Mike Sanford

* MASSAV Records aims to support Southland artists from recording to live performances and promotion. * Blair "Sav" Savory and Shane Evans lead the label to promote local talent like Lachie Hayes. * MASSAV Records plans to grow Southland's musical identity and expand its reach across New Zealand. MASSAV

Three people were seriously injured following a crash in Invercargill after a driver fled from Police in the early hours of the morning. The incident occurred around 1:40am when Police attempted to stop a vehicle on Venus Street, Georgetown. However, the driver refused to stop and sped off. Related:

* Police removed 36 vehicles in Invercargill during a weekend operation targeting antisocial drivers. * Illegal vehicle modifications and dangerous driving behaviour were the focus of Operation Hoon. * Police partnered with VTNZ to inspect vehicles, removing many unsafe cars from the road. Invercargill Police removed 36 vehicles from the road after conducting

* Federated Farmers Southland are asking the Government to remove Fish & Game’s advocacy role. * Farmers claim Fish & Game's actions undermine their main role of managing hunting and fishing. * Many farmers are withholding land access due to Fish & Game’s anti-farming stance. Federated Farmers Southland have

* Marco Frigo’s strong performance helped set up a perfect sprint for his teammate. * Team praised for strategy and teamwork, securing their 27th win of the season. Corbin Strong capped off a brilliant team performance by powering to victory in the Giro del Veneto, sprinting to win on the uphill

* Southland man sentenced to home detention for making intimate recordings over five years. * Victims’ bravery crucial in prosecuting the offender for his unlawful and harmful actions. * Police urge families to discuss online safety and report any online offending incidents. Southland Police have acknowledged the recent sentencing of a 54-year-old man

* Pete Butler wins $5,000 in The Great Pub Cash Giveaway at Northern Tavern. * Seven additional winners each took home $1,000 in weekly prizes from local ILT venues. * ILT hints at making this popular giveaway an annual event for regular patrons. ILT has announced the winners of The Great

* James Yau wins the Supreme Award for his artwork Horse at the ILT Murihiku Art Awards. * Christchurch-based curator Jane Wallace praised the simplicity and metaphysical beauty in Yau’s piece. * The exhibition featuring 65 finalists is on display at He Waka Tuia until 17 November. The winners of the first