Shows
Muslim Chaplaincy Conversation127 - Sr Elkhansa Elbashier (Part 2)In today’s episode, we continue our interview with Sr Elkhansa Elbashier, originally from Sudan, a PhD student at the Department of Chemistry, University of Otago, and an Environmental Engineer at a firm in Qatar. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2026-03-1256 min
Talking Otago with ORCTalking Otago with ORC - 12-03-2026 - Wallaby Control - Gavin UdyWallaby Control - ORC Project Delivery Specialist Gavin Udy discusses the measures in place to control wallaby population in the south, and the importance of reporting any sighting.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2026-03-1108 min
iOUA caravan and a coffee machine - taking chaplaincy onto the film setKevin Denholm is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most successful commercial film directors, working for major brands such as Air New Zealand, Toyota and Whittaker’s. Alongside the commercial work, he and his wife Nikki produce documentaries on global humanitarian issues.Kevin is also an ordained Anglican Minister. Having been raised in a faith-based home, his father is also a minister, he naturally gravitated towards a pastoral care role in the film industry. When the pandemic struck, he reached out to see if anyone needed support – and the floodgates opened. He’s since set up his FilmChap...
2026-03-1132 min
Round The Boards03-03-2026 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope from Otago Peninsula Community Board updates us on topical issues of the day for Peninsula residents.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2026-03-0213 minMuslim Chaplaincy Conversation126 - Sr Elkhansa ElbashierIn today’s episode, we have an interview with Sr Elkhansa Elbashier, originally from Sudan, a PhD student at the Department of Chemistry, University of Otago, and an Environmental Engineer at a firm in Qatar. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2026-02-2654 minTalking Otago with ORCTalking Otago with ORC - 12-02-2026 - ECO Fund - Elodie LetendreECO Fund - Elodie Letendre, Environmental Funding Lead at ORC, introduces the annual ECO Fund round for community projects and offers some timely tips for those thinking of applying..
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2026-02-1106 min
iOUJuggling te reo Māori advocacy, Auckland council meetings and leading a new high schoolAt the end of 2025, we were lucky enough to find space in Dr Will Flavell’s diary to talk with him about his vision for te reo Māori, his work on the Auckland City Council and how it feels to be starting out as the newly-minted Principal of Te Kāpehu Whetū – Tamaki (a new charter high school). Will (Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Whātua, Tainui, Ngāti Maniapoto), talks about combining his teaching career with his local government career, his passion for te reo Māori and his love of working with rangitahi. Will graduated from the University o...
2026-02-0922 minMuslim Chaplaincy Conversation124 - Br Mohammad Al HamidIn today’s episode, we have an interview with Br Mohammad Al Hamid, a Syrian refugee who studies at Otago Polytechnic. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2026-01-2940 minMuslim Chaplaincy Conversation123 - Sr Shadrina AssagafIn today’s episode, we have an interview with Sr Shadrina Assagaf (known as ‘Nina’ to her friends), a PhD student at the Department of Psychology, University of Otago. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2026-01-1556 minRound The Boards19-12-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board chair Paul Pope reflects on 2025 and looks ahead to the holiday season and 2026.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-12-1812 min
Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 29 Self Care for Carers- What That Might Look LikeCarers are an amazing group of people who care for the family and friends very well, but they often fail to look after themselves. Yet the health and vitality of a person at the centre of a life event is really intrinsically linked to the health and vitality of the person that's caring for them. Listen for some ideas and resources to help keep yourself well while you care for someone else. Featuring Trish Fleming and Maxine Chapman from Hospice West AucklandWe would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback a...
2025-12-1643 min
iOUSustainable development and women’s empowerment leader Amanda Ellis on her high-flying careerSince graduating with First Class Honours in French and Economics from Otago, Amanda Ellis has travelled the world in high flying roles in government, industry and education. She describes herself as a passionate proponent of climate action, sustainable development, women's economic empowerment and leadership, and radical collaboration. Earlier in her career, Amanda’s roles included New Zealand UN Ambassador to Geneva, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Deputy Secretary, and she was the first woman to lead the New Zealand Aid Programme and New Zealand’s inaugural Ambassador for Women and Girls. She served as Lead Specialist Pove...
