tragedy inspired a young woman's medical journey
Dr Melenia Kaitaeifo, inspired by her brother's tragic death, graduates as a doctor from Otago.

Māori dentist graduates as specialist, breaking 50-year gap at Otago
Dr Jonathan Martin urges Māori rangatahi to pursue healthcare, saying 'Your cultural identity is your greatest strength.'

Breaking barriers: How new doctor champions Māori health in medicine
Carlton Irving graduates from Otago Medical School, pushes 'pure work ethic'.

Sir Richard Faull: From student to esteemed brain researcher
Sir Richard Faull to receive Honorary Doctor of Science from Otago University on 11 Dec.

'Otago is still a very, very good place to be': Student leader says scarfies thriving
Housing and the cost of living remain key issues for Otago's students.

He bought his first student flat at 18. Now he’s a professional investor
Landlords in the Deep South say if student flats are well run, they don't get trashed.

Debt collectors chasing Kiwis overseas who are behind on student loan payments
They have doubled the team chasing Kiwis overseas who are behind in loan payments.

Former finance minister dips into own pocket for Otago Uni scholarships
Grant Robertson is funding seven new scholarships worth $49,000.

Who is getting into medical school? New study sounds alarm over diversification
Affirmative action policies have had less success in lifting enrolments of poorer students

Why people in their 30s and 40s are experiencing increased memory problems
There's much more information and distractions coming in than ever before, expert says.

Giving NCEA students confidence: Meet Kiwi maths teacher-turned YouTube star
There’s no black cape, but Subash Chandar K comes out at night to help those in need.

Several candidates lag on financial returns after Tauranga election
Several candidates still have not filed their expenses and donation returns.

Halls of residence applications soar as students face tough competition
Universities are reporting an increase in applications for halls of residence.

Gout is hereditary and not a lifestyle illness - research
An Otago University study lifts the lid on the painful joint disease.

Solar tsunamis: New Zealand plans for potential ‘major infrastructure failure’
It's a matter of 'when, not if' the Earth is hit hard by extreme space weather.

Perpetual Guardian says donations rise sharply despite sluggish economy
Generous and humble: Kiwis among the biggest donors in the world despite nasty economy.

'Fun, fascinating, frustrating': Grant Robertson's first 100 days as uni vice-chancellor
Grant Robertson reflects on protests, hospital cuts and university expansion.

'This protest crossed that line': Renowned University of Otago building damaged during pro-Palestine protest
The building was locked down as a precaution.

Auckland, Otago drop in world university rankings
NZ's top universities fall in new world rankings as sector group says there's work to do.

'No simple answer': Student party crush tragedy sparks safety calls
Coroner makes safety recommendations five years after Sophia Crestani's death.

Puberty blocker use in NZ far higher than similar countries, study finds
The safety and reversibility of the medication is being reviewed by the Health Ministry.