Dunedin students celebrate St Patrick's Day with chaos

Dunedin university students began St Patrick’s Day celebrations early, with many starting before 6am. Activities included binge drinking, fireworks, and couch fires, with reports of a barbecued wallaby prompting police investigation. Logan Park High School alerted parents about anti-social behavior impacting student safety. No arrests were made by midday, despite the chaotic celebrations. Popular drinking challenges among students included “six before six” and “wine before 9.”