2025-12-0236 minMuslim Chaplaincy Conversation119 - Br Qasim Badri (Part 2)In today’s episode, we have the second part of our interview with Br Qasim Badri, a graduate student at the Department of Psychology, University of Otago. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-11-2056 min
iOUEditor, author, mother, lecturer – Lynley Edmeades shares her storiesIt’s been a busy year for Lynley Edmeades – Lynley is an author, an English lecturer at Otago, and editor of Aotearoa’s longest running arts and literary journal Landfall Tauraka. She is also the coordinator of the new Masters in Creative Writing launched at the University this year, and has just published her fourth book, Hiding Places. Recently, Lynley has helped organise celebrations for Landfall Tauraka's 250th edition. An Otago alumna, Lynley talks to iOU about being a student at Otago, all her day jobs, her new book and how she manages to fit everything in.
2025-11-0424 minTalking Otago with ORCTalking Otago with ORC - 25-09-2025 - Changes to bus fares - Julian PhillipsChanges to bus fares - ORC Transport Implementation Lead Julian Phillips explains changes to bus fares in Dunedin and Queenstown, coming into effect on 29 September.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-09-2405 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 23-09-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope updates us on Otago Peninsula events and initiatives.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-09-2212 minMuslim Chaplaincy Conversation115 - Br Qasim Badri (Part 1)In today’s episode, we have an interview with Br Qasim Badri, a graduate student at the Department of Psychology, University of Otago. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-09-1259 minTalking Otago with ORCTalking Otago with ORC - 28-08-2025 - Otago Regional Council Elections - Amanda VercoeOtago Regional Council Elections - ORC Deputy CEO Amanda Vercoe outlines the process for this year's local body elections.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-08-2707 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 26-08-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Chairman Paul Pope reflects on the past term with the board and some of the key issues faced over the three years.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-08-2511 minTalking Otago with ORCTalking Otago with ORC - 31-07-2025 - New process for reporting pest sightings - Sophie Gibson-PinnNew process for reporting pest sightings - ORC Community coordinator Biosecurity Sophie Gibson-Pinn outlines a new way to report priority pests via an online form.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-07-3006 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 29-07-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope from Otago Peninsula Community Board updates us on local issues.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-07-2813 minMuslim Chaplaincy Conversation112 - Israel/US war on Iran (Part 2)In today’s episode, we continue our interview with Dr Najib Lafraie about the recent war of Israel and the US on Iran. Dr Lafraie is a retired Senior Lecturer of Politics, University of Otago; and the producer of Muslim Chaplaincy Conversation. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-07-1856 minMuslim Chaplaincy Conversation111 - Israel/US war on Iran (Part 1)In today’s episode, we have an interview with Dr Najib Lafraie about the recent war of Israel and the US on Iran. Dr Lafraie is a retired Senior Lecturer of Politics, University of Otago; and the producer of Muslim Chaplaincy Conversation. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-07-0456 minTalking Otago with ORCTalking Otago with ORC - 03-07-2025 - Standing for ORC in Local Body Elections - Amanda VercoeStanding for ORC in Local Body Elections - Amanda Vercoe.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-07-0210 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 01-07-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope from Otago Peninsula Community Board provides an overview of Peninsula and Board happenings.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-06-3009 minMuslim Chaplaincy Conversation110 - Br Difa Farhani HakimIn today’s episode, we have an interview with Br Difa Farhani Hakim, a PhD student at the Department of Physics, University of Otago, originally from Indonesia. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-06-1956 minTalking Otago with ORCTalking Otago with ORC - 05-06-2025 - On Demand Bus Service and Bus Route and Timetable Changes - Julian PhilipsOn Demand Bus Service and Bus Route and Timetable Changes - Julian Philips, Otago Regional Council implementation lead for public transport, outlines some upcoming initiatives, including an on demand service for Mosgiel and bus route changes in Dunedin.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2025-06-0406 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 03-06-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopePaul Pope from Otago Peninsula Community Board discusses Peninsula news, including community concerns over recent announcements about zoning for Queen's High School.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-06-0213 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 06-05-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope reports on the latest from the Otago Peninsula Community Board.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-05-0509 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 08-04-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope updates us on news from Otago Peninsula Community Board.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-04-0711 min
iOUTaking the gondola homeIn the winter, Otago MBA and Physical Education graduate Bridget Legnavsky starts her day with a cross-country ski with her dog before work and ends it by taking the gondola home. Bridget is President and CEO of Sugar Bowl ski resort in Tahoe, California, a role she began in 2022 after working as General Manager at Cardrona Alpine Resort and Treble Cone Ski Resort in Wānaka since 2014.Bridget talks about why she and her family decided it was time for an adventure, how she fitted the MBA Online programme around her busy life, her wide-ranging experience in c...
