Mike Sanford

* Researchers recorded earthquakes as deep as 40km in Southland's continental crust. * Study revealed unusually deep seismic activity due to unique crust composition with iron-rich minerals. * Findings improve understanding of hidden faults and future earthquake risks in Southland. University of Otago researchers have detected earthquakes as deep as 40

* Watermain upgrades begin 21 November, lasting approximately three weeks near Clyde St roundabout. * North and south traffic on SH1 Clyde St remains unaffected during the works. * Detours required for east-west roundabout travel; delays expected, plan journeys accordingly. SouthRoads will begin watermain upgrades near the State Highway 1 Clyde Street and

* Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track opens as New Zealand’s eleventh Great Walk. * Track upgrades support conservation, recreation, and economic benefits for the region. * New installations enhance storytelling of the area’s cultural and natural heritage. New Zealand’s Conservation Minister, Tama Potaka, joined representatives from Ngāi Tahu and the local

* New CCTV aims to enhance safety in Invercargill and Bluff community areas. * Stage One installations expected to be operational by Christmas this year. * Police access real-time footage for monitoring, with archived access upon request. Invercargill and Bluff have begun installing CCTV cameras to increase safety, with most of Stage One

* Mark McLean awarded Leader of the Year at Cooperative Business NZ Awards. * SBS Bank surpasses industry growth rates under McLean’s three-year leadership. * Recognition highlights transformational growth and focus on cooperative values. Mark McLean, Group Chief Executive of SBS Bank, has been honoured as Leader of the Year at the

* Simplicity Private Equity Fund acquired a 35.9% stake in Stabicraft Marine. * Stabicraft plans international growth following pandemic challenges with strong dealer and supply networks. * Founder Paul Adams remains majority shareholder and supports future growth with equity backing. Simplicity Private Equity Fund has acquired a 35.9% stake in Stabicraft

* Key Invercargill roads to get fresh asphalt in summer 2024/2025. * Overnight work planned to minimise disruption for businesses and road users. * Infrastructure upgrades coordinated to streamline improvements and reduce long-term impacts. Invercargill’s central city roads are set to undergo significant resurfacing, with fresh asphalt being laid on Dee,

* Eighteen winners claim $13,632 each in Lotto Second Division’s latest live draw. * Auckland player wins $29,279 with Powerball Second Division, boosting their total prize. * Lotto NZ supports communities through profits returned via lottery grants programmes. Eighteen lucky Lotto players are celebrating after each scooped $13,632 in