Wyndham keep unbeaten record
Wyndham keep unbeaten record
Wyndham temporarily upset the Waikaka Rugby Club’s 125th anniversary celebrations by stealing a 28-27 win against the Waikaka-Riversdale Vikings in the division one match on Saturday.
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Edendale players mark milestones
Edendale players mark milestones
Milestones have been celebrated and another awaits as the Edendale team shows loyalty runs deep in the side.
‘Oh my God, that’s a moose’, Canadian hikers say
‘Oh my God, that’s a moose’, Canadian hikers say
Three Canadian hikers say they saw what they believe to be a moose as they completed the Kepler Track in Fiordland last month.
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Plant closed to secure jobs
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Plant closed to secure jobs
A Southland recycling company is closing one of its plants to ensure the long-term future of its operations and secure the jobs of about 80 people with disabilities.
Council meeting resistance on pool costs
Council meeting resistance on pool costs
The cost of getting a pool registered in Invercargill has irked some residents not wanting to pay up.
Southerners 'not enthusiastic' about pool inspections
Southerners 'not enthusiastic' about pool inspections
The cost of getting a pool registered in Invercargill has irked some residents not wanting to pay up.
‘Passionate advocate’ to be honoured at ride
‘Passionate advocate’ to be honoured at ride
Black bands emblazoned with "Reece" will be worn by the 100 riders on the annual Queenstown to Invercargill Westpac Chopper Appeal Bike Ride.
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‘Friends for life’ reunite for 125th jubilee celebration
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‘Friends for life’ reunite for 125th jubilee celebration
A southern rugby club’s 125th jubilee weekend brought out former players from across the Ditch while some stalwarts of the club have been celebrating its milestones since the 1960s.
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Physician associate regulations lauded by Metzler
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Physician associate regulations lauded by Metzler
The government’s decision to regulate physician associates (PAs), has been described as "a watershed moment for the New Zealand health sector" by a Gore doctor.
Monowai’s electrifying 100 years
Monowai’s electrifying 100 years
One of New Zealand’s earliest renewable energy assets and Southland’s first power station will turn 100 years old this week.
Diver bitten by great white shark flown to hospital
Diver bitten by great white shark flown to hospital
A diver is recovering well after being bitten by a shark at Dusky Sound in Fiordland National Park.
Cycling family of four test new forest trail
Cycling family of four test new forest trail
The Waikaia Forest Trails had their soft opening this week and, come sunny Anzac Day, families with a variety of skill levels were riding the accessible bike track.
Cancer-surviving veteran grateful to RSA
Cancer-surviving veteran grateful to RSA
Two-time cancer survivor and East Timor veteran Nigel Cuckow is a man who feels like he has been cared for and honoured by Southland RSAs.
Big Glory by name — and by nature
Big Glory by name — and by nature
Untouched native forest grows to the shoreline surrounding Big Glory Bay on Stewart Island at Easter.
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Airfare costs cutting off city: Clark
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Airfare costs cutting off city: Clark
Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark feels the city is becoming more disconnected from the rest of the country due to the high cost of airfares — and it seems the situation is unlikely to change any time...
Powered up for 100 years
Powered up for 100 years
One of New Zealand’s earliest renewable energy assets, Southland’s first power station and an example of innovation.
Food delivery business dream realised
Food delivery business dream realised
Getting knocked back has not stopped a Southland man from achieving his dream.
Ex-councillor’s claims false; legal advice being sought: Fish & Game
Ex-councillor’s claims false; legal advice being sought: Fish & Game
Southland Fish & Game has struck back against claims by a former councillor, calling his accusations false and unfair, and is seeking legal advice.
Documentary recalls service in East Timor
Documentary recalls service in East Timor
With his documentary airing on Anzac Day, a Gore man wants to remind people of the experience, service and sacrifice of the contemporary veteran.
Teaching children importance of remembrance focus of event
Teaching children importance of remembrance focus of event
Learning the importance of Anzac Day and remembering the fallen soldiers from a young age is the aim of an event in Invercargill this week.