2025-03-1727 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 11-02-2025 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope from Otago Peninsula Community Board reports back from the Board's first meeting of 2025.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2025-02-1013 min
iOURiding the electric wave in AfricaAt Otago, Law, Chinese Language and Political Studies graduate Josh Whale embraced Dunedin’s university culture – he joined the tramping and rowing clubs, met his future wife Claire at a concert in the student union, and went on two student exchanges. After six years in intellectual property law in China, and influenced by Al Gore’s documentary on climate change, An Inconvenient Truth, Josh decided to make the leap and set up Ampersand, an EV energy tech start-up, in Kigali, Rwanda. Josh began by developing electric motorcycles powered by smart AI optimized batteries suited to Africa’s tough ro...
2025-01-2124 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 20-12-2024 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - community Board chair Paul Pope reflects on 2024 and looks ahead to 2025.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2024-12-1914 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 12-11-2024 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope updates us on the latest news from the Otago Peninsula Community Board.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2024-11-1110 min
iOUFrom small-town values to world-leading techIn this wide-ranging kōrero, Marketing graduate Steven Renata traverses small-town values, rugby, failing and then finding himself at Otago, discovering aerobics and travelling the world with Les Mills International, coming home and launching himself into the world of tech.Today, Steven is Kaiwhakahaere Matua | Managing Director CEO of Kiwa Digital, a Māori-led creative agency that develops technology to amplify indigenous voices, stories and cultures, including the pioneering VoiceQ software used for dubbing hits such as Squid Game and The Lion King to te reo Māori and its sister software, CultureQ, which is enhancing cultural cap...
2024-11-1140 min
iOULanding planes in AntarcticaWhen we caught up with British Polar Medal recipient Agnieszka Fryckowska, she had just stepped off the plane after her 20th season working in Antarctica for British Antarctic Survey and latterly White Desert adventure company. An Otago science graduate, Agnieszka talks about the challenges of being a runway manager on the ice, her experiences as a station leader wintering over with her team, and receiving the Polar Medal from the Queen. Grounded during the pandemic, Agnieszka also helped run first-class lounges in hospitals as a haven for NHS staff.
2024-10-2422 minRound The BoardsRound The Boards - 15-10-2024 - Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul PopeOtago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope reflects on the community response to the recent weather event, which saw several slips on Otago Peninsula.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
2024-10-1415 min
iOUFrom Samoa to the snowNow working across the Pacific as an International Nutrition specialist for the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, Darryl Pupi takes us on his journey from school in Samoa to studying Human Nutrition at Otago. Darryl is also one of our inaugural 20Twenties Young Alumni Award winners, in recognition of his contribution to health and wellbeing through leadership and innovation in nutrition programmes. Just to note, due to an unstable internet connection from his base in Samoa, the sound quality in the podcast varies – Darryl says it’s all part of the challenges he faces in his work...
2024-10-0923 min
iOUA star in my handbagKim Arcand has, literally, an out-of-this-world job as a visualisation scientist and technologist for NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory, operated by the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory in Massachusetts. Kim is an innovator in storytelling about space and stars, (specifically astronomy data visualisation, 3D printing and virtual reality), creating a sensory understanding of the universe for everyone from children to those with low vision. Kim talks about her work, her Otago PhD, and never leaving home without a star in her handbag!
2024-09-1130 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 28 Dementia With DignityMany family are supporting someone to stay at home while they live with dementia. In this interview with Lyneta Russell from Alzheimers New Zealand we look at some of the tools available to support their family member to live with dignity and retain what control they canWe would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram
2024-07-0237 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 27 Whānau Manaaki Māori know what's right for their own whānau and care for their whānau beautifully. However for some there may be a disconnection from their whakapapa, from their iwi, from their tikanga. This conversation with Diane Perenara, nurse, and Equity and Partnerships Manager at Arohanui Hospice, discusses reconnecting and shares a website that is dedicated to supporting Māori whānau providing care to adults and kaumatua at the end of life while taking care of their whānau.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for fut...
