News Desk
Here are three featured events with detailed information about each, ensuring a fantastic day of activities and entertainment. From the Bluff Garden Show happening on both Saturday and Sunday, to the thrilling Southland Rodeo, and the Wairio Trotting Club’s annual Cup Day at the Central Southland Ra
Thirteen lucky Lotto players will be having a blast after each winning $15,153 with Lotto Second Division in tonight’s live Lotto draw. The winning Second Division tickets were sold at the following stores:
Early this morning, there was a collision involving two vehicles on State Highway 1, Wairuna, in the Clutha District. The incident was reported at around 6:45 am. It has been reported that one person has sustained critical injuries. The Serious Crash Unit is on site, conducting an investigation into
ILT’s Head Office has received some much-needed remedial work, presenting a unique opportunity to not only modernise the office space but also to set the stage for improved renewable energy outcomes. Last year, ILT’s Board enthusiastically approved the installation of solar panels on the roof, a ste
The Gore District Council began demolition of the Mataura pool this week as it embarks on stage two of redeveloping Tulloch Park. It is expected to take three to four weeks to demolish the 68-year-old building. The west wall will come down first, allowing contractors access to gut the inside of the
Some people go out of their way to make their community a better place. This was acknowledged today for faithful Otautau servant Peter Gutsell, who was presented with a Community Service Award on his 80th birthday by Southland District Mayor Rob Scott. The award, which recognises Mr Gutsell’s contri
In late 2022, 29-year-old elite road cyclist Kate Wightman from Muriwai had been diagnosed with three different gynaecological cancers. Wightman was diagnosed with two types of ovarian cancer: stage 2b endometrioid carcinoma in her right ovary and a stage 3a seromucinous borderline tumour in her lef
One person has died in a crash on State Highway 1 (Milton Highway) overnight. Police were notified of the single vehicle crash at 12.45am today. A second person from the car sustained serious injuries and was transported to hospital. State Highway 1 between Lakeside Road and Moneymore Road remains c