One hundred and thirty invited guests were on hand on Saturday as the MP for Invercargill, Penny Simmonds assisted by Southland District Mayor Rob Scott, cut the ribbon to open the Thornbury Vintage Tractor & Implement Club’s new exhibition of Southland’s Farming History. In keeping with the occasio
Mike & About Hawthorndale Care Village update. The Hawthorndale Care Village has emerged as a beacon of innovation in community-based care, showcasing considerable progress since its inception eight months ago. This ambitious project, driven by a collaboration of local companies, exemplifies a novel
Autoplex is refining its operations to a five-day business after Waitangi weekend, as the company negotiates changes in staff as its older generation moves on. Owner Daniel Blain said Ian Hogg (74) would be retiring and another staff member reducing his hours, and so now made sense to drop back from
JB HI-FI celebrated the grand opening of its newest store in Invercargill, drawing significant crowds and earning high praise from the local community. The event not only marked the launch of the store but also showcased the strong community support and enthusiasm for the brand’s presence in the cit
As JB Hi-Fi gears up for the grand opening of its Invercargill store, the excitement is palpable, with the event promising an extraordinary mix of live music, exceptional deals, and a lively atmosphere. Scheduled for 5-6pm, Thursday, 15 February, the celebration is set to offer an unforgettable expe
It’s back to school and back to basics for Southland students returning to the classroom for 2024, Invercargill MP Penny Simmonds says. “Southland primary and intermediate students, in years 0 – 8, who are returning to school this week will be taught reading, writing and maths for an average of one
New Zealand’s southern most rodeo event is happening at Sandy Point this weekend, with an expected crowd of around 3000. Southland Rodeo is part of a southern circuit, following events in Lawrence, Outram, Mataura, Wanaka and Millers Flat, and concluding with Ranfurly at the end of the month. The cl
Here are three featured events with detailed information about each, ensuring a fantastic day of activities and entertainment. From the Bluff Garden Show happening on both Saturday and Sunday, to the thrilling Southland Rodeo, and the Wairio Trotting Club’s annual Cup Day at the Central Southland Ra