2024-07-0219 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 26 - Four Things to Say When Someone is DyingFour simple phrases: “Please forgive me,” “I forgive you,” “Thank you,” and “I love you” — carry enormous power to mend and nurture our relationships and inner lives. In this conversation with Dr. Ira Byock he explains how we can practice these phrases in our day to day lives and the impact they can have. Dr. Ira Byock is a palliative care physician from the USA and the author of three books - "Dying Well", "The Best Care Possible" and "The Four Things That Matter Most" the topic he discusses with us today. This is an extended length episode...
2024-06-2740 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 25 - Life Stories and Other Memory GiftsWriting a biography is one way of celebrating a life that can bring pleasure to both the person telling their story and to those who treasure the record they have to remember them by. This episode explains why this can mean so much and offers tips on how to go about recording someone's story.There are also suggestions that might appeal for creating memory bears, cushions, or other memory gifts. A guide for planning your biography is available on the Otago Community Hospice WebsiteWe would love to hear from you. Click here to se...
2024-03-0721 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 24 - Helping Someone Move SafelyWhen we are caring for another person we often need to help them move around. This episode offers some advice on some of the things you can do to protect yourself while helping them to move between furniture, or in a bed, safely. Please also follow this link to watch videos on assisting someone, and also on giving someone a bath or hair wash in bed. https://www.youtube.com/@otagocommunityhospice817/videos We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics.
2024-03-0721 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 23 - Can We Talk? Opening Up Conversations About DyingWe often find when someone is dying they or their family struggle to talk about it. People may be reluctant to start a conversation or they may want to talk but just don't know how. This interview with Dr Kathryn Mannix shares some stories from her own experiences and offers ways to initiate a conversation, or perhaps a way to be comfortable with letting that conversation go. Dr. Kathryn Mannix is a palliative care physician from the UK dedicated to supporting public understanding and discussion of dying. Kathryn is also the author of two books - 'With th...
2024-01-1950 min
The Otago ChroniclesThe Grey AreaDr Neil Pickering from Otago's Bioethics centre takes two simple scenarios of medical decision making, and then sends it all into uncertainty, as he looks at the grey area in between.
2023-11-0210 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 20 - Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults Going Through GriefTeenagers and young adults might already find life complicated, so adding in loss and grief can be especially challenging. Maintaining relationships is a key starting point to supporting them through this time. Featuring Paul McOnie, a counsellor at Cranford Hospice who has experience working with children and adolescents through grief and loss.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via ou...
2023-09-0721 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEP 19 - Children in GriefWe often want to protect children from grief, but this is not always possible, or desirable. Children need to be supported to process their grief in an age appropriate way. We share some suggestions for how to best meet the needs of your child. Featuring Paul McCone, a counsellor at Cranford Hospice who has experience working with children and adolescents through grief and loss.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be f...
2023-09-0728 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 21 - Moving Into Aged Care - Practical TipsHaving to transition into aged care is a challenge many of us will face. We explore very practical tips and ideas to make this transition easier.Featuring Sally Fleming, a Nurse Practitioner specialising in palliative care in an aged care setting.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endinglifewell@otagohospice...
2023-09-0728 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 22 - Moving Into Aged Care - The Emotional ImpactWhen someone we care for moves into aged care it can have an impact on us as well as the person moving in. This episode identifies some of the ways this can surface, and tips for dealing with the challenges ahead. Featuring Sally Fleming, a Nurse Practitioner specialising in palliative care in an aged care setting. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out mo...
2023-09-0727 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 18 - Relationships and Intimacy at the End of LifeRelationships and Intimacy at the End of LifeRelationships can be challenging at the best of time. So when a loved one gets a terminal diagnosis, it’s a tough time for many. The power of touch, connection and intimacy during this journey can be significant to both carer and patient. We shares some ideas to help you sustain your relationship. Featuring Clare Greensmith, a registered psychotherapist with a working interest in relationships and intimacy at the end of life.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us...
