News Desk

Before Spotify and TikTok, Southland’s music scene thrived in pubs, clubs, and late-night gigs across Invercargill. Bands built their reputation live, often loud, one show at a time. To kick off Muso Mondays, we’re looking back at one of the city’s most memorable bands from the late

The Bluff Community Board is urging transport officials to review speed limits on the approach to the township, saying a gradual reduction could make the area safer for residents and drivers. At a meeting held last night, board members approved a draft letter to the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA)

All nine Southland Rotary Clubs are part of the growing regional support  alongside the  PlaceMakers Southern Scooter Challenge,  fundraiser for The Grace Street Project.    The Southern Scooter Challenge will see around 200 riders and their support crews travel the 194‑kilometre route from Teretonga Raceway to Te Anau on Saturday

Drivers across Southland are being advised to expect delays next week as several state highway maintenance and renewal projects continue across the region. Highways South has released its latest weekly update outlining planned work on state highways, with several sites currently active and more scheduled in the coming weeks. A

A proposal aimed at expanding transport options for people living with impairments has been rejected by Invercargill City Council, with leaders citing concerns about passenger safety. The issue was discussed on Tuesday during a council committee meeting reviewing the Total Mobility scheme. The programme provides subsidised transport for people with

A retired meat worker has claimed the vacant seat on the Mataura Community Board following a closely contested by-election. Born and raised in Mataura, Neil Sinclair received 185 votes to secure his place on the board. His opponent, Gina Adcock, finished with 145 votes. In total, 330 valid votes were

Don Frew has been elected to the Ōraka Aparima Community Board following the Southland District Council by-election that closed at midday on Tuesday, 3 March 2026. Final results show Frew received 443 votes, ahead of Mel Heddershaw (Independent) with 151, Marina Seager with 150, and Nick Kiddey with 76. There

Drivers across Southland are being urged to plan ahead as state highway and council roadworks continue across the region. A significant closure remains in place on SH99 at Wallacetown for culvert strengthening. The highway is fully closed from 6.30am on 23 February until 7pm on 9 March. All vehicles,