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A comprehensive package of benefit reforms announced today seeks to encourage more Jobseeker Support recipients into employment by introducing stricter requirements and consequences for those failing to meet their obligations. Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston revealed that th

Installation of the 19th century C class carriage C100 in its permanent home in the Lumsden railway precinct moves the trust a step closer to completing a unique heritage train static display in the northern Southland town. Southland Machine Hire contractors Roger McCracken and Pete Metcalfe carried

Kiwibank’s latest Annual Regional Report presents a cautiously optimistic outlook for New Zealand’s economy. Although nearly every region has shown signs of economic recovery, Wellington continues to struggle due to public sector cuts. Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr described 2024 as a year of

Invercargill driver Mark McMillan took his maiden rally victory when he won the MLT Barry Robinson Memorial Wyndham Rally on Saturday in a very close finish after 128km of competition. McMillan and co-driver Murray Wright prevailed in their Subaru Impreza WRX Sti by just 6.3 seconds from Carter Stra

Southland kicked off their 2024 rugby season in style, securing a decisive 22-13 victory against Otago at Rugby Park. The home side, buoyed by their passionate supporters, delivered a performance that promises much for the season ahead.Related: Southland Stags Team Named to take on Otago Otago, desp

A man from Gore has been arrested and is now facing multiple charges after a dangerous driving incident that led to a police chase and drug discovery. The incident unfolded yesterday at around 3:30 pm when an officer in Edendale spotted a vehicle speeding excessively in a 100km/h zone. The officer a

After years of financial mismanagement, Oranga Tamariki is finally taking control of its funding for external service providers, according to Children’s Minister Karen Chhour. “This year I asked Oranga Tamariki to make sure the hundreds of service providers having their contracts reviewed, were prop

🚨🗣️ 90 Seconds+ with Invercargill City Mayor Nobby Clark! 🚧🏛️ Today, we dive into the exciting news about the new museum contract being signed and the upcoming CCTV installations. Tune in for the latest updates! 📽️👀 90 Seconds+ with Invercargill City Mayor Nobby Clark”, is a weekly What’s On I