* Clyde Street in Invercargill will be closed southbound for resurfacing repairs on 16 and 17 July * Several state highway sites in Southland will have lane drops, detours or stop/go controls * Contractors and events will also affect traffic with short closures and managed diversions in place Motorists in Southland are

* Margaret Brown to step down after 17 years in aged care leadership roles * She helped shape Hawthorndale Village into a model of compassionate dementia care * Brown will stay on until September to support the transition of leadership After 17 years dedicated to aged care, Hawthorndale Care Village general manager Margaret

If our economy is in recovery, why is the supermarket checkout still so brutal? Listen in on our chat with Brad Olsen, Principal Economist at Infometrics. Brad breaks down why New Zealanders are still facing uncomfortable inflation, despite a gradual economic comeback—and why attractive interest rates aren’t luring

Winter in Southland can feel endless, but your home doesn’t need to. The right electric appliances can take the sting out of frosty mornings, tame draughty villas and make bedtime downright blissful. Below is a plain-English look at four popular options—fan heaters, panel heaters, oil column heaters and

* New digital health service allows virtual consultations with NZ-registered doctors and nurses. * Over 4,500 people have already used the service since its pilot in May. * Aims to reduce pressure on emergency departments and improve access to care. New Zealanders across the country can now access trusted primary healthcare around

Will you be standing again?   Yes. It would be the greatest honour of my life to serve as the Mayor of Invercargill. I recently stepped away from my leadership role at one of Southland’s leading business advisory and accounting firms. That decision reflects the seriousness of my commitment. I’

Invercargill Airport is preparing for a significant terminal upgrade aimed at improving security, passenger flow, and overall customer experience. With a $4 million investment, the airport’s redevelopment is designed to meet aviation security screening standards while paving the way for more efficient jet services. Key changes include upgraded systems