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Volunteer admits stealing more then $20K from animal charity

Volunteer admits stealing more then $20K from animal charity

A former Invercargill volunteer of an animal charity says "greed got the better of her" when she stole more than $20,000 from donations and adoption fees for cats and kittens.

Renowned prof joins hospital

Renowned prof joins hospital

Not all superheroes wear capes — they wear scrubs too.

Nature walk adds to camp experience

Invercargill Rotary president Michael Blomfield says a lot of work went into spreading 75 tonnes...

Nature walk adds to camp experience

Rich memories remain with multiple generations who have stayed at Omaui Camp in the decades it has been open.

Literacy support pilot begins

Southland Foundation chief executive Sarah Hannan hopes a new literacy pilot can grow throughout...

Literacy support pilot begins

The experience of Southland parents whose children struggled with literacy inspired them to help others.

$220m needed for ‘most complex’ island project

Marking the Island-Ocean Connection Challenge at the Bluff Marae last Friday are (from left)...

$220m needed for ‘most complex’ island project

More than $200 million — including $90m for Stewart Island — is needed to undertake the "most complex and challenging" island conservation project New Zealand has ever attempted.

Old uniforms get new lease of life

New Zealand’s Aluminium Smelter waste minimisation officer Amanda Smith and building services...

Old uniforms get new lease of life

Uniforms once worn by smelter staff will reappear as ceiling insulation or property fencing.

Bluff whānau challenge ‘more than just an event’

Bluff whānau challenge ‘more than just an event’

The Try-Whānau Festival returns to Motupōhue packed with family-filled fun.

Shakespeare trust treats loyal patrons

Sweet Swan of Southland cast members (from left) Sarah McCarthy, Julie Mason and Ricky Andrews...

Shakespeare trust treats loyal patrons

Shakespeare in the Park is giving back to the community that has supported it so well over the past 25 years.

Council fails on wetland care obligations

A southern council failed to care for its wetlands, with a judgement describing those in the region as "significantly degraded in recent decades".

Hopes for $29m Stewart Island solar power system

Stewart Island residents are being encouraged to have their say on a proposal to increase the...

Hopes for $29m Stewart Island solar power system

The Southland District Council has applied for a total of $29 million from the regional infrastructure fund for its new power system on Stewart Island.

Delay in storyboard as Sir Tim turns 78

Sir Tim Shadbolt’s partner Asha Dutt and son Declan, 12, pictured in front of the Invercargill...

Delay in storyboard as Sir Tim turns 78

A planned storyboard acknowledging the life and achievements of Sir Tim Shadbolt is still to see the light of day — five months after the official renaming of the terminal at Invercargill Airport.

Victory over Koi puts Old Boys in second

Victory over Koi puts Old Boys in second

Old Boys firmed up second position in the Southland 50-over club competition after beating Waikoikoi by 24 runs in round 12 last Saturday.

Thousands expected at largest participation event

Cyclists arrive at Queens Park during a previous Surf to City event. Photo: ODT files

Thousands expected at largest participation event

Lycra is on and laces are tied — Surf to City is back.

Begg excels in national Formula Ford champs

Winton driver Jacob Begg sits sixth in the 2025 NAPA Auto Parts New Zealand Formula Ford Championship after an impressive outing at Highlands Motorsport Park in Cromwell recently.

Local cricketer aims high while on a roll

It has been a whirlwind summer for promising Southland cricketer Charlotte Morris.

Get set

Get set

Swimmers line up for the start of the 14-17 men's 1500m freestyle event at the South Island Long Course Championships at Splash Palace in Invercargill last Saturday.

New look of ‘player of the day’ award well received

Invercargill City Council aquatic services manager Steve Cook (left), Southland Cricket...

New look of ‘player of the day’ award well received

A new award hopes to celebrate and acknowledge young athletes across the region.

Veterans set for home run

Southland Evergreens organising committee lead John Pankhurst cannot wait to get the 60th New...

Veterans set for home run

Softball fever has struck Invercargill with the 60th New Zealand Men’s Evergreen Softball Tournament sweeping into action.

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Cannabis grow — $300,000 to be forfeited

Veronica Cope and Corey Woodrow claim they made extra money from selling puppies. PHOTO: LUISA GIRAO

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Cannabis grow — $300,000 to be forfeited

A Mataura couple who profited from a sophisticated cannabis-growing operation claim they made extra money from selling puppies.

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Final touches put on moon mission tech

Space chief executive Robin McNeill. Photo: Luisa Girao

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Final touches put on moon mission tech

There are mixed emotions ahead of a ground-breaking mission to the moon which Southland council-controlled company Space Ops is taking part in tomorrow.

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