Dunedin

2024 - 5 - 24

Dunedin's Quirky Chronicles: Homelessness, Air Travel Mishaps, and Rugby Triumphs

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Discover the tale of Dunedin's homeless crisis, passengers' travel ordeal, and a rugby victory!

Dunedin, a city filled with contrasts and adventures, recently faced a homeless crisis as temperatures dropped to 9°C, shrouded in a misty atmosphere. An advocate proclaimed a message of unity amidst a tent village, symbolizing the city's resilience. Meanwhile, Air New Zealand passengers experienced a five-hour journey that unexpectedly led them to nowhere instead of Dunedin. The unexpected twist left them stranded on a four-and-a-half-hour flight, turning their short hop into an unexpected odyssey. On a lighter note, Dunedin celebrated a triumph in rugby, defeating the Union pack in a spirited match. Despite kicking off against the wind, Dunedin's relentless attack secured victory, showcasing their sporting prowess.

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Dunedin's homeless crisis: Inside the city's rough sleeping camp (New Zealand Herald)

As the mercury hung around 9C and a pervasive mist clung to the city, an advocate pitched a sign on the outskirts of a tent village which read: 'Our people.

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Air New Zealand passengers' five-hour ordeal to Dunedin, end up in ... (New Zealand Herald)

Yesterday, Auckland passengers expecting a short hop to Dunedin ended up trapped on a four-and-a-half hour service to nowhere. NZ671 departed Auckland at...

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Dunedin reach their destiny (Otago Daily Times)

The lighter Union pack was no match for Dunedin, and the Reds were defeated. Union kicked off against the wind, but Dunedin attacked, and in the first few ...

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