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Work on the storage facility at Tisbury to house the Southland Museum and Art Gallery collection is officially under way after a site blessing and sod-turning event on Thursday morning. The commencement of work at the storage facility marks the start of Project 1225, which will also deliver a new mu

The Stirling Point viewing platform in Bluff will be closed for repairs on December 5, after it has been the continued target of vandalism. Part of the platform was blocked off in early October after the glass panels that partially surround it were smashed. Replacement panelling has now arrived and

Invercargill Police are continuing to investigate two shootings from early this year, which we believe involve the Mongrel Mob and are asking for assistance from the public. The first shooting occurred at around 1am on 31 January 2022 where an unknown number of offenders fired eight shots from a hig

The weather held , crowds packed the city centre for the 2022 Southland Santa Parade.

Looking for something original to add to your Christmas gift list this year? How about checking out the Southland Wood Workers Guild annual exhibition on until December 4, for some inspiring creations. The group has many traditional wooden toys available for sale, including trains and carriages, roc

Presbyterian Support Southland (PSS) Chairman Craig Smith is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Russell as the incoming Chief Executive (CE) for one of Southland’s largest charitable social and health services providers. Matt will replace current CE Michael Parker who is returning to Christ

Presbyterian Support Southland (PSS) Chairman Craig Smith is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Russell as the incoming Chief Executive (CE) for one of Southland’s largest charitable social and health services providers. Matt will replace current CE Michael Parker who is returning to Christ

One of Invercargill’s most popular Christmas traditions is back this Saturday, and the crowd is expected to be just as lively as always. Santa Parade organisers are busy getting ready for the big event, as well as a family Gala afternoon to follow from 2:30pm on Gala Street reserve. The original 3km