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* National-led Government's support rises to 55%, widening the gap over Labour-Greens-Maori Party. * National's support increases to 37.5%, its highest level in six months since March 2024. * Labour drops to 23%, while Greens and Maori Party show slight increases in support. The latest Roy Morgan New

* The Reserve Bank has lowered the OCR by 0.5%, citing subdued economic activity. * Retail banks, including Kiwibank, ANZ, and ASB, promptly reduced their variable rates. * Finance Minister Nicola Willis welcomed the cut, highlighting potential relief for households and businesses. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has announced a 0.

Meeting of the Infrastructure and Projects Committee held in the Council Chamber, Civic Theatre, 88 Tay Street, Invercargill on Tuesday 8 October 2024 at 3.00 pm. Read more: Decisions Made On Bluff Wastewater Treatment ProjectBluff’s Wastewater Treatment Plan project has missed out being fast tracked by the Government,

* A man died in a water-related incident in Milford Sound, Southland, yesterday afternoon. * Emergency services were alerted to two people needing help in the water at 12:50pm. * One other person sustained minor injuries, and the incident is being referred to the Coroner. A man has died following a water-related

Watch: Hearings for Museum of Southland Consultation held in the Council Chamber, Civic Theatre, 88 Tay Street, Invercargill on Tuesday 8 October 2024 at 10.00 am. Read the agenda and list of submitters. Related: Watch: ICC Infrastructure and Projects Committee Meeting - 8 October 2024

* Police urge locals to lock vehicles after an increase in thefts in Clutha. * A young person was arrested following a search warrant and stolen items were recovered. * Community vigilance and securing vehicles can help reduce crime and theft incidents. Police are advising Clutha residents to secure their vehicles after a

* TVNZ has proposed shutting down its 1News website by February 2025 for cost savings. * The proposal aims to achieve $30 million in savings and streamline TVNZ’s digital strategy. * TVNZ staff were informed today, with feedback being sought before a final decision is made. TVNZ is proposing to close its

In this episode of "90 Seconds+," Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark dives into the ongoing controversy surrounding the Dunedin Hospital project and the potential cutbacks. He discusses the broader impact on healthcare services for the Southern region, the challenges faced due to historical decisions, and the need for a