Liz Rowsell must be one of Whitcoulls’ longest serving employees, retiring today from her job after an impressive 47 years at the Invercargill store. Arriving at the retail store on her last day, she admitted to feeling a bit teary but was also looking forward to sleeping in. “I’m a night owl and no
Queens Park is undergoing a transformation as it becomes a construction site for the new museum. Project 1225, the rebuild initiative, is progressing, and the Invercargill City Council has allocated $39.4 million towards its development. Related: Construction Reaches Halfway Point at New Museum Tisb
How responsible is methane and nitrous oxide for global warming? Come to a public meeting on Monday at the Ascot Park in Invercargill to find out. Groundswell NZ is bringing Dr Tom Sheahan, an American academic and scientist to the south, to share his views on what he calls the ‘irrelevant greenhous
The reopening of Murihiku Marae stands as a proud moment for Waihōpai Rūnaka, following an extensive redevelopment project that showcases their commitment to environmental sustainability and community wellbeing. With a triple net-zero approach targeting water, energy, and carbon neutrality, this mul
Southern Steampunkers are still amped after spending Queen’s Birthday weekend at the national festival in Oamaru. Group member Gail Mackintosh said 25 members went from Invercargill, and one of the highlights was a tethered balloon ride that kept many people entertained. The southern group was in ch
The High Commissioner of India in New Zealand, Ms Neeta Bhushan had a successful visit to Invercargill in mid-June, and attended the International Day of Yoga hosted by the Indian Community in Southland (ICS). The two-day visit also included engagements with the local community, city officials, and
It’s almost Matariki time which means Tūturu Charitable Trust is getting ready for another action-packed five day event in Queens Park in July. Funded and supported by local businesses and local and national funding entities, the Tūturu Charitable Trust organised event now in its fifth year, the fes
Graeme Appleby’s huge contribution to his community has been recognised with a Community Service Award. The long-serving Drummond volunteer was awarded the honour by Southland District Mayor Rob Scott at a function hosted by Southland District Council and the Wallace Takitimu Community Board on Frid
