Bringing together the latest news and updates from Invercargill City, Southland District, Gore District, and Environment Southland. This section offers a consolidated view of key decisions, community initiatives, environmental policies, and local governance. Stay informed with comprehensive coverage of council activities, ensuring you're up to date with everything happening across Southland's councils in one convenient place.
Cyanobacteria has been found in the Oreti River but there is no threat at present to drinking water supplies around the city. The Invercargill City Council reported to today’s Infrastructure Committee that the ‘Blue Green’ algae was detected on March 13 by Environment Southland. Found in the vicinit
Work involves pavement excavation, drainage, concreting, structural asphalt, and line marking and will take place in the southbound lanes of SH1 between Balmoral Drive and Nith St with some work also required in the lane from Bond St into Clyde St (southbound). The southbound lanes of SH1 Clyde St w
We are back on crime, youth crime in particular after last Fridays horrible assault on a shop owner. It seems to be same small bunch of trash causing issues in the city. Mayor Nobby is planning a public meeting on Saturday 6th April, 7pm at Invercargill Civic Theatre.
The Bluff Service Centre, operated by the Invercargill City Council, will soon relocate temporarily to the Bluff Town Hall. This move comes as the neighboring Bluff Club Hotel is slated for demolition to prepare for the Bluff Oyster Festival happening in May. Related: From Demolition to Celebration
Invercargill City councillor Ian Pottinger is asking business leaders for political accountability over a sister city relationship with China that has gone quiet. A report to the council from manager governance Michael Morris revealed Invercargill has two sister cities – Suqian in China and Kumagaya
Residents of Bluecliffs, a small community in Southland, are facing serious challenges due to erosion affecting their properties. During a meeting held on Wednesday with local council and emergency management representatives, the community sought answers and solutions to the persistent erosion cause
Tokanui turned out to honour the staggering service of Sandra Earwaker. Mrs. Earwaker is a tireless and passionate advocate for her community and has been heavily involved behind the scenes in nearly every aspect of life in her area for many years. She continues to lead the way in working to make he
In this interview, we sit down with Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell to talk about his recent announcement to run for mayor in the October 2025 local council elections. Deputy Mayor Campbell shares his ideas for the city’s future, what he hopes to achieve if elected, and his approach to the challenges our
