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Plenty Of Sparkle On Diamonds Day
Plenty Of Sparkle On Diamonds Day
News   -   Apr 27, 2026

Haylee Mitiwai of Invercargill became the latest winner of a diamond ring when the Invercargill Harness Racing Club’s annual Diamonds Day race meeting took place at Ascot Park Raceway in Invercargill on Sunday.  The prize of a diamond ring, supported by Coats & Schuck Jewellers and the Invercargill Harness

Board Confident in Historic Principal Appointment at Southland Girls'
Board Confident in Historic Principal Appointment at Southland Girls'
Education   -   Apr 25, 2026

Southland Girls' High School has appointed John Grogan as its new principal, making him the first permanent male principal in the school's nearly 150-year history. Mr Grogan, who has been Acting Principal since the start of the year and was previously Deputy Principal at the school, was

Invercargill Duo's Cheesy Photos Aim to Boost Charity Fundraising
Invercargill Duo's Cheesy Photos Aim to Boost Charity Fundraising
News   -   Apr 25, 2026

Two Invercargill Airport firefighters are trading their usual serious demeanor for cheesy 80s-style photoshoots as they prepare to tackle one of New Zealand's most grueling charity challenges. Crew Chief Corey Diack and Senior Firefighter Jed Martin will climb Auckland's Sky Tower on Saturday, 23 May 2026,

Southland Navy Chaplain Prepares for 'sombre' Gallipoli Deployment
Southland Navy Chaplain Prepares for 'sombre' Gallipoli Deployment
News   -   Apr 25, 2026

A Southland chaplain is preparing for what he describes as a "meaningful" deployment to Turkey for this year's Anzac Day Gallipoli commemoration. Royal New Zealand Navy Chaplain Class 3 Rich Lander, who grew up in Winton, is among 38 New Zealand Defence Force personnel heading to

Gore Campground Buildings Demolished Over Asbestos Risks
Gore Campground Buildings Demolished Over Asbestos Risks
News   -   Apr 25, 2026

Demolition work is under way at the Gore Campground after investigations revealed asbestos and significant contamination in several buildings on the site. Gore District Council says the work is necessary to address health, safety and regulatory risks associated with the aging structures. The former house and office, ablution block and

Plenty Of Sparkle On Diamonds Day
News   -   Apr 27, 2026 Plenty Of Sparkle On Diamonds Day

Haylee Mitiwai of Invercargill became the latest winner of a diamond ring when the Invercargill Harness Racing Club’s annual Diamonds Day race meeting took place at Ascot Park Raceway in Invercargill on Sunday.  The prize of a diamond ring, supported by Coats & Schuck Jewellers and the Invercargill Harness

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Plenty Of Sparkle On Diamonds Day
Plenty Of Sparkle On Diamonds Day
News   -   Apr 27, 2026

Haylee Mitiwai of Invercargill became the latest winner of a diamond ring when the Invercargill Harness Racing Club’s annual Diamonds Day race meeting took place at Ascot Park Raceway in Invercargill on Sunday.  The prize of a diamond ring, supported by Coats & Schuck Jewellers and the Invercargill Harness

The Maurya’s Cafe Officially Opened By Invercargill Mayor Tom Campbell
The Maurya’s Cafe Officially Opened By Invercargill Mayor Tom Campbell
News   -   Apr 27, 2026

The manager of Bombay Palace Invercargill has opened a new Italian restaurant in South City on Sunday. Owner/operator Anil Kumar Prasad has been running home deliveries from the restaurant since April 12, but now it's time to open the doors to the public. Invercargill Mayor Tom Campbell

Waikaia Rugby Stalwart Recognised With Life Membership
Waikaia Rugby Stalwart Recognised With Life Membership
News   -   Apr 27, 2026

A Waikaia man has been recognised for more than 30 years of service to Southland rugby with Rugby Southland's highest honour. Malcolm McKee has been awarded Life Membership by Rugby Southland, joining an exclusive group of just four people to hold the distinction. McKee's rugby journey

Second Lotto Win This Week for Invercargill With $58k Prize
Second Lotto Win This Week for Invercargill With $58k Prize
News   -   Apr 25, 2026

An Invercargill Lotto player is celebrating after winning more than $58,000 in tonight's Second Division draw. The lucky winner was one of four players nationwide to claim $58,084 each in tonight's live Lotto draw. The winning Invercargill ticket was purchased through the MyLotto app.

Board Confident in Historic Principal Appointment at Southland Girls'
Board Confident in Historic Principal Appointment at Southland Girls'
Education   -   Apr 25, 2026

Southland Girls' High School has appointed John Grogan as its new principal, making him the first permanent male principal in the school's nearly 150-year history. Mr Grogan, who has been Acting Principal since the start of the year and was previously Deputy Principal at the school, was

Invercargill Duo's Cheesy Photos Aim to Boost Charity Fundraising
Invercargill Duo's Cheesy Photos Aim to Boost Charity Fundraising
News   -   Apr 25, 2026

Two Invercargill Airport firefighters are trading their usual serious demeanor for cheesy 80s-style photoshoots as they prepare to tackle one of New Zealand's most grueling charity challenges. Crew Chief Corey Diack and Senior Firefighter Jed Martin will climb Auckland's Sky Tower on Saturday, 23 May 2026,

Southland Navy Chaplain Prepares for 'sombre' Gallipoli Deployment
Southland Navy Chaplain Prepares for 'sombre' Gallipoli Deployment
News   -   Apr 25, 2026

A Southland chaplain is preparing for what he describes as a "meaningful" deployment to Turkey for this year's Anzac Day Gallipoli commemoration. Royal New Zealand Navy Chaplain Class 3 Rich Lander, who grew up in Winton, is among 38 New Zealand Defence Force personnel heading to

Gore Campground Buildings Demolished Over Asbestos Risks
Gore Campground Buildings Demolished Over Asbestos Risks
News   -   Apr 25, 2026

Demolition work is under way at the Gore Campground after investigations revealed asbestos and significant contamination in several buildings on the site. Gore District Council says the work is necessary to address health, safety and regulatory risks associated with the aging structures. The former house and office, ablution block and

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