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John Beckenridge killed himself and his 11-year-old stepson in a vengeful act against his estranged wife, a coroner has ruled. John Beckenridge, left, and Mike Zhou-Beckenridge. Photo: SUPPLIED Coroner Marcus Elliot said the Queenstown man was angry, self-righteous and vengeful when he drove his car off a cliff in the

Invercargill MP Penny Simmonds says it’s a wonderful recognition of the hard work of the people of this province, that Southland had recorded the country’s largest increase in regional gross domestic product (GDP) at almost 10 percent. “According to figures released today by Stats NZ today, GDP to

Awarua Synergy has completed one of its most challenging operations to date — a two-week insulation deployment across the Chatham Islands and Pitt Island that pushed logistics, endurance, and teamwork to the absolute limit. While the Deep South is known for its rugged conditions, the Chatham’s proved to be “nextlevel

Police have formally identified the man whose body was recovered from Lake Manapouri after an extensive six-day search operation. Police confirmed the deceased as Regan Soper, a 42-year-old man from Gore. Police extend our condolences to his family during this time, and his death will be referred to the Coroner.

Contractors from Downer NZ will begin work resurfacing streets in Te Anau next week. Road works can be disruptive for residents and businesses. The contractors will be doing all they can to minimise the impact on households and business. Your co-operation and patience will help them to get the job

Fonterra Co-operative Group has reported a solid financial performance for the first half of FY26, with revenue rising to $13.9 billion, up by $1.3 billion on the same period last year. The Co-op also posted an operating profit of $1,231 million and a profit after tax of

One person has died in a single-vehicle crash along Winding Creek Road in Southland. Emergency services were called to the rural road around 12.40am. One other person sustained moderate injuries and were seen by ambulance services. The road will remain shut as the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene

“It is a real privilege to have been reselected as National’s candidate for Southland. Representing this electorate has been a real privilege, and I’m proud to once again put my name forward to serve the people of Southland.” Mr Mooney was first elected in 2020 and has since