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New Zealand Symphony Orchestra principal French horn Samuel Jacobs is accustomed to playing from the back of the ‘‘band’’ during concerts, so it will be a treat for him to step into the limelight this Saturday in his first outing with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra.

As the temperatures start to plummet and the days get shorter and darker, the need for warm, dry and secure housing becomes even more apparent for many in Dunedin.

Located in the Octagon, the very heart of Dunedin, the Dunedin Public Art Gallery offers a contemporary, yet elegant venue for events of all kinds, including wedding ceremonies and receptions.

For more than 25 years, SeniorNet has been supporting and motivating seniors in Dunedin, to enjoy their technology and use it to enrich their everyday lives.

Who knew pest control could be so delicious?

Inspiring people to love and care for wildlife and wild spaces, and to learn about the impact of weather and climate, is at the heart of the ninth Wild Dunedin Otepoti Mohoao — NZ Festival of Nature, which starts this Friday.

The 12-strong ‘‘Melrose Place’’ team will be hard to miss at the Dunedin Relay for Life this Saturday at Forsyth Barr Stadium, sporting vibrant purple outfits and with sassy attitude to burn.

A broad range of issues were discussed by the Waikouaiti Coast Community Board at its meeting last week, from problem trees to roadside safety, and potential safety problems around electric vehicles in crashes.

Stalwart Dunedin Relay for Life participants, the Mercy Hospital team are raring to go ahead of Saturday’s event at Forsyth Barr Stadium.

A Laser Hawk competition at Toitū Otago Settlers Museum tomorrow from 10am to 3pm will be a chance for young people to explore how video games have developed over time.

Situated in the heart of Dunedin’s picturesque heritage district, Toitū Otago Settlers Museum offers a combination of diverse spaces that can accommodate everything from small intimate functions to larger lavish events.

This should have been one of the easiest rounds of the competition with only four games to pick, but it ended up a tipsters’ graveyard! Moana Pasifika and the Waratahs were simply not supposed to win!

Have you ever wondered how to encourage your children to eat a balanced diet? Frustrated with ongoing dinnertime battles? Read on to find out my top tips for optimal nutrition in childhood.

The idea of having a team in the Dunedin Relay for Life came from Trina and her daughters Alana McGregor and Kylie Jenkins, who were inspired after receiving ‘‘tremendous care and support’’ from the Cancer Society.

Life has turned full circle for the Rt Rev Graham Redding.

Chisholm Links Golf Club’s clubhouse provides a multipurpose facility that is ideal for birthday parties, work functions, staff training workshops and a host of other events.

Are you looking for a venue that supports conversation ... and conservation?

Have you been searching for a resolution to your ongoing foot or lower limb issue? Don’t waste your time with home remedies and standardised internet advice.

The mission of Let the Good Times Roll is simple yet profound: to enhance and enrich lives through companionship.

Eleven years after they took to the streets of Dunedin with Queer Deportment, dancers Lisa Wilkinson, Brendan Kydd and Hahna Briggs are back for a reimagined outing of their absurd, joyful yet challenging celebration of dance.

After a tight race, Jack Hawkeswood, of Whitford, and his co-driver, Jason Farmer, of Auckland, gained first place in the 2024 Central Machine Hire Otago Rally.

With 10 very impressive candidates to choose from, the Saddle Hill Community Board had the difficult task of deciding who would be recipients of their Youth Ambassador Award. After hearing from the candidates and much discussion that highlighted all the young people who applied were very talented, the board decided to award a total of $2900 to six young people.

Heartbreaking stories of war have been compiled by Toitū Otago Settlers Museum in the leadup to this year’s Anzac Day commemorations.

The Mosgiel Brass Band and young guest singers will join the Dunedin RSA Choir as it presents its annual Anzac Revue concert this Anzac Day, from 7pm at Knox Church.

The recent annual meeting of Age Concern Otago held on Wednesday, April 10, celebrated another successful year of work from the team supporting the health and wellbeing of older people across Otago.

A lot has been happening at Magic Moments Restaurant recently and there’s more to come.

A quarter-century of local photographic talent is being celebrated at Tūhura Otago Museum.

A perfect miniature of a traditional Chinese landscape painting, Lan Yuan Dunedin Chinese Garden is an inimitable venue with stunning landscapes and tranquil spaces, making it perfect for your event.

Work on replacing underground pipes dating back to the 1880s along Bath St began this week, but the Dunedin City Council highlighted foot traffic access to businesses and residences will be maintained.

The Rebels continue to defy the pundits — especially this one — after crushing the Drua at home, 41-20. (Note to self, only pick the Drua at home)!