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Olympic double gold medallist Ellesse Andrews stole the spotlight in Brisbane by setting a world record in the newly standardized 1,000m time trial for both men and women. Clocking in at an astonishing 1:04.697—averaging 56kph—Andrews shattered the previous record of 1:07.287 set by

We are back on the Mayors favourite topic 'Rates' Council rates are set to rise by 10-14%—a massive increase being suggested by Council CEO Michael Day and senior staff. But is this hike really necessary? Mayor Nobby Clark says NO and believes it should be capped at

There was some extremely close racing across both days of the Ascot Park Hotel Classic SpeedFest at Teretonga Park in Invercargill over the weekend. Related: Great Racing Action On First Day Of Classic Speedfest In the HVRA class, Gary Johnstone of Christchurch took first blood in his Jaguar XJS from

UPDATED 5:05pm: SH1 at Edendale is now open after the earlier accident. Due to this accident, Highways South will not be going ahead with the planned closure tonight (Sunday) between 8-10pm for chipsealing. UPDATED 4:40pm: State Highway 1 near Edendale is currently closed following a crash. The closure

Southlanders made the most of outstanding conditions at the 2025 MLT Moonshine Trail near Gore on Saturday. A big field of 450 bikers, runners and walkers took part in a range of categories based around the Dolamore Park tracks, Hokonui trails and once-a-year access on private farmland. Active Southland chief

The first day of racing at the Ascot Park Hotel Classic SpeedFest at Teretonga Park in Invercargill was a stunner, with exciting competition across all classes on the programme. Related: Classic SpeedFest Delivers Intense Racing Action Gary Johnstone of Christchurch claimed victory in the eagerly awaited opening HVRA Class race,

* Invercargill welcomed a delegation from Kumagaya, continuing a 31-year sister city relationship. * The visitors explored local attractions, businesses, and cultural sites across Invercargill and Bluff. * Officials highlighted the importance of exchanges in strengthening ties and fostering mutual benefits. Invercargill has once again welcomed a delegation from its Japanese sister city,

For 30 days of a glorious 1954 summer, New Zealand has been honoured with the presence of the Sovereign and her consort. From north, south, east and west, countless thousands have thronged to see and acclaim the Royal visitors. Wherever the Queen has gone, there too have the cameras followed. The gr