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Electronics retailer JB Hi-Fi has lifted New Zealand sales by 20.8% to NZD 396 million in the 2024 financial year, narrowing its loss before tax to NZD 0.2 million. JB Hi-Fi now operates 23 stores nationwide, including the JB Hi-Fi inside Invercargill Central, which celebrated its first birthday

A group of Southern train enthusiasts are full steam ahead with trying to secure 7km of railway line between Lorneville and Branxholme, to start a heritage railway route. The Southern Steam Trust has been eyeing up the Invercargill-Ohai route for several years, and now KiwiRail has pulled out, the group

* Dawn Meats plans to acquire 65 percent of Alliance Group shares for NZ$250 million. * Proposed deal aims to strengthen finances, fund growth and deliver returns to farmer shareholders. * Partnership would create strong global market presence combining beef and lamb expertise. Alliance Group has announced that shareholders will soon vote

In this episode of 90 Seconds+ Mayor Nobby Clark speaks candidly about the upcoming election, council achievements, and controversial issues—from the clock tower budget to abuse of mobility subsidies. Don’t miss this no-nonsense update from Southland’s civic frontlines. Also worth a watch: Nobby Clark On Challenges In

* Lotto Second Division wins brought celebrations for players in Invercargill and across the country. * MyLotto app sales contributed to multiple wins, including significant Invercargill prizes on separate draws. * Rotorua player secured extra Powerball Second Division prize, increasing their total winnings substantially. Invercargill Lotto players have enjoyed a streak of good

Donald Trump is currently the 2024 Presidential Candidate of the Republican Party. He previously served as America’s 45th president, and is also a businessman and media personality.

Mitre 10 Mega Invercargill is stoked with its upgraded Columbus cafe, and the local community is too. General manager Tracy Key said the interior is now more light and modern, making for a more enjoyable customer experience. “This new look complements the new kids play area that was refreshed earlier

Tension is building between Invercargill city councillors, with Grant Dermody and Tom Campbell accusing Ian Pottinger of being misleading and scaremongering in the build up to elections. Cr Pottinger is a mayoral candidate and spoke publicly on Friday last week about rumours the Bluff wastewater upgrade could cost ratepayers tens