Waikaia River rafters winched to safety
Three men have been rescued after being reported missing while rafting on the Waikaia River near Piano Flat, in Southland.
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'Our highways are not racetracks'
'Our highways are not racetracks'
Police are urging caution on Southern roads as motorists leave Invercargill after the Burt Munro Challenge.
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Boaties oppose lobster company fencing plan
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Boaties oppose lobster company fencing plan
A fishery wanting to fence part of Fiordland National Park at Milford Sound for commercial use is facing opposition from boaties who need to use the toilet.
Tagger’s identity stays unknown, for now
Tagger’s identity stays unknown, for now
A tagger, who plagued the Invercargill CBD, has lost his bid to keep his name secret, but the identity of the artist "Clap!" remains a mystery, for now.
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Beach race a Triumph
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Beach race a Triumph
Racing enthusiasts enjoyed sunny skies and thrills at the 2025 Burt Munro Classic Beach Race held at Oreti Beach yesterday afternoon.
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Nearly 200 motorcyclists tear up tarmac
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Nearly 200 motorcyclists tear up tarmac
Up to 200 riders gathered for a motorcycle run around Eastern Southland yesterday.
Hopes councils can secure regional deals with govt
Hopes councils can secure regional deals with govt
Southern councils have joined forces on a proposal which could result in an injection of support from the government.
‘Good meals’ and ‘strong family’ help couple reach milestone
‘Good meals’ and ‘strong family’ help couple reach milestone
The chance for a ride in a Ford convertible is what sparked a Southland teenager’s interest in her future husband.
Charity hospital may open in a few weeks
Charity hospital may open in a few weeks
After almost five years, $6 million in donations and other acts of generosity from all over the country, the Southern Charity Hospital is "ready to go", its acting manager says.
Radiant, ruby-red rata flowers
Radiant, ruby-red rata flowers
Rata flowers below the Darren Mountains on the Milford Sound side of the Homer Tunnel.
New Cancer Society role a ‘privilege’
New Cancer Society role a ‘privilege’
In the driver’s seat: Southland Cancer Society has a new man at the wheel — Gavin Booth took up his position in November last year. PHOTO: TONI MCDONALD
Village men’s club keen on woodwork
Village men’s club keen on woodwork
A little bit of wood here and a few nails there and — ta-da — the Cargill Lifecare and Village Men’s Club have another bird feeder ready for a new home.
Community choir offers members fun, fellowship
Community choir offers members fun, fellowship
A damaged jaw left a Southlander wondering if she would ever be able to sing.
Time for reconnection
Time for reconnection
Connecting tangata with their past, present and future is how Te Rau Aroha Marae will celebrate their 40-year anniversary this week.
Southland councils explore regional deals
Southland councils explore regional deals
Southern councils have joined forces on a proposal which could result in an injection of support from the government.
Veteran sizzles in sun on Bluff Hill Climb
Veteran sizzles in sun on Bluff Hill Climb
Sizzling temperatures brought out the fans and the best of the motorcyclists to the Bluff Hill Climb.
Relaxed atmosphere at motorcycle challenge
Relaxed atmosphere at motorcycle challenge
While rugby followers enjoyed the Rugby Park kick-off, motorcycle fans rumbled into Invercargill to kick off the 18th Burt Munro Challenge (BMC).
‘Crazy’ weekend of picking puts berry on top for harvest
‘Crazy’ weekend of picking puts berry on top for harvest
Bumper crops are expected from New Zealand’s largest blueberry farm in Southland.
Council merger idea ‘wishing, dreaming’
Council merger idea ‘wishing, dreaming’
Southland District Mayor Rob Scott continues to push for the merging of the region’s councils, crossing the border to declare his case in Gore on Tuesday night.
Trail ride sun brings more than 450 riders
Trail ride sun brings more than 450 riders
The weather played its part, the tracks were in great condition and it made for an all-round good time at the Mandeville trail ride on Saturday.