Mike Sanford

The Government has ruled out proposals to ban cruise ships and close the airstrip at Milford Sound, instead announcing a $15.2 million investment aimed at upgrading infrastructure and protecting the environment. The funding is part of the first round of decisions under the Milford Opportunities Project, a long-term strategy

* SBS Group achieved a $43.1 million surplus despite economic uncertainty across New Zealand * Support for first home buyers increased, helping nearly 1,500 Kiwis into their own homes * Digital upgrades and branch changes reflect shift in Member expectations and behaviours SBS Group has posted a solid financial performance for

We are saddened to share the passing of former Invercargill City Councillor Ronald Lindsay Abbott. Lindsay first served on the Invercargill City Council from 1971 to 1974, before returning in 2007 and serving a further five consecutive terms until 2022. Across his long tenure, he brought wisdom, good humour, and

* Enliven Southland to trial AI-driven pain detection app for 12 months from July * App allows staff to assess non-verbal signs of pain in dementia patients more accurately * Funding support enables improved care and smarter tech use in aged care settings The introduction of a new smartphone app is set to

* Trade Me has acquired a 50 percent stake in Stuff Digital, forming a new partnership * The deal excludes masthead publishing, Neighbourly and events, focusing only on digital news and listings * Both businesses expect strong growth by linking news content with property and motoring platforms Trade Me has taken a 50

* Gymnastics event in Christchurch livestreamed with remote directing from Invercargill studio * Viewers can watch routines from Level 7 to senior international live on YouTube * Over 250 athletes compete as they aim to qualify for 2025 national championships New Zealand gymnastics took a step forward in digital coverage this King'

Six proud Southlanders have been acknowledged in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours for their outstanding contributions to sport, health, the arts, conservation, and community service. Four recipients are based in Invercargill, with honours also going to Winton and Gore. The annual list, released this morning, highlights the depth

The Te Anau transfer station will reopen on Monday 2 June, coinciding with the King’s Birthday public holiday. It will return to its normal winter hours, operating daily from 2pm to 4pm. Southland District Council group manager Fran Mikulicic said, “We are opening on the stat day to allow