Mike Sanford

* A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck 140 km southwest of Tuatapere at 101 km depth. * A tsunami warning has been issued; residents urged to avoid beaches and coastal waters. * Southland residents reported strong shaking, with some evacuations in Invercargill. Two Arrested After Invercargill Store Robbery* Two youths arrested following an

Police are asking for the public’s help following an aggravated robbery at the On the Spot Collingwood Foodcentre on North Road in Invercargill. The incident occurred around 3.30am this morning (Monday 24 March) when four individuals entered the store. Two were armed with knives, while another carried a

* Southland mayor Rob Scott confirmed plans to stand again in October's election. * Some councillors remain undecided while others confirmed they will step down. * Nominations open on 4 July, with voting scheduled for 11 October. Southland councillors have described their current term as “challenging,” with many still undecided about

* Court decision halts costly resource consent requirements for over 3000 Southland farmers. * Farmers faced expenses of up to $30,000 just to continue routine farming. * Legislative changes to the Resource Management Act are expected later this year. A recent court decision has provided relief for over 3000 Southland farmers, pausing

* Sydney Street pipe upgrade continues with delays expected until August. * Tay Street resurfacing scheduled for Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 March with detours. * State highway repairs and closures planned across Southland this month. Invercargill City Council Works * Sydney Street Pipe Upgrade – SouthRoads is upgrading pipes along Sydney Street between St

A missing hunter on Stewart Island was successfully rescued after activating a personal locator beacon, highlighting the importance of carrying essential safety equipment during outdoor adventures. The man, part of a hunting group at Port Adventure's Bosom Hunting block, had left the hut with plans to return by

Police are continuing to investigate the train fatality that occurred in Invercargill yesterday evening. The incident involved an adult male who was struck by a train at the rail pedestrian crossing near the corner of Tyne and Ness Street shortly after 5pm. Related: A Person Has Died After Being Hit

* Emergency services responded to a serious train incident in Invercargill at 5:20pm. * The incident happened at the Ness Street pedestrian crossing near Elles Road. * Emergency services, including two fire trucks, responded to the tragic incident. Updated 9pm: A person has died after being struck by a freight train at