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The Ronald McDonald Family Room at Southland Hospital has reached a significant milestone, celebrating its 10th anniversary. Since opening on December 12, 2013, the Family Room has been a vital resource for families with children receiving hospital care. Over 1200 families have used the facility for

The Government has begun the process of disestablishing Te Pūkenga as part of its 100-day plan, Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills Penny Simmonds says. “I have started putting that plan into action and have met with the chair and chief Executive of Te Pūkenga to advise them of my approach. I

A waka ama pilot project trialled through SIT this year is targeting the wellbeing of Māori and Pasifika construction ākonga | students. The opportunity to gain funding for the four-week pilot project came through Te Whatu Ora via Te Pūkenga, under the national fund of Kaupapa Māori Wananga. Jodi Co

Invercargill’s Ascot Park Hotel was the venue last night for the first of ILT’s two Christmas dinners dedicated to residents over the age of 70. This event marked the beginning of the festive season, providing a special evening for the senior members of the community. The event, a staple in Invercar

Invercargill’s museum rebuild is advancing rapidly with Naylor Love, a local construction firm, joining as the main contractor for the new Museum of Southland. This development is part of the Invercargill City Council’s ambitious Project 1225, which aims to revitalize the city’s cultural infrastruct

The moment you’ve been eagerly awaiting is here! The beloved Christmas Lights are one of What’s On Inver’s favorite events, and now you can explore the stunning homes featured in the 2023 Professionals Invercargill Christmas Lights Community Showcase. Click the link to plan your journey through our

Organisers of the Bluff Oyster and Food Festival won’t be selling tickets to the iconic event in May 2024 until the Club Hotel is actually demolished.Related: Bluff Club Hotel Demolition Approved, With Conditions “Our view is the festival is not on until after the building is on the ground,” trust c

The 2023 Murihiku Christmas Tree Festival at ILT Stadium Southland is in its final week, just as we head into Christmas and count down our final days of the year. Hannah Lane, who is one of the co-ordinators of the festival, said this year 30 businesses have signed up to be involved, and all have […