2023-09-0623 min
SightlinesSightlines - 03-08-2023 - Show 26 - Otago Art Society, past and presentShow 26 - Otago Art Society, past and present - Otago Art Society past presidents Doug Hart and Jenny Longstaff discuss the illustrious 147-year history of the OAS, and the impressive programme of exhibitions they currently manage each year. Hear how the Society has gradually evolved into the lively and inclusive organisation it is today.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2023-08-0325 min
The Otago ChroniclesWhale WatchingFor decades people have been studying sperm whales off the South Island's Kaikōura coast. Now Dr Will Rayment and his team follow the whales south, into the chilly waters of Otago
2022-09-0811 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 16 - Guided Relaxation TechniqueThis six minute recording can help with feelings of anxiety or a busy mind.It can be listened to whenever is most convenient for you, however a good time is just before bed, or before something you expect to be challenging.Once you have become familiar with the recording you can start to practice the technique on your own so you can draw on it, even when you don’t have the recording handy.Additionally this is particularly useful for those dealing with COPDWe would love to hear from you. Cl...
2022-08-1107 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 17 - Guided Relaxation and VisualisationThis relaxation and visualisation recording can help with feelings of anxiety or a busy mind. It is also particularly useful for those dealing with COPD.It uses imagery to create a positive experience in your mind and body. It can be listened to whenever is most convenient for you, however a good time is just before bed, or before something you expect to be challenging.We recommend listening to this a couple of times a day to begin with to help reduce existing background levels of stress. We wou...
2022-08-1107 min
Sideways: The Life of WineCentral Otago is BeautifulA thousand apologies from Rex and I for the back and forth as to what this episode should be titled and what content it should have in it. We started out with best intentions to talk about the wines, wineries, and winemakers of Central Otago but we thought we'd start with talking about the physical make up and the beauty of Central Otago. Rex takes us on a journey through the aspects of Central Otago that make it unique and special for the growing of pinot noir grapes and the making of wine. He talks about the climate, the...
2022-06-2735 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 14 - Covering Off Legal MattersWhat you need to know about Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney, in New ZealandAn interview with Jenny Guthrie, a senior partner at Wilkinson Rogers Law. Jenny has also been involved with the board of Otago Hospice for the last 25 year.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endinglifewell@otagohospice...
2022-06-0920 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 15 - Funeral PlanningMaking some choices in advance is crucial, and can help your patient as well. Don’t leave this planning to the last minute, we’ve got lots of tips on how a funeral can be run.An interview with Clark Campbell, a fourth generation funeral director.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Emai...
2022-06-0726 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 13 - Myths around Morphine and other MedsThere are plenty of myths around about Hospice and use of Morphine – but this episode explodes those myths, and details how meds work at the end of life.An interview with Dr Chris Hopkins, a palliative care doctor at Otago Community Hospice. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endinglifewell@otagohospice.co...
2022-06-0728 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 5 - Carer & Patient FatigueThis is a very tiring journey – learn about why you as a carer are feeling so tired, and how you can manage your and your patient’s fatigue.An interview with with Christine Pacey, an occupational therapist and palliative care team leader in Central Otago. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: e...
2022-06-0718 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 1 - Carers - How To Keep Yourself WellWhen looking after a loved one, looking after yourself is a priority too.An interview with Sue Walton, a palliative care nurse specialist at Otago Community Hospice We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endinglifewell@otagohospice.co.nz
2022-06-0716 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 12 - Different Forms Of Grief & Some Helpful ToolsYour world has turned topsy turvy. This episode provides are some key actions to help you stay the right way up. An interview with Stefan Petersohn, a counsellor who works alongside both young people and with those dealing with grief. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endinglifewell@otagohospice.co.nz ...
2022-06-0720 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 11 - BreathlessnessOften patients will experience breathlessness; we give you tips and techniques for dealing with breathlessness, so you are prepared.An interview with Christina Bowen, an Occupational Therapist and Palliative Care Coordinator with a wealth of experience in managing breathlessness. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endinglifewell@otagohospice.co.nz...
2022-06-0724 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 10 - Finding Meaning - The Importance Of SelfThese days of caring for someone you love who is dying will be hard. But it is important to ensure you find some meaning in your day-to-day actions.An interview with Noeleen Christey, a spiritual care coordinator in palliative care, with a background of a Bachelors of theology. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram
2022-06-0720 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 9 - What Does Grief Look LikeGrief has so many different forms of expression; it’s not always about crying. Learn to recognise how your and others grief is conveyed.An interview with Shireen Tresslor, a counsellor with a health psychology background and a long term interest in grief and loss, especially around chronic or terminal disease. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, fac...
