Transport system killing thousands prematurely: Otago researcher
The transport system kills thousands of people prematurely each year, and the government's new transport plan will only make that worse, an Otago University academic says.
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Vibrant vision
Vibrant vision
Artist Xoe Hall puts the finishing touches to one of her murals which are brightening the concrete-on-concrete atmosphere of the University of Otago Link.
Ancient DNA confirms new species of pāua
Ancient DNA confirms new species of pāua
Just when scientists thought they knew everything there was to know about pāua, they have confirmed there is a whole new species of the popular mollusc.
Teens’ screen use in bed a ‘culprit’
Teens’ screen use in bed a ‘culprit’
Screen use before bed has long been blamed for sleep problems.
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Hope on status of polytechs
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Hope on status of polytechs
Polytechnics which continue to post deficits could still stand alone if the government grants them a lifeline, the Otago Daily Times understands.
Obituary: warm and engaging with zest for life
Obituary: warm and engaging with zest for life
Enthusiasm, energy and enterprise — these characteristics marked David Richardson in his contributions to his community and the lives of young people.
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Fear stand-alone position could hit polytech
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Fear stand-alone position could hit polytech
Otago Polytechnic is in a perilous financial situation after being saddled with tens of millions of dollars of debt, documents show.
Outdoor study
Outdoor study
MetService data showed the temperature in Dunedin rose to 18°C between 1pm and 2pm.
Uni staff wage bargaining still at ‘good faith’ stage
Uni staff wage bargaining still at ‘good faith’ stage
University of Otago staff are still in the "good faith" stage of wage bargaining, as the national union launches a ballot for strike action.
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Life-long passion recognised with title
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Life-long passion recognised with title
Daphne Lee is a star of hard rock - and some softer, more sedimentary ones, too.
MDMA, alcohol use studied
MDMA, alcohol use studied
Ecstasy users could ease up on the alcohol and have just as much fun, a University of Otago researcher says.
Native mistletoe’s bad rap as parasite plant put to rest
Native mistletoe’s bad rap as parasite plant put to rest
Mistletoe has long been seen as one of two things - something to stand under at Christmas-time for a kiss, or a parasitic plant that grows on other trees.
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Call to ‘stop damaging’ polytech
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Call to ‘stop damaging’ polytech
An exasperated Dunedin city councillor says Wellington should stop trying to "help" the polytechnic system, as the government plans further reform.
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No warning about Barton advice: uni
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No warning about Barton advice: uni
The University of Otago believes it got no warning about Frazer Barton's controversial advice over the destruction of historic records, despite strong senior leadership links to Presbyterian Support Otago.
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Uni seeking new forecast system
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Uni seeking new forecast system
A complex and confusing system has led the University of Otago to ask for help with its financial and enrolment forecasting so it can better respond to financial challenges.
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Uni assessed to be at ‘medium’ financial risk
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Uni assessed to be at ‘medium’ financial risk
The tertiary education industry watchdog is "confident" the University of Otago can manage its financial risks.
Space study may help eyecare
Space study may help eyecare
Talk about going above and beyond for your job.
Deaths and injuries due to alcohol
Deaths and injuries due to alcohol
The harm alcohol consumption can cause to health has been laid bare in new research led by the University of Otago (Wellington).
Ski and spa vision for awards finalist
Ski and spa vision for awards finalist
For some, the sight of a warm and soothing spa facility nestled neatly near the peak of a jagged and frigid mountain, might be a little out of place.
Otago Uni scientist on transtasman group
Otago Uni scientist on transtasman group
An Otago forensic scientist has been appointed to an agency which works "at the highest levels" across jurisdictions to deliver forensic science services to police and the criminal justice systems...