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New Zealand First has surged to a record high in the latest political poll, climbing nearly four percentage points to put the government coalition back in a commanding position. The Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll shows New Zealand First jumping 3.9 points to 13.6%, its highest level on record.

A Gore-district farming family has been named the Southland Regional Supreme Winners at the Ballance Farm Environment Awards for transforming two neighbouring properties into a thriving, diversified operation. Tony and Michelle Roberts, alongside daughter Kate Roberts and her partner Mark Lieshout of Top Deck Trading, have built the combined 269ha

In a world of rising costs, uncertainty, and disruption, resilience may be the most important skill we are not teaching our kids. Right now, many children are struggling with things that should feel manageable. Sore wrists from too much gaming mean skipping PE. Eight-year-olds asking adults to get lunch boxes

The cost to visit Splash Palace may increase by 10 percent in the next financial year, as Invercargill City Council seeks to recoup more service delivery costs from users. Public consultation on Council’s proposed changes to its 2026/2027 Fees and Charges schedule is now open. The proposed changes

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has today announced a refreshed ministerial lineup to continue fixing the basics and protecting New Zealand’s future, with Invercargill MP Penny Simmonds joining cabinet. “New Zealanders are facing economic challenges brought on by conflict in the Middle East and its effect on fuel supply across

Organisers of the annual Placemakers Southern Scooter Challenge say it was the best one yet, raising more than $60,000 for the Grace Street Project. Latest News Loading... Co-organiser Tash Clay said changing the route from Teretonga to Te Anau with new stops along the way and the community spirit

A dedicated Otautau volunteer who has spent decades serving her community has been recognised with a Community Service Award from Southland District Council and the Wallace Takitimu Community Board. Latest Community News Loading... Shirley McCully, who lives at Scotts Gap, received the award today for her tireless work supporting western

The pioneering spirit of the Rural Women New Zealand Forestry Scheme (Southland) Inc was celebrated on Saturday. Part of Rural Women Southland Interprovincial, the group’s extensive contribution to the development of a productive forestry was formally recognised with the presentation of a Community Service Award from Southland District Council