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Positive business indicators for Southland, reflect well on the Government’s economic policies. A recent Southland Business Chamber business confidence survey, for the first quarter of 2024, showed 93 percent of respondents were confident in the plan for the region, while 44 percent expected to see

Restoration work on the historic Wachner Place clock is set to begin today. The clock will be temporarily dismantled for extensive repairs and upgrades. This project is a significant part of the wider Esk Street West redevelopment, which includes development around the new Distinction Hotel.Related:

Seventeen Lotto players are celebrating tonight after each winning $26,424 in the Lotto Second Division draw. Among the fortunate winners is a player from Southland who purchased their winning ticket from Otautau Fresh Choice. Powerball was not struck this evening and has rolled over to Saturday nig

Presbyterian Support Southland (PSS) is set to upgrade Peacehaven’s Iona dementia care unit, adding much-needed beds for the elderly in Southland. This project aims to address the growing demand for dementia care driven by an aging population and rising life expectancy. “With an aging population and

Police have released the names of the three individuals who tragically died when their boat capsized on the Riverton Bar on Saturday afternoon. The victims were 80-year-old Richard John King, 79-year-old Heather Ellen King, and 75-year-old John Stanley McCulloch, all residents of Riverton.Related: T

Invercargill City’s CCTV infrastructure will require ongoing operational costs for data storage and licensing that comes at a significant cost. Cr Ian Pottinger requested further information under the Local Government Official Information Meetings Act for council to provide a breakdown of the expend

Three major banks have announced further cuts to mortgage rates ahead of the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate (OCR) review next week. This move follows a recent trend in the market, which has seen home loan rates decline in recent months. Related: Southland Property Market Sees Surge in Listings an

The property market in Southland is witnessing significant changes, with recent data showing a notable increase in both listings and available housing stock. According to the latest report from realestate.co.nz, the region, particularly Invercargill, is seeing a dynamic shift in market trends.Relate