* Motupōhue Adventure Park opened with 27 trails inspired by local heritage and biodiversity.
* Trails designed to attract outdoor enthusiasts and boost Bluff’s community and economy.
* New tracks enhance year-round access and promote Bluff as a major adventure destination.
The much-anticipated Motupōhue Adventure Park officially opened over the weekend, welcoming
ACT MP Simon Court is making at a trip south to meet Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark on December 17, after backlash about his proposed private members bill.
Invercargill City councillors also voted yesterday to support the Invercargill Licensing Trust’s concept of continuing with its trading privileges, and oppose the
* ILT and St John celebrate 80 AEDs installed across Invercargill.
* Ascot Four Square’s new AED enhances community access and health shuttle support.
* Ongoing partnership ensures AED maintenance and offers public awareness training.
The installation of the 80th Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in Invercargill highlights a major milestone in a
Another temporary alcohol ban will be in force around the vicinity of the Ascot Park Raceway this Christmas, to stop people from sneaking booze in and out of the event.
Invercargill Police in conjunction with the Invercargill City Council have put the ban in place as a result of incidents
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
