Community

More community hubs, warmer homes and greener programmes are on the way after Rio Tinto New Zealand Aluminium Smelter and Ngāi Tahu awarded $500,000 to ten Southland projects in the third Community Development Fund round. The partnership between the smelter and iwi, signed in 2022, centres on remediation, energy

* Over one hundred leg hold traps were removed by Parks staff yesterday. * Council urges public to report any traps rather than touching or moving them. * Alternative pest control methods are in place to protect pets and community safety. The Invercargill City Council has raised concerns after more than one hundred

Four iconic clocks have returned to their platforms after a community-led restoration spanning two years. Local firms donated materials and specialist labour, keeping heritage skills alive for future generations. Their mechanisms are still being tuned off-site and are expected back in time for summer. Four historic railway clocks have been

Some people do ‘Dry July’ - Invercargill JB HI-FI has started a new trend- cold water plunging in the middle of winter instead. And it’s all in the name of mental health. Invercargill manager Tony Keay said the business supported six charity ‘Helping Hand’ partners including McKenzie’s gift

Council staff caught up with Naylor Love Site Manager Iain Chapman for a behind-the-scenes look at one of Invercargill’s biggest projects — the construction of the new Museum of Southland. It’s exciting to see community space come together!

The owner of South City Mall has terminated his contract with Smart Compliance Management and the signage is coming down at the end of this week. Glamore owner Stacey Johnsen said she understood that people would also be reimbursed their  parking fines, if they took them into mall management. “It’

ILT proudly celebrated its annual ILT Excellence Awards last week, recognising the dedication and achievements of teams across its diverse portfolio of 23 businesses and 37 brands. The Supreme Award was presented to The Langlands, an accolade selected by ILT’s Executive Team from among all category winners. This honour

* Schools and preschools across New Zealand wore pyjamas to support hospitalised children’s families * Ronald McDonald House Charity warned more funding is needed as demand for help continues to rise * Southland locals joined nationwide efforts to help families stay close during medical emergencies In late June, schools, childcare centres, and