Mike Sanford

• A new international project aims to improve weather and climate models in southern regions • Laser and radar systems will study how aerosols affect cloud formation and rainfall • Invercargill’s clean air and existing weather facilities make it ideal for this long-term study A powerful laser is now scanning the skies

This poll was locked down to only allowing those in the Invercargill city boundary to vote, this stopped double/multiple voting, those voting outside Invercargill and New Zealand. It shows Alex Crackett and Tom Campbell neck and neck.

The Rail Heritage Trust of New Zealand is set to receive a major funding increase to support its efforts in preserving the country’s rail history. Rail Minister Winston Peters announced today that KiwiRail will increase its annual contribution to the Trust from $125,000 to $500,000. The funding

* Invercargill chocolatier Jane Stanton created special treats to support Cancer Society fundraising efforts. * Chocolates feature artwork by fellow cancer survivor Janet de Wagt for Daffodil Day. * Original artwork will also be auctioned to raise additional funds for cancer support. Jane Stanton, owner of the Invercargill-based Seriously Good Chocolate Company, has

A Lotto player from Christchurch is celebrating after winning $200,000 with Strike Four in Wednesday night's live Lotto draw. The winning ticket was sold at Pak N Save Riccarton, giving one lucky local a significant midweek boost. Meanwhile, Powerball was not struck and has rolled over to

* Structural steel installed for the museum’s double-hulled waka above the public foyer space * Western building nearly finished, eastern structure and terrace concrete pours progressing well * Behind-the-scenes work includes experience design, partnerships, and educational planning Construction at the Museum of Southland has reached another key stage, with major parts of

• Helicopter will be used for faster and more efficient power line installation across the network • Work begins 25 August and continues until late September, weather dependent and subject to change • Bluff Highway and other roads will face closures and delays during helicopter operations As part of the next stage of

* Fonterra to sell Consumer businesses to Lactalis for $3.845 billion, pending shareholder approval * Co-op plans $2.00 per share tax free return to farmers after sale completion * Sale expected to complete in 2026, with long-term supply deal in place Fonterra has confirmed it will sell its Consumer and associated