Community

Environmental leaders of today and the future were celebrated at the 29th Environment Southland Community Awards in Invercargill on Friday evening. Winners ranging in ages from 11 to those in their 80s took top honours at the awards evening, which showcased the passion, innovation and dedication of Southlanders driving environmental

ILT Group held its Annual General Meeting on 8 September, providing a comprehensive overview of its financial performance for the year ending 31 March 2025. The organisation was delighted to return $8.9 million in grants and donations to the community. ILT Chief Executive Chris Ramsay said the Group was

• Helicopter work started in August and could take until the end of September • PowerNet crews are being supported by two expert teams to complete the line efficiently • The new line aims to boost electricity supply and reduce reliance on coal over time PowerNet is making steady progress on its Awarua

A project born out of passing time during wedding trips could soon become a popular attraction in rural Southland. Minigolf is on the cards for Lumsden, a small town about an hour north of Invercargill. James Titter is the brains behind the idea which was inspired by travelling to small

The Rail Heritage Trust of New Zealand is set to receive a major funding increase to support its efforts in preserving the country’s rail history. Rail Minister Winston Peters announced today that KiwiRail will increase its annual contribution to the Trust from $125,000 to $500,000. The funding

* Invercargill chocolatier Jane Stanton created special treats to support Cancer Society fundraising efforts. * Chocolates feature artwork by fellow cancer survivor Janet de Wagt for Daffodil Day. * Original artwork will also be auctioned to raise additional funds for cancer support. Jane Stanton, owner of the Invercargill-based Seriously Good Chocolate Company, has

* Structural steel installed for the museum’s double-hulled waka above the public foyer space * Western building nearly finished, eastern structure and terrace concrete pours progressing well * Behind-the-scenes work includes experience design, partnerships, and educational planning Construction at the Museum of Southland has reached another key stage, with major parts of

* John Titter led a 13-year mission to restore Lumsden’s historic railway precinct for visitors * His efforts brought in over $500,000 and included recovering buried locomotives in 2020 * Titter was recognised with a Community Service Award for his remarkable community dedication John Titter, the man behind Lumsden’s railway