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Southland mum killed in crash should not have been driving

Southland mum killed in crash should not have been driving

A coroner has highlighted the dangers of not taking medication for epilepsy and then driving after a crash in Riverton killed a young mother.

Councillor tees off his mayoralty bid

Councillor tees off his mayoralty bid

Fifth-term Invercargill city councillor Ian Pottinger has announced his bid for the Invercargill mayoralty in this year’s election.

Idea to drop lake levels criticised

A pristine southern lake could suffer lasting damage if a push for more power generation leads to lower lake levels, an esteemed conservationist says.

Deep low forecast to bring stormy weather to South

Southlanders are being urged to brace themselves for stormy weather tomorrow as a deep low passes over the South Island.

‘Cuisine’ recognition ‘pretty, pretty special’ for French

‘Cuisine’ recognition ‘pretty, pretty special’ for French

When Kate French was younger, she was constantly asked if working in a cafe was her holiday job.

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Weather fails to dampen pipers’ spirits

The host pipe band, the ILT City of Invercargill Highland Pipe Band, during the street march at...

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Weather fails to dampen pipers’ spirits

The wet weather in Invercargill on Saturday did not dampen the spirits of the pipe bands that competed on the last day of this year’s New Zealand Pipe Band Championship.

'Another disgusting incident and I'm sick of it'

A decision to continue allowing vehicles on beaches in the Catlins will be revisited after a "disgusting" incident involving motorists harassing an endangered sea lion.

Solo traveller (80) part of growing group

Invercargill woman Barbara Roff, 80, has visited 61 countries and most of those trips she took...

Solo traveller (80) part of growing group

An 80-year-old Invercargill woman is not scared of travelling alone and says the memories she gained during her trips are her best treasures.

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Funding cuts floated to lower city’s rates

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Funding cuts floated to lower city’s rates

The Invercargill City Council is looking to cut part of the funding for Stadium Southland and Great South in an effort to keep rates down.

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Over 1500 flock to city to showcase skills

ILT City of Invercargill Highland Pipe Band drummer Cam Fraser, 17, feels proud to be able to...

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Over 1500 flock to city to showcase skills

The sounds of bagpipes could be heard from all over Invercargill yesterday when the 2025 New Zealand Pipe Band Championships started.

‘Heartbreaking’: materials dumped in southern stream

Transpower issued a warning notice on Friday morning saying there was a risk of insufficient...

‘Heartbreaking’: materials dumped in southern stream

An investigation is under way into a "heartbreaking" environmental breach after materials from a power pole installation were dumped in a Southland waterway.

Youth force behind field for Māori sports

Active Southland youth supporter Mya Kirau is glad the South Island now has a Māori sports field...

Youth force behind field for Māori sports

The first South Island field for Māori sports was opened this week thanks to the dreams of a group of young people.

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Resource teacher plan a ‘bombshell’

Have you seen me? Resource teacher of literacy Bronwyn Fennessy is putting up posters and calling...

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Resource teacher plan a ‘bombshell’

A Gore literacy resource teacher has slammed a new proposal by the Ministry of Education, saying the changes will endanger children’s learning.

Facility hoped to bring sense of belonging

The results of Invercargill's most recent residents' survey are a mixed bag. Photo: Matthew...

Facility hoped to bring sense of belonging

Giving back to the people who gave so much for us.

Cats, coffee and southern pride

Cats, coffee and southern pride

Invercargill - home of the tuatara, Burt Munro and - somewhat surprisingly to many - the birthplace of instant coffee.

Dog found after 7 weeks roaming

Kelly the dog is back with owner Sally Anderson (right) thanks to a team effort, including from...

Dog found after 7 weeks roaming

After seven weeks on the run in Southland, a dog has been reunited with her owners.

‘Challenges’ may delay museum’s opening

‘Challenges’ may delay museum’s opening

The opening of Southland’s new museum could be pushed back to early 2027 as the Invercargill City Council works to co-ordinate with key stakeholders.

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District council leaning towards in-house water management

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District council leaning towards in-house water management

The Southland District Council is going it alone.

Lack of te reo names questioned

A discussion about proposed street names for an Invercargill subdivision has highlighted a lack of clarity around council policy on te reo Māori names.

Kakariki fly to new dwelling

Kakariki, the red-crowned parakeet, was widespread throughout the mainland last century but today...

Kakariki fly to new dwelling

A crucial new wild kākāriki karaka/orange-fronted parakeet population is being established on Anchor Island in Fiordland following the release of 34 of the critically endangered birds there.

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