The term “legend” doesn’t quite capture the magnitude of the loss felt this week with the passing of John Mayall. A true pioneer in the world of blues, Mayall’s influence stretched far and wide, nurturing a generation of musicians who would go on to shape the course of rock and blues history. His ba
ILT is thrilled to announce The Great Pub Cash Giveaway, an exciting competition exclusive to ILT taverns, featuring an impressive prize pool of $12,000. One lucky winner will receive a grand prize of $5,000, and there will be seven weekly draws of $1,000; one at each of the ILT’s neighbourhood tave
Richard Simmons, the effervescent fitness guru who inspired millions to embrace exercise with joy and enthusiasm, has passed away at the age of 75. Simmons first rose to fame in the 1980s with his infectious energy and unique approach to fitness. His popular workout videos, characterized by vibrant
Drummer Joseph O’Donnell was last night named Southland Musician of the Year, at the Southland Musicians Club Southland Music Awards. The event, at Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill, was a reboot of the former Southland Entertainment Awards, which were last held in 2020 before Covid struck. On a night
Greenstone Entertainment is celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2025 with a stellar lineup for the Summer Concert Tour. This year’s event will feature Cold Chisel, ICEHOUSE, Bic Runga, and Everclear, marking significant anniversaries for each artist and the festival itself. The tour will take place
Helen Worth, who has portrayed Gail Platt on Coronation Street since 1974, will step down at the end of the year following a “major storyline for the Platt family.” Worth, celebrating her 50th anniversary on the show next month, revealed that she made the decision to leave earlier this year. She exp
Here we go folks with another roll call of those we have lost, or they have moved on in recent months. With Eric Carman passing away during March. In no particular order, here we go. Firstly one we missed from last year, Sir Michael Gambon. English – Irish actor with a prolific career spanning 6 […]
Bringing people together is what it was all about at the Southland Multicultural Food Festival on Saturday. Record numbers came through the door at ILT Stadium Southland for the 16th annual event, and organisers estimated between 12,000 and 15,000 people attended. Southland Multicultural Trust presi
