Mike Sanford

* 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

* State Highway 1 in Southland is closed after a crash near Longbush this evening * Traffic is being redirected via a detour through Grove Bush and Kennington Roslyn Bush roads * Both northbound and southbound drivers are advised to follow the signposted alternative route UPDATE: Now Open! A section of State Highway

• Severe winds brought down trees and cut power in parts of Invercargill overnight • Residents are advised to secure outdoor items and drive cautiously due to ongoing gusts • Conditions expected to ease this evening, with calmer weather returning on Sunday Severe winds have battered Invercargill and wider Southland, causing power cuts,

Southland is set to enjoy a major tourism boost, with Government funding helping to bring more exciting and diverse events to the region. As part of a $2.6 million investment into regional events nationwide, Great South has been awarded $93,000 for five standout events. Tourism and Hospitality Minister