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LandSAR Deployed to Rescue Two Hunters Lost in Longwoods Forest
LandSAR Deployed to Rescue Two Hunters Lost in Longwoods Forest
News   -   Jul 15, 2024

On Saturday night, at around 5.30pm, Police were alerted to two missing hunters in Longwoods Forest, Southland. The hunters lost their trail in the dark near the top of the Longwood Range. “Police were able to establish communication with the hunters and their exact location via cell phone,” said Se

World’s Rarest Whale Found on Otago Beach
World’s Rarest Whale Found on Otago Beach
Environment   -   Jul 15, 2024

A whale so rare that only six specimens have ever been documented has washed ashore on an Otago beach. On Thursday, 4 July, the Department of Conservation (DOC) staff received reports of a beaked whale, approximately 5 metres long, near Taiari Mouth. After inspection and consultation with marine mam

Zac Thomas: Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year
Zac Thomas: Otago Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year
Farming   -   Jul 11, 2024

For 30-year-old Zac Thomas, becoming a farmer was a no-brainer. Ever since he was little, he knew it was what he wanted to do.   “Farming is always something I’ve really enjoyed. Even after three years in the Air Force, I always had the goal to come back.”  So, in 2017, that’s exactly what he […]

NZ Aligns Clean Car Importer Standard with Australia
NZ Aligns Clean Car Importer Standard with Australia
Sport/Motorsport   -   Jul 10, 2024

The Government is set to align the Clean Car Importer Standard with Australia’s regulations. This move aims to provide certainty in the vehicle import market and reduce living costs for New Zealanders, according to Transport Minister Simeon Brown. “The Government supports the Clean Car Importer Stan

Kiwi Tennis Star Lulu Sun Triumphs Over Raducanu at Wimbledon
Kiwi Tennis Star Lulu Sun Triumphs Over Raducanu at Wimbledon
News   -   Jul 09, 2024

Kiwi tennis sensation Lulu Sun has garnered widespread praise following her stunning victory over British star Emma Raducanu in the fourth round of Wimbledon. Sun, originally from Te Anau, Southland, switched allegiance from Switzerland to New Zealand earlier this year. She triumphed over Raducanu w

Southland Housing Market Resilient Amid National Decline
Southland Housing Market Resilient Amid National Decline
News   -   Jul 09, 2024

The latest QV House Price Index reveals that New Zealand’s housing market continues to struggle, with home values dropping by an average of 0.9% nationally over the three months to the end of June 2024. This marks a larger reduction than the 0.2% quarterly decline observed in May. The average home v

Tree Harvesting to Begin at Sandy Point Domain
Tree Harvesting to Begin at Sandy Point Domain
Council   -   Jul 09, 2024

Invercargill City Council is preparing to begin proactive tree harvesting in Sandy Point Domain, following the guidelines of its Tree Plan 2020. This long-term strategy aims to ensure the sustainability of trees and public safety across the city through responsible management. Kate Gough, Council Pa

90 Seconds+ with Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell
90 Seconds+ with Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell
90 Seconds+   -   Jul 07, 2024

Welcome back to 90 Seconds+! In today’s episode, we have a detailed chat with Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell. With Mayor Nobby Clark taking a month’s leave, Tom steps up to discuss a range of important topics. Tom shares his thoughts (8:35) on the mainstream media, critiquing their selective coverage and

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