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Farm plans have been a cornerstone of Southland’s environmental management, addressing contamination risks associated with farming activities. Agriculture Minister Todd McClay, Environment Minister Penny Simmonds, and Associate Environment Minister Andrew Hoggard stressed the importance of the extension in easing pressure on farmers. “Cabinet has agreed to provide more time

* Coalition Government invests $2.2 million to develop Southland’s aquaculture centre of excellence. * Ocean Beach expansion includes farming pods, training facilities, and workforce accommodation. * Project aligns with New Zealand's $3 billion aquaculture sales target by 2035. Ocean Beach is celebrating a $2.2 million loan from the

The Riverton Blues and Jazz festival in February 2025 promises to inject that summer carnival vibe back into the community. Passionate local Jaimee McCabe is part of a new committee organising the inaugural event at Taramea Bay. Walking along the beach two years ago with her fiancé, Jaimee noticed how

* Government receives record-breaking submissions on proposed changes to build granny flats more easily. * Homeowners and industry workers highlight council processes as barriers to affordable housing growth. * Next steps include detailed policy design with legislation expected by 2025. Nearly 2,000 submissions have been received on the Government’s proposals to

* Bluff’s new adventure park offers trails and facilities for all skill levels. * The park features 27 trails with names reflecting local landmarks and biodiversity. * Opening day includes a blessing, activities, and celebrations for the public. Bluff is set to unveil its latest recreational attraction, the Motupōhue Adventure Park, on

* Researchers recorded earthquakes as deep as 40km in Southland's continental crust. * Study revealed unusually deep seismic activity due to unique crust composition with iron-rich minerals. * Findings improve understanding of hidden faults and future earthquake risks in Southland. University of Otago researchers have detected earthquakes as deep as 40

* Watermain upgrades begin 21 November, lasting approximately three weeks near Clyde St roundabout. * North and south traffic on SH1 Clyde St remains unaffected during the works. * Detours required for east-west roundabout travel; delays expected, plan journeys accordingly. SouthRoads will begin watermain upgrades near the State Highway 1 Clyde Street and

Christmas is set to shine a little bit brighter for hundreds of Southlanders this year thanks to the growing community support of City Impact Church Invercargill’s (CICI) Christmas Parcel initiative.  Each year the church worked with local kindergartens, schools, and social services and support agencies which would refer children,