Mike Sanford

A company's plans to set up floating saunas on a small Te Anau lake have been rejected by Southland District Council after strong community opposition. Floating Sauna Ltd had applied for a licence to place two saunas and a changing room on a floating pontoon at Lake Henry,

The Invercargill tram system, a once pivotal component of the city’s public transport, presents a fascinating tale of technological evolution, community engagement, and eventual obsolescence. Beginning with horse-drawn trams in 1881, Invercargill’s transit landscape underwent a significant transform

In 1872, Invercargill opened its very first museum within a modest Scotch Pie shop on Dee Street. This unique establishment quickly became a local curiosity, housing a diverse collection including a live monkey, a tortoise, a kiwi, and a kakapo. Its array of preserved insects, stuffed birds, seals,

* ILT has returned more than $9 million to the Invercargill community this year. * The Group faced challenges due to labour shortages, inflation, and cost-of-living pressures. * Despite a tax-related deficit, ILT’s financial position remains solid with strong community support. ILT Group held its Annual General Meeting on 16th September, revealing

* Central Government raises parking infringement fees, with some fines increasing by 70 percent. * Incorrect use of mobility parks now incurs a steep penalty of $750 without a valid permit. * Invercargill City Council reminds drivers to park mindfully and activate parking machines. Invercargill City Council is encouraging residents to be more

* Clean drinking water now flows through the northern section of Branxholme Pipeline Upgrade. * Invercargill project strengthens water supply resilience with progress on critical pipeline work. * Pipeline completion expected soon with continued work in southern Invercargill areas. The northern section of the Branxholme Pipeline Upgrade is now operational, delivering clean drinking

Firefighters have successfully contained a fire at Niagara Sawmill after a sawdust hopper ignited. Fire and Emergency New Zealand received the call at 7:50 a.m. on Wednesday, reporting the fire at the sawmill on Kennington Road. Three crews from Invercargill and Kingswell were dispatched to the scene to

The Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills has warned of more job losses as the government continues to reform Te Pūkenga, the country’s tertiary education network. Penny Simmonds stated that “pain” was inevitable in the sector, with further cuts expected as institutes either stand alone or join