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Joy Brown has snapped up the entire remaining collection of Joy Cowley children’s books from an Auckland warehouse - and it’s been a real labour of love. Best known for the much-loved Greedy Cat series, Cowley has also created timeless favourites such as Mrs Wishy Washy, The Hungry

The Southland Rodeo Association is expecting another big crowd for its annual event this weekend. Last year saw record numbers through the gate of more than 4000 people, with plenty of action from the bucking bulls to entertain everyone. Now in its 67th year, the Southland Rodeo is part of

November 7 has been announced as the date of the 2026 election. Announcing the date early in the New Year allows Southlanders to focus on the future. It also gives markets, businesses and investors certainty for the year to come. But before we look too far ahead, it’s also

Big engines. Classic cars. Pure adrenaline. Two massive motorsport weekends are locked in for Teretonga Park in 2026 👇 Talent From Around The Globe Heading For Teretonga ParkTeretonga Park in Invercargill maintains its tradition of bringing some of the most exciting sporting stars from around the globe to our region when

Southern Automobiles has opened the doors to its brand-new Mitsubishi showroom in Invercargill — a space that blends modern design with a nod to history.  During the rebuild, copper pipes from the building’s former life as Valentines Restaurant were uncovered beneath the concrete floor, a reminder of the stories that

Larry Kwon has brought Korea to Invercargill with his elevator-themed photo booths in Invercargill Central. The idea began rather serendipitously as one of his wife’s closest friends visited them with her husband after a family trip around New Zealand.  It turned out he was the founder of BYTP -

Supporting local is the best Christmas gift you can give businesses this December. Windsor Stationery and Gifts is one example of this with the family owned and operated business having been part of the city since 1977. The owners have now been in the store for four years and have

Invercargill’s city centre has been transformed with Christmas cheer this month, as local businesses compete in the Get Festive Invercargill Top Storefront Decoration competition. The festive initiative, organised by Great South and Invercargill City Council, aims to encourage community spirit and support for local shops, with 27 businesses decorating