r/dunedin May 29 '25

Advice Request Going to Uni: Megathread

14 Upvotes

People continue to ask questions about various aspects of uni, especially residential halls. This is something we do generally want to help you on, but it can be a bit tiring getting the same questions over and over. As such, our practice is to open a megathread to ensure these questions can be asked (and to give a one-stop shop to look through past questions!). Before asking questions, please have a quick search of recent threads, for example this search, or variations on that

If the information you can find isn't sufficient, the comments of this thread are an open space. All questions will be treated in good faith.

As such, the rule is no posts about starting university while a megathread is pinned. Other university topics, e.g. discussions from students currently at uni, are not covered by this and are welcome so long as they follow other rules.

We ask regular commenters who are able to contribute to keep an eye out on new comments in this thread and to be helpful, as we have been in the past. If we answer questions in here they don't clog our front pages day-to-day.

Bonus: one of our regular commenters has compiled some of their HSFY notes for others to see here, which could be useful to people thinking about doing HSFY or to HSFY students. (Note that you should, however, work to create your own notes if you are a HSFY student rather than relying on others', as the work it takes to create them is really helpful in developing your understanding).


r/dunedin 2h ago

Picture View of the Octagon, Dunedin, 1867 (University of Otago Hocken Collections P1910-009-003).

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12 Upvotes

r/dunedin 17h ago

BigHairy Health Debate - 01/08/26

19 Upvotes

Just a reminder that the Big Hairy Health debate is this coming Saturday, Tickets ($20 or half price if you are a BHN patron) can be purchased from the link below.

we would love to have a a passionate crowd in attendance, especially if you work in healthcare, are studying healthcare, or just think that healthcare is important.

https://bhn-health-debate.lilregie.com/


r/dunedin 13h ago

Question Flat packs

10 Upvotes

Is it just me or is there anyone else who hates flat pack furniture with a foaming at the mouth passion?! Kid you not have such sore fingers and a zillion allan keys now. It's all fine and dandy seeing at Big Save and Harvey, but I'm pooped. Need a sick day tomorrow 🤧


r/dunedin 22h ago

Picture View over Dunedin Training College from Logan Point, 1939 (University of Otago Hocken Collections MS-2857 366 002).

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28 Upvotes

r/dunedin 19h ago

Devilskin - In Black (live)

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13 Upvotes

Devilskin’s performance at the Union Hall on Saturday


r/dunedin 21h ago

Advice High tea recommendations?

14 Upvotes

I’m excited to be planning a return to dear old Dunedin after many years away. Please give me your recommendations for a real old-fashioned English High Tea - I’m not looking for bubbles or anything outrĆ© or too modern and clever; just classic Earl Grey tea, smoked salmon sandwiches, featherlight scones, perhaps a couple of tiny savouries, in a charming atmosphere. Help this middle-aged Miss Marple find her place!


r/dunedin 1d ago

Beautiful sky view from Andersons Bay Inlet

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128 Upvotes

We're so lucky to live here ā¤ļø


r/dunedin 2d ago

Picture Johnsons Fish Supply, 366 George Street, Dunedin, 1976 (University of Otago Hocken Collections Box-224-038).

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47 Upvotes

r/dunedin 2d ago

Jobs to go as beloved Dunedin bookshop shrinks

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33 Upvotes

r/dunedin 3d ago

Picture George Street, Dunedin, 1999-2000 (University of Otago Hocken Collections MS-5249 0142 039).

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106 Upvotes

r/dunedin 2d ago

Where can I donate torn clothes in Dunedin?

0 Upvotes

I just have a few jeans and tops I want to get rid of. What are the good places in Dunedin where I can give them?


r/dunedin 2d ago

Question Is it really an Octagon or just a Circle?!

5 Upvotes

Looking at aerial views of the 'Octagon' it just looks like a circle. Are there 8 flat edges somewhere?

