News Desk

In a bold move to tackle traffic congestion and support growth, New Zealand’s Transport Minister, Simeon Brown, has unveiled a hefty $250 million budget for enhancements to Queenstown’s crucial BP roundabout and its adjoining roads. This financial commitment showcases a substantial increase, more th

The Academy Southland’s 2024 Foundation Year has begun, introducing a larger-than-usual group of 14 promising young athletes from various sports backgrounds. This decision reflects the exceptional pool of applicants this year, as explained by Academy Manager Jason McKenzie. “This year’s cohort was p

A Southland dairy business and its owner, an Invercargill Imam, have been ordered to pay $215,000 in penalties by the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) after having been found to have exploited three Indonesian migrant workers. Of this amount, Rural Practice Ltd was ordered to pay $145,000, and b

In the latest Lotto draw, eighteen fortunate individuals have won $23,513 each in the Lotto Second Division, marking a night of celebrations across the country. Among the winners is a lucky player from Invercargill, sharing the joy with others who struck luck in the draw. Additionally, one of these

UPDATE: Organisers have made the decision to postpone the event till 2025. Get ready for Southland’s most Southland event, Rootstock ‘24: a paddock festival celebrating the humble swede, to be held April 20 from 12-6pm in a swede paddock on Wilson’s Fruit and Vege Farm. “Think swanndries and gumboot

Highways advise progress on the SH1 Clyde Street project, with the first concrete pour scheduled for next week. To facilitate smoother traffic flow, we are reopening the northbound lanes of SH1 Clyde Street at 6pm today. These lanes will be accessible over the weekend until 7am on Monday, ensuring t

The winners of the 2024 Southland/Otago Dairy Industry Awards Share Farmer of the Year category say dairy farming is in their DNA, with endless opportunities for growth. Cameron Smith and Nicole Hanning-Smith were announced winners of the region’s Share Farmer of the Year category at a dinner at Inv

The New Zealand government is setting a new direction to support the construction sector. Construction Minister Chris Penk outlined significant steps to facilitate the use of international building products. This move is anticipated to cut down on the high costs and extensive delays currently plagui