Invercargill City councillors have failed to support Mayor Nobby Clark’s notice of motion to change the reserve status of Donovan Park for future residential land use. The council recently identified 16 properties around the city that were recommended for disposal, and Mayor Clark has been a strong
The Y Southland is preparing to welcome the community to Omaui Camp for a public open day on Saturday, 7th September. This event will showcase the extensive efforts poured into the camp’s recent developments, highlighting a true community collaboration. Visitors to the open day will have the opportu
Public consultation from 5 June to 5 July formed a key part of the process. Council received 312 submissions and 32 submitters presented during two days of hearings at the Wallacetown Community Centre on 16 and 17 July. Council deliberated on the submissions on 24 July and resolved to proceed with i
An Invercargill lawyer has addressed the Invercargill City Council on PowerNet’s Awarua power pole upgrade project, that will see some erected in resident’s backyards. Shelley Munro spoke in the public forum of the council meeting today, about the plans for the 21m-high power poles along a 19.6km li
Rugby fans are set for an exciting night this Saturday, August 24th, as the Southland Stags take on Taranaki in a special match at Rugby Park, Invercargill. This event, part of the ILT 80th Anniversary celebrations, promises a thrilling evening filled with rugby action and a post-match fireworks dis
The Indian community in Southland gathered on Friday to celebrate 77 years of India’s independence at the Invercargill City Council Premises. The event, organised by the Indian Community in Southland and supported by the High Commission of India in New Zealand, marked a significant moment of pride
The Southland Boys’ High School Board has announced the appointment of Ray Laurenson as the new Rector of Southland Boys’ High School. Laurenson’s selection followed a thorough recruitment process managed by EDSOL NZ, attracting a significant number of high-calibre candidates. Co-Presiding member Em
A new flood protection infrastructure, the Stead Street Pump Station, was officially opened today by Associate Regional Development Minister Mark Patterson. This new station is set to bolster Invercargill’s ability to manage severe weather events, significantly enhancing flood resilience for the Inv