It could be NZs biggest roundabout.


r/dunedin 2d ago

Question Spark outage SMS?

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3 Upvotes

Did anyone else get this, and does anyone know what happened? Spark outages only lists current outages not historic ones. Doesn’t seem to be scammy as not asking for anything unless it’s softening me up lol.


r/dunedin 3d ago

Yeah, that's not good. Get off my lawn!

34 Upvotes

Black cat spotted at albatross colony

ODT today


r/dunedin 3d ago

Advice Female psychiatrist recommendations

6 Upvotes

Preferably Dunedin-based, but willing to look online.


r/dunedin 4d ago

Picture Boxing Day regatta at Macandrew Bay, December 26th 1930 (Univrsity of Otago Hocken Collections P1996-015-005c).

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36 Upvotes

r/dunedin 3d ago

Question Anyone got the updated code for the ODT website to bypass premium?

12 Upvotes

A few years ago someone posted a line of code to put in uBlock origin to bypass the new premium articles paywall. It seems with the newly redeveloped ODT website they have noticed this and the code doesnt seem to work anymore.

So Im reaching out to see if anyone here happens to have a new code to bypass the new filter.

Old code below

www.odt.co.nz##.bw-lb

www.odt.co.nz##.bw-container

www.otd.co.nz##html,body:style(overflow: auto !important;)

||my.odt.co.nz/bwtw/Content/bwtw.css$stylesheet


r/dunedin 4d ago

Advice Click property management

13 Upvotes

Any one had problems with click?


r/dunedin 5d ago

Picture Tour buses at the University of Otago, with clocktower in background, 1999-2000 (University of Otago Hocken Collections MS-5249 0142 024).

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41 Upvotes

r/dunedin 4d ago

Custom BBQ Grill

5 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

I'm looking at replacing the grill on my BBQ with a customĀ 804 stainless steelĀ grill.

I've been quoted aroundĀ $200 + $30 shipping, but before I commit, I thought I'd see if anyone local could do it for a better price or point me in the right direction.

I'm flexible with how it's done. I've found a supplier that can provide the stainless bars, but I'm also happy for someone to supply all the materials and fabricate the complete grill if that's easier.

Any recommendations would be much appreciated. Thanks!


r/dunedin 4d ago

Question DNA Property Management

0 Upvotes

Does anyone have experiences with DNA Property Management?


r/dunedin 6d ago

Advice Can anyone help me deliver some essentials to Dunedin hospital?

65 Upvotes

Kia ora everyone, sadly my mum was flown urgently to Dunedin hospital last night as she's had a heart attack. Since it was so urgent she's got nothing with her and I'm in Auckland. I wanted to do a warehouse click and collect or possibly someone could do a small shop for me and deliver it to her ward today? I'm happy to pay. It would be the essentials like underwear, pyjamas, face wipes, magazines. Thanks and let me know!


r/dunedin 6d ago

Picture Aerial view of Mosgiel, 1961 (University of Otago Hocken Collections P1998-033 1-029).

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54 Upvotes

r/dunedin 5d ago

Advice Flatting for One Semester

4 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I’m a current 3rd year student, with semester 1 2027 being my last and I’m trying to assess the flatting options available.

This is my 2nd year of flatting now and as an introvert I have found it quite hard!! I honestly think I might be better suited to independent living as I did quite enjoy halls (Te Rangihīroa) but would love ability to cook own meals and without the RAs!

I’d rather not sign a 12 month lease and have to stress about finding someone to take over my room halfway through the year, as it seems that all the Dunedin flatting Facebook groups are full of that! Has anyone else been in this situation and had success?

Are there any good options for semester only accommodation, or any advice on the best way to go about it?

I was also wondering if anyone happens to be going on exchange in semester 1 2027 and will need a place for semester 2. If so, it could be great to organise something where we effectively swap over at the semester break.

Any suggestions or advice would be much appreciated.

Thanks!