2022-06-0720 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 8 - Advance Care PlanningEvery decision you make in advance will help make everything easier later. This episode is a must listen for carer’s and family members.An interview with Glenda Hall, a senior palliative care nurse and educator with a long-term interest in advanced care planning. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endi...
2022-06-0717 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 7 - What To Expect At The End Of LifeWhat does dying look like? And what do I need to do at the time of death?An interview with Louisa Ingham, a Nurse Practitioner in palliative care. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endinglifewell@otagohospice.co.nz
2022-06-0728 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 6 - Rest, Relax, SleepYou need to ensure that you rest, relax and sleep – we provide some ideas about how to fit this into your carer’s schedule, without letting your patient down.An interview with Christine Pacey, an occupational therapist and palliative care team leader in Central Otago. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: e...
2022-06-0718 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 4 - Grief & LossGrief is different for everybody. There are no clear guidelines, but we have some advice for adapting to the grief you are feeling.An interview with Sue Lewis, a counsellor with a particular interest in working with grief and loss. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: endinglifewell@otagohospice.c...
2022-06-0722 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 3 - Pills & Potions - Managing The MedsThe meds on this journey can be confusing and overwhelming – we provide tips on managing new, different and changing medications.An interview with Nik Wild, a pharmacist for over 30 years who has been involved with hospice for over 15 years and has an l in-depth understanding of palliative and end of life medications We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our web...
2022-06-0712 minEnding Life Well. A podcast series for carersEp 2 - Small and Tasty - Tempting Someone To EatMeals can become difficult at end of life – learn about the signs of when to encourage someone to eat, knowing when to let them be, and meeting the food desires of your patient.An interview with Dr. Sue MacDonell, a dietitian with a wealth of experience in palliative nutrition.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or in...
2022-06-0722 min
A Maverick Traveller: The Podcasts of Mary Jane WalkerOtago's Dry CentreBETWEEN Queenstown, where I live, and Dunedin, there’s an aridly picturesque region called Central Otago.
Central Otago is a rain-shadow region, kept dry by the blocking effect of the high mountains around Queenstown. It looks a lot like Outback Australia or parts of the Middle East that I’ve been to. Some call it a desert, though there are a few too many trees and shrubs for that to be literally true.
Though the average year-round temperature isn’t high in Otago as compared to Outback Australia or the Middle East, it gets pretty hot un...
2021-06-0711 min
Kilts and KiwiKilts and Kiwis - 07-08-2020 - Stories of Our Early SettlerSean Brosnahan, curator at Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, joins us to share stories of the intriguing people and places behind the fascinating series he presents - Curators Corner. Find out more about his latest exciting project - Journey to New Edinburgh. Broadcast on OAR FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
2020-08-0700 min
Interpreting Wine PodcastEp 233: Central Otago Masterclass with Rebecca Gibb MW, Flavours of New Zealand 2019 (5/7)If you know someone who would find this episode useful please share the direct link: www.interpretingwine.com/233 If you really found it useful please leave the episode an iTunes review on the same link. Thanks! 👌👌 Slides online here: www.slideshare.net/okayuk/central-otago-masterclass-with-rebecca-gibb-mw Slides 2 New Zealand overview map High level figures of Central Otago production Key varieties Regional map Burn Cottage Vineyard Riesling/Gruner Veltliner 2016, Central Otago (Cromwell). Liberty Wines, £47.99 Carrick Brannockburn Chardonnay 2016, Central Otago. Enotria & Coe, £19.00 Akitu A1 Pinot Noir 2016, Central Otago (Wanaka). Mentzendorff & Co. Ltd. £40.00 Amisfield...
2019-02-2239 min
EATT Magazine podcastTaste the latest Pinot from Central OtagoTaste the latest Pinot from Central Otago with Chris and Cullen for lunch
EATT Gourmet with a Pinot from Central Otago where before lunch even starts Chris spills a few beans about the naming of the Bendigo region, home of the Bendigo wines.
Bendigo wine a the name of a block of vines known as the Gibbston Valley Winery Bendigo West Vineyard and the Bendigo east vineyard.
Starters from the Gibbston Valley Restaurant Menu
The Gibbston Valley Winery Restaurant merges stunning surrounds with the elegant beauty of wine and food.
Prepared by Head Chef Anthony Gradiska, the seasonal menu features...
