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* Cormac Buchanan secured New Zealand’s first-ever Moto3 World Championship point in his debut race. * Despite an early crash, he battled through 18 laps in extreme heat to finish strong. * Buchanan now shifts focus to round two in Argentina on March 14-16. New Zealand’s Cormac Buchanan made a strong

* Night roadworks on Tay Street continue with eastbound closures from 6 PM to 6 AM. * Lane closures on Dee Street and Otatara Road works will cause detours and delays. * Heavy traffic expected on Bainfield Road for A&P Show on Saturday. The resurfacing of State Highway 1 (Tay Street)

* Thousands took part in the Wensley’s Cycles Surf to City, walking, running, and biking. * The event supports community involvement, fundraising, and accessibility for all participants. * Red Cross programme provides bikes for former refugees settling in Invercargill. The Wensley’s Cycles Surf to City event once again drew thousands of

On episode #2281 of The Joe Rogan Experience, Elon Musk joined Joe Rogan for another deep dive into some of the most pressing issues of our time. The conversation spanned a wide range of topics, from the dangers of artificial intelligence and government inefficiencies to the challenges facing SpaceX and

* Meridian and NZAS have agreed on a 50MW power reduction for winter 2025. * The reduction will take effect from 10 March to 31 August 2025. * Meridian may call for further demand reductions in April 2026. Meridian Energy Limited and New Zealand Aluminium Smelters Limited (NZAS) have reached an agreement to

* Trump insists he is neutral, focused on securing peace, and aligned with global stability. * Zelensky challenges Trump's approach, citing past Russian actions and broken agreements. * JD Vance accuses Zelensky of disrespecting US support, urging appreciation for American aid. A tense and fiery discussion unfolded in the Oval Office

A new initiative is giving Southland children a healthier reward for their sporting efforts. The Manawa Tītī award replaces traditional ‘player of the day’ certificates with a free pass to Splash Palace, encouraging active play beyond the sports field. Created in partnership with Invercargill sports organisations, the award is supported

Join Mayor Nobby Clark as he discusses key city issues, including rate increases, the estimated $4 million spent on consultants, and concerns over the proposed inner city $5 million playground. He also highlights infrastructure upgrades, Bluff Hill’s expanding bike trails, and a recent visit from Invercargill’s Japanese sister