News Desk

* Bluff event returns with music, market stalls, and a dramatic fire and light show * Gore’s glowing celebration includes performers, learning experiences and indoor spaces for warmth * Both events are free and designed for all ages to mark Matariki in style Bluff and Gore are preparing to light up the

* Police inspected 54 vehicles and found serious faults in over one third of them * Operation involved multiple road safety teams working across Friday and Saturday nights * Police urge the public to report antisocial driving behaviour as soon as possible Southern District Police cracked down on illegal and dangerous driving in

* Invercargill Council hosting session for those considering standing in this year’s elections * Briefing covers nominations, campaigning, election rules and roles of elected representatives * Nominations open on 4 July and voting runs from 9 September to 11 October Thinking of running for Council but unsure what it really involves? Invercargill

* Drainage and roadworks will start early to finish within one day, avoiding longer disruption * Traffic lights and stop/go management will create delays on both sides of the Aparima Bridge * Drivers should expect queues and allow extra time for school and work travel Drivers in Riverton and surrounding areas are

Independent economist Tony Alexander is back with the latest on the property market, interest rates, and the state of investment property. Why are the South Island’s private debt levels looking lower than the North? What happened to the housing market recovery that some anticipated late last year? Why does

In this episode of Markets with Madison, she goes behind the scenes with Aaron Green, CEO of iconic New Zealand boat maker Stabicraft. From its rugged roots in the 1980s to its rapid expansion across North America, learn how this Southland-based company is redefining safe, adventure-ready boating. Kiwi boatbuilder Stabicraft

New figures released today showing a decline in New Zealand’s gas reserves is a stark reminder why the Government is taking decisive action to bolster the industry and seek more investment in exploration and production, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. “New Zealand needs a secure supply of affordable and

UPDATE 4am Road now open. UPDATE 8:55pm State Highway 97 remains CLOSED in its entirety. Please continue to detour via SH6 and SH94. Mossburn Five Rivers Road, near Diack Road, is currently closed following a bus crash earlier this afternoon. The bus was carrying 17 passengers, including the driver,