A clinic in Dunedin is assisting patients in safely discontinuing long-term antidepressant use, addressing withdrawal symptoms like brain zaps. The program highlights growing clinical and public concerns over prolonged psychiatric medication dependency.

Armed police responded in Dunedin after a prisoner, who had missed his flight to attend a funeral, was picked up from the airport by his partner. He was subsequently arrested for breaching bail conditions.

High demand during free power periods in Dunedin's student area has caused an electricity network outage, as existing infrastructure was not built to manage such spikes.

Controversial Dunedin city councillor Benedict Ong has been asked to leave two public events within a week and was also ejected from a council meeting discussing amalgamation plans.

Students in Dunedin are reportedly facing extremely cold living conditions in their flats, with temperatures inside often matching those outside, though many are hesitant to challenge landlords.

Students at University of Otago accommodation in Dunedin experiencing flu-like symptoms have been advised to self-isolate amid a local outbreak.

Michael McLeod, the former owner of Dunedin's iconic Captain Cook Hotel, has been jailed after being named for paying a minor for sex.

An evacuation centre has been opened in Mosgiel, New Zealand, after a heavy deluge of rain overnight caused significant surface flooding in Dunedin.

Fog has disrupted air travel from Dunedin, New Zealand, on a chilly day across the country, with temperatures below zero in centers like Hamilton and Christchurch.

Residents in South Dunedin, New Zealand, are concerned about the potential acquisition of 1100 to 1700 properties as part of a plan to implement public works, land raising, or new green spaces to combat climate change impacts.

Rob Taylor, principal of Musselburgh School in Dunedin, is running two half marathons with local business sponsorship to ensure no child is left behind due to inability to pay for school camp fees.

A community effort is underway in Dunedin, New Zealand, to prevent the removal of a beloved dinosaur-shaped slide, a local landmark for decades.

A 37-year-old man has been arrested and accused of murder following the discovery of a body at a house in Somerville Street in Andersons Bay, Dunedin, and has been granted name suppression.

A coroner has issued a warning about the misuse of prescription drugs following the death of 20-year-old Wynter Horrell in Dunedin in 2021.

Jo Galer has won the Dunedin by-election by fewer than 100 votes, securing the council seat left vacant after the death of a former mayor.

Dunedin Hospital in New Zealand has launched a new nurse-led assessment unit, aiming to alleviate pressure on its emergency department and reduce patient wait times.

Police are probing how salt ended up in baby formula at Dunedin Hospital after an infant consumed a small amount before refusing more.

Dunedin City Councillors have voted to establish an in-house housing outreach service, costing $270,000 annually, to address the growing issue of homelessness in the city.

A postcard sent 116 years ago has finally made its way back home to Dunedin, New Zealand, carrying a message from "Dorothy" to "Little Alison."

A former Highlanders rugby player has been named as an accused in a sex case in Dunedin, drawing public attention.

Dunedin's Globe Theatre is marking its 65th anniversary by restaging "Romeo and Juliet," the same play performed when the theatre first opened its curtains.

A woman in Dunedin has been sentenced for making false claims on TikTok that a midwife was 'un-aliving babies,' highlighting the legal consequences of spreading misinformation online.

A Woolworths supermarket in South Dunedin, New Zealand, has been fined $33,000 after more than 20 rats were caught and old nests discovered within its walls.

Staff at Dunedin's Columba College have accused the school board of bullying and interfering in daily operations, while the board, in turn, has accused the education ministry of "overstepping."

Keith Andrew Wicks-Cairns pleaded guilty to rape, sexual violation and burglary after attacking the woman who was asleep in bed in February last year.

Guitarist Lucy Hughes says her bandmates didn't believe it when she told them. It only sunk in when they saw their name on the official gig announcement.

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Councillor Russell Lund argues that Dunedin's new alcohol licensing rules do not go far enough, stating the council should not be intimidated by supermarket opposition to stricter sales restrictions.

A colony of 'playful' sea lions is flourishing on the Otago coast near Dunedin, marking a successful return after the species was previously driven to extinction on the mainland.

Benzinga reports on the market sentiment for Dunedin Income Growth Investment Trust PLC.

The Brussels Times published a search query related to ordering cocaine in Dunedin, New Zealand, referencing the domain FINDCOK.ORG.

Several Otago councils are advocating for the formation of a new unitary authority, a proposal that controversially excludes Dunedin city, drawing criticism from a Dunedin city councillor.

Separate road accidents in Dunedin and Canterbury on New Zealand's South Island have turned fatal, resulting in the deaths of two people who were hospitalized.

Dunedin, New Zealand, is marking exactly two years until a total solar eclipse, an event anticipated to be one of the most majestic sights in the region. The moon's shadow will pass directly over parts of Otago during the eclipse.

New Zealand's Ministry of Health announced an independent investigation into allegations of potential human rights abuses at a ward in Dunedin's Wakari Hospital, considering a police referral.

Flood mitigation plans for South Dunedin have been put on hold as authorities consider a 'pipes and pumps' solution, despite over half of the area's households and businesses being at risk of flooding.

The South Dunedin Future programme has presented three proposals for how the low-lying community can adapt to climate change.

Inspections of student rental properties in Dunedin revealed numerous issues, including broken windows, mould, blocked gutters, and incorrectly installed smoke alarms. The findings highlight concerns about student housing standards.

Police have identified the remains of a man found on the Dunedin coastline as Murray Allen Wakefield, who was reported missing from Deborah Bay in May 2025.

A man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a deceased person at a property in Dunedin, New Zealand.