2017-11-1527 min
Humanities LecturesMeet the 2016 Otago FellowsThe 2016 University of Otago Fellows: Victor Rodger (Robert Burns Fellow), Miranda Parkes (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Chris Gendall (Mozart Fellow), val smith (Caroline Plummer Fellow in Community Dance), and Barbara Else (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children’s Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts. 17 July 2016
2016-07-1600 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2016 Otago FellowsThe 2016 University of Otago Fellows: Victor Rodger (Robert Burns Fellow), Miranda Parkes (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Chris Gendall (Mozart Fellow), val smith (Caroline Plummer Fellow in Community Dance), and Barbara Else (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children’s Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts. 17 July 2016
2016-07-1600 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2015 Otago FellowsThe 2015 University of Otago Fellows: Louise Wallace (Robert Burns Fellow), John Ward Knox (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Jeremy Mayall (Mozart Fellow), Uzoamaka Nwankpa (Caroline Plummer Fellow in Community Dance), and Robyn Belton (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children’s Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts and former General Manager at Fortune Theatre. Jennifer Beck who is sharing the University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children’s Writer in Residence, was unable to attend. 12 July 2015
2015-07-1100 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2015 Otago FellowsThe 2015 University of Otago Fellows: Louise Wallace (Robert Burns Fellow), John Ward Knox (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Jeremy Mayall (Mozart Fellow), Uzoamaka Nwankpa (Caroline Plummer Fellow in Community Dance), and Robyn Belton (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children’s Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts and former General Manager at Fortune Theatre. Jennifer Beck who is sharing the University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children’s Writer in Residence, was unable to attend. 12 July 2015
2015-07-1100 minHumanities LecturesMatariki Humanities Colloquium 2014: Communicating the Humanities: a perspective from the University of OtagoThis lecture, given by Professor Tony Ballantyne, Head of the Department of History and Art History, University of Otago, explores some of the challenges and opportunities that are facing scholars in the Humanities in New Zealand. It is particularly concerned with questions of communication, from the classroom to policy debates, from the changing infrastructure for publication and review to questions of language itself. In exploring these issues, it argues for the continued importance of some key aspects of the traditional idea of the University (especially 'the lecture'), makes the case for a much more co-ordinated drive to make Humanities research...
2014-12-0700 minHumanities LecturesMatariki Humanities Colloquium 2014: Communicating the Humanities: a perspective from the University of OtagoThis lecture, given by Professor Tony Ballantyne, Head of the Department of History and Art History, University of Otago, explores some of the challenges and opportunities that are facing scholars in the Humanities in New Zealand. It is particularly concerned with questions of communication, from the classroom to policy debates, from the changing infrastructure for publication and review to questions of language itself. In exploring these issues, it argues for the continued importance of some key aspects of the traditional idea of the University (especially 'the lecture'), makes the case for a much more co-ordinated drive to make Humanities research...
2014-12-0700 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2014 Otago FellowsThe 2014 University of Otago Arts Fellows: Majella Cullinane (Robert Burns Fellow), Patrick Lundberg (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Jeremy Mayall (Mozart Fellow), Louise Potiki Bryant (Caroline Plummer Fellow in Community Dance), and Melinda Szymanik (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children's Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts and former General Manager at Fortune Theatre. 13 July 2014
2014-07-1200 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2014 Otago FellowsThe 2014 University of Otago Arts Fellows: Majella Cullinane (Robert Burns Fellow), Patrick Lundberg (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Jeremy Mayall (Mozart Fellow), Louise Potiki Bryant (Caroline Plummer Fellow in Community Dance), and Melinda Szymanik (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children's Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts and former General Manager at Fortune Theatre. 13 July 2014
2014-07-1200 min
Sciences LecturesBeyond University of Otago: one graduate's storyDr AnnMarie Oien completed her PhD in physics at Otago in 1996. after that things got really interesting.... AnnMarie talks about her journey, working in the US. AnnMarie is currently President of the Alumni of University of Otago in Amercia, Inc
