Mike Sanford

Vandeilson Santi has been appointed the new executive chef of The Langlands Hotel. The Brazilian national, better known as Santi, will take over the role later this month. He will direct the food creation across the hotel’s portfolio which includes the recently opened fusion restaurant, Meld. The ex

Sir Tim Shadbolt has settled his claims against the Invercargill City Council and Riskpool. Sir Tim was seeking to recover his legal expenses related to a 2015 defamation claim brought by Councillor Karen Arnold. The ICC and Riskpool have not accepted liability for these expenses, but have agreed to

Emergency services are responding to a two-vehicle collision on Nightcaps Opio Road, Opio that occurred about 3pm. Initial reports suggest one person is in a critical condition and another person is in a serious condition. The road is currently closed and diversions are in place. Motorists are advis

The South Port 2023 first half has been characterised by excellent progress being made on some longer-term initiatives for the Port, but with subdued operational performance reflecting demand constraints in China and a slowing domestic economy. Bulk cargoes through South Port New Zealand held up wel

Todd Blackmun was the inaugural winner of the Brian Crosbie Memorial Trophy at the Star Insure Classic SpeedFest at Teretonga Park, Invercargill, this weekend. The trophy remembers one of Southland’s best saloon car drivers who passed away recently. It was donated by Brian’s family and was contested

Update: Police can now confirm one person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Otapiri Gorge Road. The crash was reported about 3pm. The road remains closed with diversions in place. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the circum

Daniel O’Connell, 48, was last seen in Gore on Wednesday morning. Police and Daniel’s family are concerned for his safety. Daniel may have facial hair and may not be wearing glasses. Anyone with information on Daniel’s whereabouts is asked to contact Police on 111 as soon as possible and quote polic

Firefighters in Invercargill, have been battling a blaze at Turnbull Thompson Park since Friday morning. The fire was first reported around 11am and is believed to have started in rolls of synthetic turf located beside the Invercargill Hockey Association building. Black smoke could be seen billowing