LifestyleWhy people in their 30s and 40s are experiencing increased memory problemsThere's much more information and distractions coming in than ever before, expert says.27 Oct 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGiving NCEA students confidence: Meet Kiwi maths teacher-turned YouTube starThere’s no black cape, but Subash Chandar K comes out at night to help those in need.25 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandSeveral candidates lag on financial returns after Tauranga electionSeveral candidates still have not filed their expenses and donation returns.21 Oct 03:30 AM
New ZealandHalls of residence applications soar as students face tough competitionUniversities are reporting an increase in applications for halls of residence.20 Oct 09:03 PM
KahuGout is hereditary and not a lifestyle illness - researchAn Otago University study lifts the lid on the painful joint disease.15 Oct 05:38 PM
New ZealandSolar 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.12 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessPerpetual Guardian says donations rise sharply despite sluggish economyGenerous and humble: Kiwis among the biggest donors in the world despite nasty economy.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Fun, fascinating, frustrating': Grant Robertson's first 100 days as uni vice-chancellorGrant Robertson reflects on protests, hospital cuts and university expansion.11 Oct 03:56 AM
New Zealand'This protest crossed that line': Renowned University of Otago building damaged during pro-Palestine protestThe building was locked down as a precaution.09 Oct 04:24 AM
New ZealandAuckland, Otago drop in world university rankingsNZ's top universities fall in new world rankings as sector group says there's work to do.08 Oct 11:01 PM
New Zealand'No simple answer': Student party crush tragedy sparks safety callsCoroner makes safety recommendations five years after Sophia Crestani's death.07 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandPuberty blocker use in NZ far higher than similar countries, study findsThe safety and reversibility of the medication is being reviewed by the Health Ministry.26 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuSpies are on Otago University campus for a good causePhD student develops an escape room centred on indigenous data sovereignty.15 Sep 10:15 PM
KahuReverend Dr Te Hira Paenga is keeping the Anglican faithReverend Dr Te Hira Paenga graduated with a PhD in theology.22 Aug 06:45 PM
New ZealandScarfies who 'can't afford good bread' push back on proposed car parking chargesDunedin City Council proposes to convert 60 parks to p240 unpaid parking spaces.12 Aug 08:00 PM
OpinionAnaru Eketone: Weaving history and story-telling and getting to the truthOPINION: Distinguishing the difference between myth and legend.15 Jul 09:08 PM
New Zealand'I'm really delighted to be here': Grant Robertson settles into new role at University of OtagoGrant Robertson is the University of Otago's new vice-chancellor.15 Jul 05:32 AM
KahuMāori scholar awarded honorary UK doctorateJacinta Ruru is top of the class for indigenous research.11 Jul 02:00 AM
KahuFunding to critical research to close gap between Māori and non-Māori cancer deathsTe Oranga Pūkahukahu has received a $5 million fund boost from the Health Research Council07 Jul 10:51 PM
New ZealandBrews and exodus: A brief history of Dunedin’s student pubsFormer Otago rugby stars Marc Ellis and Josh Kronfeld recall legendary Scarfie haunts.05 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: How to drain the swamp of vape stores and protect teenagersOPINION: Establishing robust limits on proximity, density could drain vape store swamps.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGrant Robertson officially welcomed into new role as vice-chancellor at University of OtagoGrant Robertson has officially begun his new role as the university's vice-chancellor.01 Jul 02:56 AM
KahuFour young Māori earn scholarships for ivy league educationThis year’s winners come from Rotorua, Whangārei and Inglewood in Taranaki.16 Jun 07:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSperm donor who was told he had no biological children finds son on DNA testing websiteDNA testing websites are muddying the sensitive process of matching donors with families.07 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat makes a good farmer and is there an urban/rural divide?Do urban and rural groups have different ideas about good farmers?01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSophia Crestani inquest: Her parents' heartbreaking tributeThe five-day inquest into Dunedin student's stairway death has concluded.31 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandBusiness case for Waikato medical school not expected until 2025Earlier this month, the uni began demolishing the old and vacant B Block for the school.31 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandSophia Crestani death: Bedroom door closed on people in crush, partygoer tells inquestThe inquest into the 19-year-old's death has entered its third day.29 May 02:13 AM
New Zealand'I was terrified': Witnesses recall crush that killed Sophia CrestaniThe inquest into the death of the 19-year-old student continues in Dunedin.28 May 12:43 AM
New Zealand'Her death must not be in vain': Parents speak ahead of inquest into uni student's party deathThe family of Sophia Crestani are still heartbroken more than four years after her death.26 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCow-less dairy product company given green light to expandAuckland-based Daisy Lab has spent the past few years developing dairy-identical proteins.20 May 10:16 PM
New ZealandBowel cancer rates rise in under-50s, calls for lower screening ageGovt will lower the bowel cancer screening age to 55.08 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe small West Coast town sitting on a valuable mineralIt's used in everything from mobile phones to solar panels and electric vehicles.06 May 11:17 PM
OpinionOtago Uni name change: 'We are a Te Tiriti-led university'OPINION: Otago University Students’ Association president Keegan Wells on their new logo30 Apr 08:01 PM