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Teacher’s college campus relocating

The average asking price for properties in Southland has more than doubled in the 10 years since...

Teacher’s college campus relocating

Invercargill's University of Otago College of Education campus is to be relocated under a statement of intent (SOI) signed by the university and the Southland Institute of Technology (SIT).

Local ingredients inspire Riverton chef’s Wild Food Challenge dish

Chef and owner Dan Pryde at Aparima Restaurant and Bar. Photo: Tayler Mutton

Local ingredients inspire Riverton chef’s Wild Food Challenge dish

A dish inspired by the ingredients he grew up with has placed Riverton chef Dan Pryde in the grand finals of the Monteith's Wild Food Challenge.

‘Dawn Raid’ author launches second book

Riverton author Pauline Vaeluaga Smith and her grandson Brooklyn Taylor have co-authored Dawn...

‘Dawn Raid’ author launches second book

The ripple effects of writing a book for children and young adults have been very satisfying, a Riverton author says.

Independence Day celebrated

Members of the Samoan community and friends gather outside the Invercargill Civic Building to...

Independence Day celebrated

Invercargill’s Samoan community and friends have celebrated Independence Day and language week in the city.

Why local govt needs to get house in order

Why local govt needs to get house in order

If local government reform in Southland feels confusing right now, it might help to think of it like a house.

Market, fire and light show returns

Market, fire and light show returns

Bluff’s popular Night Market, combined with a fire and light show, will take place on July 11 as the nation celebrates the Matariki holiday weekend.

Pillow supply to dry up

AI will be used as a second set of eyes reading breast cancer scans from early next year. File photo

Pillow supply to dry up

After 25 years of quietly supporting cancer patients, the Inner Wheel Club of Invercargill South has made its final delivery of handmade "silky pillows".

Local singer takes home six awards

The Wild Flowers vocal trio of (from left) Lara Kerr, Alyssa Simpson and Jacinta Kerepeti won the...

Local singer takes home six awards

Invercargill country singer Jacinta Kerepeti took home six awards at the 2026 New Zealand Gold Guitar Awards held in Gore last week.

Production a ‘short and sweet’ emotional drama

Taylor Barrett and Maggie Watts in Repertory Invercargill's production Constellations. PHOTO:...

Production a ‘short and sweet’ emotional drama

Repertory Invercargill is continuing its 90th anniversary celebrations with its production of Nick Payne’s Constellations.

Arts awards to celebrate creatives

Supreme Award winner Steve Solomon at the 2024 Arts Murihiku Awards. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Arts awards to celebrate creatives

The finalists for the Southland Creative Arts Awards have been announced and a range of creative talents are in the running for awards.

It’s time to register your four-legged friend

It’s time to register your four-legged friend

The Invercargill City Council is urging dog owners to register their furry companions before July 1.

Collegiate celebrates ‘Old Members Day’

Collegiate celebrates ‘Old Members Day’

The Collegiate Rugby Club on Lindisfarne St is being used by more than one sports club this year.

80-year-old deadlifts 80kg, 80 times

The 80kg lifting challenge was a collaborative effort between (from left), Tash Hamilton, Nelson...

80-year-old deadlifts 80kg, 80 times

An 80-year-old Winton man who deadlifted an 80kg weight 80 times in a day said it would have been easier if he hadn't pulled a hamstring.

Steel topscores for 2026 season

Serina Daunakamakama looks for options during the Southern Steel’s win against the Northern Stars...

Steel topscores for 2026 season

At least there was no extra-time, right?

Star takes gritty win over Woodlands

The cases feature a range of sports, but it is understood that rugby players make up a...

Star takes gritty win over Woodlands

Star firmed up their spot in fourth position on the Southland club rugby premier grade points-table after beating Woodlands 27-20 at Waverley Park in Invercargill.

Cycling trio off to Games

Nick Kergozou. PHOTOS: CYCLING NEW ZEALAND

Cycling trio off to Games

Three Cycling Southland members will be in the pack representing New Zealand at the Commonwealth Games starting in July.

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Pirate ship built by locals sails off to new home

The pirate ship being loaded on a truck, heading to Te Kohanga Reo Nga Hau E Wha.
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Pirate ship built by locals sails off to new home

Three members of Invercargill’s Menz Shed have built a pirate ship for Te Kōhanga Reo Nga Hau E Wha, a Māori early childhood centre in Appleby.

Southlanders recognised in King’s Birthday honours

Southlanders recognised in King’s Birthday honours

A roundup of Southlanders recognised in the King’s Birthday honours last weekend.

Books, caps galore at annual Rotary sale

Natasha Maybee and her son Lincoln Lynch browse through the books on offer at the Rotary Club of...

Books, caps galore at annual Rotary sale

There were more books for sale at the Rotary Club of Invercargill than people in Invercargill.

Concert has something for everyone

Concert has something for everyone

The winners of Sweet Adelines New Zealand Convention 2025, Foveaux Harmony Chorus, will be performing a concert in Invercargill and musical director Sarah Rae is promising something for everyone....

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