Megan Turnbull, a psychotherapist from Dunedin who is blind, has turned her decade-old hobby of candle-making into a weekly donation of recycled candles to her local SPCA op shop.

The shark bell at St Clair beach in Dunedin has been activated four times over the past two weeks, prompting authorities to urge surfers and swimmers not to ignore the warnings. The repeated alerts indicate increased shark activity in the area.

The Dunedin bar Dropkicks is at risk of losing its liquor licence, with the district licensing committee expected to make a decision soon.

A man in Dunedin, New Zealand, has been charged with attempting to strangle a police officer, with three officers requiring medical treatment after the confrontation.

A Wellington couple, Jim and Mary Barr, have donated more than 400 pieces from their private art collection to a gallery in Dunedin, New Zealand.

A chemical spill occurred at Dunedin Airport in New Zealand, resulting in two individuals being hospitalized due to exposure.

Street lights across Dunedin, New Zealand, failed to turn on, plunging several suburbs into darkness.

The wife of a Dunedin murderer has admitted to assisting him in disposing of evidence related to the investigation.

Dunedin councillor Benedict Ong has been asked to resign after he criticized a council staff member in an email to the chief executive and local journalists, constituting a code of conduct breach.

Heritage advocates in Dunedin, New Zealand, are warning that reclassifying the city into a higher seismic zone could harm its economy and endanger iconic heritage buildings.

Lights, camera, action, Ōtepoti! A new pitch is hoping to put Dunedin centre stage as the next Hollywood A-list film location.

A 46-year-old man was arrested in Fraser's Gully, Dunedin, after he drove towards police officers and then fled into the bush, where he was located by a police dog team.

Crews from across Central Otago and Dunedin are battling a fire that has led to the evacuation of homes in Central Otago, New Zealand. Four helicopters are involved in fighting the blaze.

Three individuals were successfully rescued from a burning building in Dunedin, New Zealand, with a fire investigator now probing the cause of the blaze.

A member of the public found a body in the water near John Wilson Ocean Drive on the Dunedin coast, which has since been recovered by authorities.

Workers in the Adams Building at the University of Otago, home to the Department of Public Health in central Dunedin, have been exposed to contaminated asbestos material for years. The extent of the exposure and its implications are under investigation.

Rare snowfall in New Zealand's capital, Wellington, and in Dunedin, the first in over a decade, has brought excitement, with some individuals even skiing on lightly snow-covered streets.

The Dunedin City Council is evaluating short-term infrastructure improvements to protect the flood-prone area of South Dunedin.

The city of Dunedin, New Zealand, is preparing to be the epicenter of a rare astronomical phenomenon not seen in the region for over eight centuries, with hotels reportedly sold out two years in advance due to an expected influx of 35,000 tourists.

A Dunedin man is facing charges after police discovered drugs and cash in his vehicle during a traffic stop on Thursday night, reportedly due to the smell of cannabis.

Concerns regarding Dunedin's Wakari Hospital, including human rights issues, were raised prior to their public uncovering, with Health NZ confirming that district inspectors had visited the facility more frequently than legally required.

Emergency services are rushing to the scene of a bus and car crash in Dunedin, New Zealand; police confirm the road is not blocked, but the extent of injuries is unclear.

A growing trend of Pokémon card collecting is bringing both collectors and increased cash flow to the Dunedin market, exemplified by a father and his two sons from Balclutha aiming to complete a full set.

A coroner found that performance poet and playwright Ian Loughran died after clinicians failed to provide follow-up care, leaving him to 'manage on his own' after he left a mental health ward.

A man accused of murder in Dunedin, New Zealand, is scheduled to undergo psychiatric assessment to determine his fitness to stand trial.

Police are appealing for dashcam footage following a fatal crash that occurred near Dunedin.

One person is in police custody after emergency services found a person dead at a Andersons Bay property.

Dunedin councillor Benedict Ong has been suspended for nine months following a code of conduct complaint after he revealed details about a potential hotel development to reporters.

A bar owner in Dunedin has surrendered their liquor licenses after a drunk patron was accidentally locked inside a bathroom when staff failed to properly check the venue before closing.

Dunedin City Councillor Benedict Ong is defending himself against accusations of disclosing confidential information by copying journalists on emails.

One person is in critical condition following an assault involving a weapon at a property in Dunedin. Emergency services responded to the incident.

A faulty fire alarm system at Helensburgh House, a Dunedin hospital, has been deemed a 'serious risk' to safety by the PSA, as there is no early warning or evacuation system in place.

Two individuals were hospitalized following a chemical reaction at the sewage treatment plant located at Dunedin Airport on Monday, prompting a response from Fire and Emergency services.

A digger fell from a truck, blocking the southern motorway in both directions in Dunedin following a crash.

A person was taken to the hospital after being bitten by a sea lion on Brighton beach in Dunedin, New Zealand, on Friday afternoon.

Multiple police cars and ambulances have been observed at the intersection of Helensburgh and Tairei Roads in Dunedin, indicating a significant incident requiring emergency services.

A grieving father in New Zealand is renewing his plea for free meningitis vaccinations for all students, following his daughter's death and the emergence of new cases in Dunedin.

A Dunedin City councillor has been found in serious breach of the council's code of conduct for publicly criticizing staff members.

The approved budget for the new Dunedin Hospital is reportedly over $2 billion, a figure higher than what the government has publicly stated.

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Samson Aruwa was recognized for rescuing people from a fatal stairwell pile-up at a Dunedin student flat in October 2019, where University of Otago student Sophia Crestani died.