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* Surrey Park Grandstand will undergo earthquake strengthening for safety and community use. * Construction starts mid-November, with completion expected by May 2025. * Improvements include a new roof and compliance with 34 percent earthquake standards. The Surrey Park Grandstand in Invercargill is set to receive significant upgrades as part of an earthquake

Aussie has The Melbourne Cup. we have the New Zealand Trotting Cup. The Big Dance, as they call it all part of the huge week that is show week in Christchurch. There are so many top horses and drivers that will line up for the $1 million big race that

* Fonterra confirms plans to divest its global Consumer and integrated businesses. * The Co-op raises its milk price forecast for the 2024/25 season. * Buyer interest highlights the value of Fonterra’s strong global business portfolio. Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has announced its decision to proceed with divestment options for its

The work that some frontline volunteer service organisations in Southland do is quite literally life-saving. What’s more incredible is that these services are often provided by local volunteers, who give their time and energy to help and support others in their community. In fact, if it weren’t for

Joe Huth is a dedicated "Knight Rider" historian who owns one of the original KITT cars used in the 1980s television series. His passion for the show led him to co-author "Knight Rider: 30 Years of a Lone Crusader and His Talking Car" and establish the

* Glenn Haden won the time trial stage, narrowly beating Ben Oliver by one second. * Josh Burnett leads overall with a nearly two-minute advantage over Matthew Wilson. * Final stage covers 77km to Invercargill amidst challenging weather conditions. Masters rider Glenn Haden claimed victory in the penultimate stage of the 2024 SBS

* Josh Burnett holds orange jersey despite challenging rain-soaked Southland stage. * Liam Walsh secures first solo stage win amidst PowerNet’s successful tour performance. * Final day features a time trial and 77km stage to Invercargill. Josh Burnett remains the man to beat as he retained the leader’s orange jersey heading

* The $87 million museum project officially began with a ceremonial sod-turning event. * Community support drove the council’s decision to fund and prioritise the museum build. * The museum will combine tactile and immersive digital exhibits, opening in late 2026. The next phase of work on the Museum of Southland was