Toys made by Otago Corrections Facility prisoners for children staying in Dunedin Hospital for Christmas. Last year’s offering at Dunedin Hospital came under fire from a patient, whose meal of ham and two small potatoes failed to satisfy. The hospital aimed to provide special meals for patients on Christmas Day, to create a special day for those unable to be at home. Normal daily food costs for prisoners came to $9.80, but on Christmas Day this would be increased to $11.10. The toys were given to children staying in Dunedin Hospital for Christmas.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 23, 2025 22:01 UTC