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The duck-shooting season kicks off on Saturday – and the girls won’t miss out when Winton hosts a Fashion and Food Extravaganza just for them. Spokesperson and fashion stylist Mary Witsey said duck shooting weekend was normally a time for the boys – but this year was going to be different. “Winton i

UPDATE: 6:25pm Police advise Elles Road, Invercargill has reopened following a serious crash around 3.30pm. Police would like to thank motorists for their patience. Emergency services rushed to Elles Road in Invercargill after a severe vehicle collision that occurred shortly after 3:30 PM on Monday.

Join us in this episode of 90 Seconds+ with Invercargill City Mayor Nobby Clark as we dive into pressing local issues. Today, Mayor Clark discusses the challenges surrounding rate increases—a common struggle among councils striving to keep them manageable. We’ll also get an exciting sneak peek at th

Invercargill MP Penny Simmonds says she is looking forward to being able to put more energy into her other portfolios, in the wake of changes made this week. Prime Minister Chris Luxon announced on Wednesday that he had decided to ask Louise Upston to take responsibility for the Disabilities Issues

Twenty lucky Lotto players have each bagged $13,549 after winning the Lotto Second Division in tonight’s live draw. Among these winners, one particularly fortunate player from Taranaki not only scored in the Second Division but also clinched the Powerball Second Division, boosting their total winnin

Last night, a group of five young men found themselves stranded after losing their way on the Makarewa Falls track in the Hokonui Hills, Southland. The group, all in their late teens, had been caught off guard by the diminishing light while on their evening walk. As darkness fell, they wisely used t

Riverton’s renowned pāua shell, a celebrated town icon, is set to have a new home in Koi Koi Park next to the local skatepark, following a detailed public consultation process facilitated by the Southland District Council. The decision, however, has not been without controversy. Michael Weusten, cha

General Manager Corporate Support/Chief Financial Officer Lornae Straith has been appointed as interim CEO at the Gore District Council. Yesterday, the Council appointed Lornae in an in-committee council meeting. She takes up the role on Monday, 13 May, replacing Stephen Parry, who recently announce