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Wachner Place Refresh With Clock Relocation Advances
Wachner Place Refresh With Clock Relocation Advances
Councils   -   May 07, 2024

Invercargill City Council is moving forward with plans to revamp Wachner Place including a significant project involving the Distinction Hotel and the relocation of a historic clock, aiming to enhance the area’s connectivity and aesthetic appeal.Related: Impressive Facade Unveiled for Invercargill’s

St John Responds to Critical Motorcycle Crash on Centre Street
St John Responds to Critical Motorcycle Crash on Centre Street
News   -   May 04, 2024

Police are investigating an early morning collision that occurred on Centre Street, Rockdale, involving a car and a motorcycle at approximately 2:50 AM. The accident resulted in critical injuries to one individual who was subsequently transported to Southland Hospital. The road was still closed at 1

Community and Police Unite Against Boy Racer Menace in Southland
Community and Police Unite Against Boy Racer Menace in Southland
Community   -   May 03, 2024

In a recent statement, Acting Senior Sergeant Blair Shirley, Southland Road Policing Manager, highlighted an urgent appeal to the public to help combat the increasing problem of boy racer activity in the community. The plea comes following an incident late Saturday night at the intersection of State

Lumsden Helipad Opens, Boosting Emergency Response Capabilities
Lumsden Helipad Opens, Boosting Emergency Response Capabilities
Community   -   Apr 30, 2024

Lumsden has marked a significant advancement in emergency and healthcare support with the official opening of its new helipad on 28 April. The launch was celebrated with the cutting of the ribbon by local Four Square owners Greg and Corrina Tither, who generously contributed $16,000 to fund the cons

Early Morning Crash in Invercargill Knocks Out Power, Injures One
Early Morning Crash in Invercargill Knocks Out Power, Injures One
News   -   Apr 27, 2024

Emergency services attended a crash involving a single vehicle on Rockdale Road, Invercargill on Saturday morning reported at around 5.45am.  A car left the road and collided with a power pole. St John was notified of a motor vehicle incident on Rockdale Rd at 05:43am and responded one ambulance, on

From Auckland to Bluff: A Road Trip for Charity Turns Heads and Opens Hearts
From Auckland to Bluff: A Road Trip for Charity Turns Heads and Opens Hearts
Community   -   Apr 26, 2024

A jubilant atmosphere prevailed as the Bangers to Bluff road trip concluded at Stirling Point, marking the end of a memorable 12-day journey from Auckland to Bluff. This annual event, organized by the Half Moon Bay Rotary Club, featured 16 cars, each creatively decorated, navigating through less-tra

New Life for Invercargill’s 160-Year-Old Maternity Hospital
New Life for Invercargill’s 160-Year-Old Maternity Hospital
Community   -   Apr 25, 2024

Invercargill’s historic former maternity hospital, a notable 160-year-old building located at 194 Dee Street, has found a new caretaker in the Troopers Memorial Corner Charitable Trust. The Trust recently acquired the historic property, with plans to restore it to its original splendor. Work started

Quick Thinking Prevents Fire Scare at Invercargill Prison
Quick Thinking Prevents Fire Scare at Invercargill Prison
News   -   Apr 24, 2024

Invercargill Prison experienced a brief scare on Monday evening when large amounts of smoke were seen coming from its boiler house. The incident, which took place around 9 PM on April 22, prompted an immediate response from prison staff and local emergency services. Fire and Emergency New Zealand ar

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