2013-11-2500 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2012 Otago FellowsThe 2012 University of Otago Arts Fellows: Emma Neale (Robert Burns Fellow), Nick Austin (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Robbie Ellis (Mozart Fellow), and James Norcliffe (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children's Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts and former General Manager at Fortune Theatre. 22 July 2012
2013-08-2100 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2013 Otago FellowsThe 2013 University of Otago Arts Fellows: David Howard (Robert Burns Fellow), Zina Swanson (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Samuel Holloway (Mozart Fellow), Hahna Briggs (Caroline Plummer Fellow in Community Dance), and Leonie Agnew (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children's Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts and former General Manager at Fortune Theatre. 14 July 2013
2013-08-2100 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2013 Otago FellowsThe 2013 University of Otago Arts Fellows: David Howard (Robert Burns Fellow), Zina Swanson (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Samuel Holloway (Mozart Fellow), Hahna Briggs (Caroline Plummer Fellow in Community Dance), and Leonie Agnew (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children's Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts and former General Manager at Fortune Theatre. 14 July 2013
2013-08-2100 minHumanities LecturesMeet the 2012 Otago FellowsThe 2012 University of Otago Arts Fellows: Emma Neale (Robert Burns Fellow), Nick Austin (Frances Hodgkins Fellow), Robbie Ellis (Mozart Fellow), and James Norcliffe (University of Otago College of Education/Creative New Zealand Children's Writer in Residence) discuss their work and aspects of the creative process. Chaired by Nicholas McBryde, the Director of the Otago Festival of the Arts and former General Manager at Fortune Theatre. 22 July 2012
2013-08-2100 minHumanities LecturesIPL: Professor Tony Ballantyne - Knowledge and Communication in Colonial OtagoProfessor Tony Ballantyne presents his Inaugural Professorial Lecture on the topic of “Knowledge and Communication in Colonial Otago”. 8 May 2012
2012-07-0300 minHumanities LecturesIPL: Professor Tony Ballantyne - Knowledge and Communication in Colonial OtagoProfessor Tony Ballantyne presents his Inaugural Professorial Lecture on the topic of “Knowledge and Communication in Colonial Otago”. 8 May 2012
2012-07-0300 minHumanities LecturesOn Shaky Ground - earthquakes and their consequencesPublic forum held 31 May, 2011.
Rev Dr Peter Carrell (Director of Education, Theology House, Diocese of Christchurch), Karen Clements (Area Manager, Red Cross Otago), Dr Andrew Gorman (Department of Geology, University of Otago), Sarah Hexamer (Co-ordinator, Neighbourhood Support Otago), Dr Caroline Orchiston (School of Business, University of Otago), Sue Russell (Executive Officer, Council of Social Services, Dunedin)
2011-06-3000 minHumanities LecturesOn Shaky Ground - earthquakes and their consequencesPublic forum held 31 May, 2011.
Rev Dr Peter Carrell (Director of Education, Theology House, Diocese of Christchurch), Karen Clements (Area Manager, Red Cross Otago), Dr Andrew Gorman (Department of Geology, University of Otago), Sarah Hexamer (Co-ordinator, Neighbourhood Support Otago), Dr Caroline Orchiston (School of Business, University of Otago), Sue Russell (Executive Officer, Council of Social Services, Dunedin)
2011-06-3000 min
Life at OtagoOtago Denistry - TV Advert Campaign 20112011 University of Otago television commercials. On air from Monday 6 June, 2011.
2011-06-2200 minLife at OtagoOtago Music - TV Advert Campaign 20112011 University of Otago television commercials. On air from Monday 6 June, 2011.
2011-06-2200 minLife at OtagoOtago Polaris - TV Advert Campaign 20112011 University of Otago television commercials. On air from Monday 6 June, 2011.
2011-06-2200 minLife at OtagoUniversity of Otago Three Minute Thesis CompetitionWatch the final stage of the first University of Otago Three Minute Thesis Competition.
Could you explain a doctoral research project to your granny, a journalist or your old schoolmates in three minutes or less?
2010-04-2900 minLife at OtagoBeing a PhD student at the Univeristy of Otago ChristchurchA short film about PhD student life at the University of Otago's Christchurch campus.
2009-08-2400 min2008-05-1500 min
IT SeminarsDeveloping a Digital Institutional Repository at OtagoHot topic, cool technology! Digital institutional repositories have become a hot topic in the last two years. An increasing number of universities are implementing them, because they provide valuable tools for scholarly communication and for enhancing the visibility and impact of research in the global community. The University of Otago is no exception and has successfully implemented three repositories since November 2005, through a project led by the School of Business in collaboration with the University Library and ITS. Come and hear the story, go live online to see the results and share in discussion about the issues. Presenters: Dr Graham...
2006-07-0600 min