Mike Sanford

A comprehensive package of benefit reforms announced today seeks to encourage more Jobseeker Support recipients into employment by introducing stricter requirements and consequences for those failing to meet their obligations. Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston revealed that th

Kiwibank’s latest Annual Regional Report presents a cautiously optimistic outlook for New Zealand’s economy. Although nearly every region has shown signs of economic recovery, Wellington continues to struggle due to public sector cuts. Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr described 2024 as a year of

Invercargill City Council’s list of dangerous or unsanitary buildings has been reduced to just three, despite dozens of alerts lodged in recent years. A June report revealed 70 reports or complaints about potentially unsafe residential and commercial buildings between 2019 and 2023. However, only 14

Restoration work on the historic Wachner Place clock is set to begin today. The clock will be temporarily dismantled for extensive repairs and upgrades. This project is a significant part of the wider Esk Street West redevelopment, which includes development around the new Distinction Hotel.Related:

Presbyterian Support Southland (PSS) is set to upgrade Peacehaven’s Iona dementia care unit, adding much-needed beds for the elderly in Southland. This project aims to address the growing demand for dementia care driven by an aging population and rising life expectancy. “With an aging population and

Three major banks have announced further cuts to mortgage rates ahead of the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate (OCR) review next week. This move follows a recent trend in the market, which has seen home loan rates decline in recent months. Related: Southland Property Market Sees Surge in Listings an

The property market in Southland is witnessing significant changes, with recent data showing a notable increase in both listings and available housing stock. According to the latest report from realestate.co.nz, the region, particularly Invercargill, is seeing a dynamic shift in market trends.Relate

Waimumu Road in Gore is currently closed between Bowmar Road and Lady Charlton Road due to a vehicle crash. Police responded to the incident involving a single vehicle just before 8am. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and to expect delays. The Serious Crash Unit has been informed