Home & Garden

An Invercargill parks planner has been recognised as the country's best at a national awards ceremony. Invercargill City Council Senior Open Spaces Planner Cassandra Horton was named Parks Leader of the Year at the 2026 Recreation Aotearoa Parks Awards in Hamilton last Thursday. The award recognises exceptional leadership

After pricing up replacing my old courtyard pavers with new charcoal ones, the cost was enough to make me think twice. I needed a Plan B. Dean at Wrens Invercargill on Yarrow Street came to the rescue, suggesting I look at staining them instead with Novex Easy Seal Concrete Stain/

A seasonal paint refresh is one of the easiest ways to lift the look of your home, protect your outdoor spaces, and add instant street appeal. Whether it’s a sun-faded fence, a tired-looking deck, or garden furniture in need of love, the right products and a little prep can

Welcome to What’s On Invers: Home & Garden. As spring arrives, our new section brings you seasonal ideas, practical tips, and expert advice for Southland living. This week we’re looking at lawns – how to revive tired patches and sow fresh grass just in time for summer. After months