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First year at Otago? Student Advice I wish I’d known
Like anything in life, university has ups and downs: one minute you’re basking in the sun on clocktower lawn; the next, you’ve been woken up at 3am by somebody throwing up on your car outside. When I think back on my undergrad years, it was good fun, but I did make some ill-informed decisions. Here,…
The Ultimate Dunedin Gift Guide for Foodies
Looking for a unique gift? Discover these 10 artisan producers from Dunedin and their delicious goods…
The magic Maniatoto: your guide to 4 awesome places
With its awesome ranges and wide open spaces, a visit to the Maniatoto is rarely forgotten. Here we’ll explore the best things see and do…
7 haunted Dunedin hotspots that will freak you out
From theatres to historical ruins, here we’ll explore the most notorious haunted Dunedin hotspots that have become part of local legend…
Can you guess the inspiration for these 9 weird NZ place names?
What’s in a name? Here are some of the meanings behind the most strange and funny NZ place names from the South Island…
Visiting Ranfurly? Don’t miss these four stunning nature walks
Short walks are one of the most enjoyable ways to appreciate the varied landscapes and history of Central Otago. Here are 4 scenic walking destinations near Ranfurly, Otago.
Mysteries of the Otago goldrush: who was Jack Tewa?
Jack Tewa left an enduring mark on Central Otago. However, relatively little is known about the life of this iconic character.
Ever heard of these weird and wonderful Dunedin place names?
The stories behind Dunedin’s peculiar place names: Balaclava – Murdering Beach – Lawyer’s Head – Pineapple Track – Māori Hill
How to preserve rosehips: an easy guide
Make the most of Otago’s autumn bounty by preserving your own rosehip skins and enjoy the benefits of this vitamin C packed superfood…
The New Zealand UFO hoax
In 1952, ingenious students from Otago university designed a UFO hoax that fooled the nation.
10 amazing experiences in Dunedin/Ōtepoti that you cannot miss
Imagine a city where you can go from a brewery tour to the World’s steepest street within an hour? Or from New Zealand’s only castle to watching the rarest penguin? Here are the experiences in Dunedin that you cannot miss!
Best things to do in Middlemarch, Otago
Between Queenstown and Dunedin lies a land of awesome skies and country hospitality. Here are some of the top activities and attractions near Middlemarch.
Otago Rail Trail in Winter: The Return to Dunedin
A Winter Odyssey Day 7. Celebs, soggy tents and lingering thoughts…
Otago Rail Trail in Winter: Exploring Middlemarch and Sutton
A Winter Odyssey Day 6. Rocks, towel-mops and wet socks…
Otago Rail Trail in Winter: Daisybank to Middlemarch
A Winter Odyssey Day 5. A frozen dawn…
Otago Rail Trail in Winter: Oturehua to Daisybank
A Winter Odyssey Day 4. A winter wonderland…
Otago Rail Trail in Winter: Alexandra to Oturehua
A Winter Odyssey Day 3. Into the mists…
Otago Rail Trail in Winter: Clyde to Alexandra
A Winter Odyssey Day 2. The start of a lonely road…
Otago Rail Trail in Winter: Dunedin to Middlemarch
An Otago Odyssey Day 1. Ever thought of walking out the front door and seeing how far your legs can take you?