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The sculpture of two labrador dogs playing with a ball is destined for lower Esk Street, despite it lacking any cultural significance to the city’s history. Invercargill city councillors voted 7-6 in favour of Mayor Nobby Clark’s Notice of Motion to accept the sculpture from the Invercargill Public

* Councillor attendance averaged 89 percent, with several members attending over 90 percent of meetings * Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell attended all but one meeting during the full council term * Health issues affected Peter Kett's final term, contributing to a lower attendance rate of 67 percent Attendance figures from the

The structural steel frames that will hold Museum of Southland’s double-hulled waka are now in place. Designed to give the impression of floating above the museum’s central foyer, the waka will become a striking centrepiece, visually linking the western experience hall with the eastern building, which will house

Invercargill’s Queens Park now has a new attraction for locals and visitors, with the recent installation of a giant outdoor chess set beside the Cheeky Llama Café. Completed this week by the Invercargill City Council’s Parks and Recreation team, the life-sized board is already proving popular. On the

Great South shareholders asked the Invercargill City Council last week to prioritise its draft letter of expectation for the coming two years, so the organisation is clear on its priorities. At last Tuesday’s council meeting, group manager – community engagement and corporate services Trudie Hurst said the shareholders would like

* 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

Eight candidates vying for Invercargill’s top job went head-to-head at a Southland Business Chamber debate last night, fielding questions on council amalgamation, water reforms, spending priorities and ratepayer affordability. The debate mixed light-hearted moments – including a “chicken of shame” given to anyone who spoke over time – with serious discussion

Invercargill City Council is looking at changes to its subsidised travel programme for residents with impairments, following significant budget overruns. The Total Mobility scheme, which has been operating nationwide since the 1980s, provides transport support for eligible users. However, usage in Invercargill has surged in recent years, placing heavy strain