Mike Sanford

A temporary partial closure of Spey Street, located between Dee and Leven streets, due to safety concerns is now open. This follows reports of unsecured roofing iron and loose materials from old Briscoes building, that was fire damaged back in September posing risks in the current high winds Inverca

The Invercargill City Council made the decision to close a part of Queens Park at the Feldwick gates entrance, around lunchtime today (Wednesday). This closure was a safety measure due to strong winds that left a tree in a precarious state, threatening to fall. The trees will be removed once the str

This Christmas, Invercargill Central is partnering with Family Works to ensure children in need in Southland have presents to open. Irene Te Koeti and Kris Wallis from Family Works highlight the financial stress many families face during Christmas, and this initiative aims to alleviate some of that

Russell Square in Invercargill has recently become more lively with the installation of the Tunatuna portable pump track. This new addition to the city’s outdoor spaces has quickly turned into a popular spot for residents of all ages seeking fun and active experiences. Coordinated by Laura Dowling f

Invercargill welcomes its new Group Manager Community Spaces and Places, Rex Capil, who will assume his role from today (Monday 27th). Bringing a wealth of experience from his previous roles at Gore District Council as Deputy Chief Executive and General Manager Community Lifestyle Services, Capil ha

Invercargill City Councillors were given a unique opportunity to tour the almost-finished Tisbury Storage Facility, a crucial part of the city’s ambitious Project 1225. This initiative is set to revolutionize Invercargill’s cultural scene, including the creation of a new museum and a dedicated tuata

H&J Smith’s Department Store: An Emotional Goodbye An emotional farewell marked the end of an era on Saturday, as H&J Smith’s department store, an integral part of Invercargill’s retail landscape located at the junction of Esk, Kelvin, and Tay Streets, closed its doors for the last time at 3 PM. The

The Invercargill Licensing Trust (ILT) has awarded 65 of the city’s top students with ILT Tertiary Scholarships during a ceremony at the Ascot Park Hotel on the evening of November 6. These scholars, set to commence their undergraduate studies in 2024, will receive annual scholarships of $2,000 for