News Desk

ILT has a rich history of fostering Invercargill’s growth and vibrancy since its inception in 1956. That year, we gifted the beloved Peter Pan statue to Queens Park for the city’s centennial and made our first significant contribution to community funding with the Conon Street learners' pool.

* Several Southland roads closed or affected due to flooding and hazardous conditions. * Motorists urged to exercise caution, with signage in place on affected routes. * Updated information on closures and flooding available through local council websites. Update: 12 noon Saturday 5 October: NZTA Road Update: #3 CLOSED - Ferry Road and

Invercargill MP Penny Simmonds expressed her approval of an additional $50,000 in Government support announced today for farmers in Southland and parts of Otago. Related: Road Closures And Flooding Updates In Southland “This funding will assist farmers and rural communities in our region, through organisations such as the Southland

* Heavy Rain Watch issued for Inland Clutha and Southland from Thursday noon to Friday noon. * Rivers in the region are above normal levels, with no immediate signs of rising further. * Farmers are urged to reach out for support due to ongoing adverse weather conditions. The MetService has issued a Heavy

* Air New Zealand cuts capacity on three domestic routes due to reduced demand. * Invercargill to Wellington flights to end in January 2025 amid global engine issues. * Airline schedules changes for Queenstown, Dunedin, and New Plymouth routes. Air New Zealand is reducing capacity on three domestic routes by flying smaller planes

* The PPTA is proposing to allow membership for teachers working in charter schools. * David Seymour views this as a positive shift towards accepting charter schools. * Charter school teachers may gain collective bargaining rights through PPTA membership. The Post Primary Teachers' Association (PPTA) is proposing to allow teachers from charter

* New parking restrictions are proposed to address extended vehicle parking on Stewart Island. * Southland District Council suggests 30 new restrictions and adjustments to 16 existing ones. * Police may assist with parking enforcement if the council's bylaw is updated. Reworked Content: Residents of Stewart Island/Rakiura could soon face

* Cam Davies shared his Global Chefs Challenge preparation with Southern Institute of Technology students. * Students gained practical experience and insights into competitive cooking at a professional level. * Mr Davies highlighted the importance of mentoring and collaboration within the hospitality industry. Te Anau’s restaurant owner and head chef, Cam Davies,