Waimatua Hall to close for good
Waimatua Hall to close for good
Southland will soon farewell another community hall.
Luisa Girao
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Polytech changes spark SIT independence push
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Polytech changes spark SIT independence push
The Tertiary Education Commission's deputy chief executive says no polytechnic is financially sustainable enough to become a stand-alone institution.
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Ambulance officers go on strike
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Ambulance officers go on strike
A group of ambulance officers took to the streets of Invercargill yesterday to fight for better pay conditions.
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The smiles on the faces the best thing for Olympian
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The smiles on the faces the best thing for Olympian
Seeing the big smiles of the children across Southland is the best part of being a double gold Olympic medallist for Alena Saili.
35% more parking tickets issued in year
35% more parking tickets issued in year
Invercargill drivers may be feeling the pinch as the city council issued about 35% more parking tickets this year.
Southland fans rejoice after victorious Stag Day
Southland fans rejoice after victorious Stag Day
A maroon crowd filled Rugby Park Stadium in Invercargill on Saturday to watch the Southland Stags’ long-awaited victory over Otago to kick off the NPC season.
75 years of dedication to their community
75 years of dedication to their community
A pair of firefighters from Thornbury are celebrating a combined 75 years of volunteering service, passion for their community and camaraderie.
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Transforming trauma into art an award-winning experience
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Transforming trauma into art an award-winning experience
Art has the power to transform the most traumatic experiences into something beautiful — and an Invercargill artist decided to make that happen by drawing her own history.
Southland supporters revel in derby win
Southland supporters revel in derby win
A maroon crowd filled the Rugby Park stadium in Invercargill on Saturday to watch the Southland Stags achieve a long-awaited victory over Otago at the start of the NPC season.
The rock ’n’ roll life starts young
The rock ’n’ roll life starts young
Invercargill girl Elianah Harrison, 6, has been attending and watching Invercargill Rock ‘n’ Roll club performances since she was 3.
SIT gets shot to regain its autonomy
SIT gets shot to regain its autonomy
Invercargill's MP says the ball is in the Southern Institute of Technology’s (SIT) court for it to regain its autonomy and "stand on its own" after the latest government shake-up.
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Weather, market hits oyster catch
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Weather, market hits oyster catch
With about three weeks to go, the manager of an oyster company says the season has been challenging and tough for the industry.
Antlers up! Withy set for challenge
Antlers up! Withy set for challenge
Hailed by many as one of the best our region has seen, Sean Withy is back home — and bleeding maroon.
‘Beautiful day’ for annual plunge
‘Beautiful day’ for annual plunge
Hardy souls braved the cold water of Lake Te Anau to raise money — while having a lot of fun.
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Carving skills shared across generations
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Carving skills shared across generations
A father and son pairing of carvers from the Cook Islands came together last year to share their skills, culture and passion with a younger generation.
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Vining calls for removal of community board
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Vining calls for removal of community board
Melissa Vining believes the Oreti Community Board is not listening to the people of Winton and wants an interim board installed.
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Thrill-seeking 90-year-old takes to the skies
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Thrill-seeking 90-year-old takes to the skies
The sky is not the limit for a 90-year-old Invercargill woman.
Footballers have ultimate goal to go pro
Footballers have ultimate goal to go pro
Two Southland teenagers have scored a big goal in their careers — which will hopefully lead to a professional level.
Medal moment
Medal moment
History was made yesterday for Southland and the girl responsible for that feels lucky and grateful for such achievement.
Event caters to people in need
Event caters to people in need
From haircuts and massages to food and a hot cuppa— a variety of services were provided to those most in need in Southland’s community last weekend.