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Sir Tim Shadbolt has settled his claims against the Invercargill City Council and Riskpool. Sir Tim was seeking to recover his legal expenses related to a 2015 defamation claim brought by Councillor Karen Arnold. The ICC and Riskpool have not accepted liability for these expenses, but have agreed to

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Emergency services are responding to a two-vehicle collision on Nightcaps Opio Road, Opio that occurred about 3pm. Initial reports suggest one person is in a critical condition and another person is in a serious condition. The road is currently closed and diversions are in place. Motorists are advis

The South Port 2023 first half has been characterised by excellent progress being made on some longer-term initiatives for the Port, but with subdued operational performance reflecting demand constraints in China and a slowing domestic economy. Bulk cargoes through South Port New Zealand held up wel

Todd Blackmun was the inaugural winner of the Brian Crosbie Memorial Trophy at the Star Insure Classic SpeedFest at Teretonga Park, Invercargill, this weekend. The trophy remembers one of Southland’s best saloon car drivers who passed away recently. It was donated by Brian’s family and was contested

Unexpected delays have caused frustration for motorists using the Lorneville roundabout at the intersection of state highways 6, 98 and 99 north of Invercargill. According to NZ Transport Agency, a major machinery breakdown occurred last week, and a mobile asphalt plant critical to the completion of

Update: Police can now confirm one person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Otapiri Gorge Road. The crash was reported about 3pm. The road remains closed with diversions in place. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the circum

Southland Sharks have signed Johnny Helu and Romaro Gill for the upcoming 2023 Sal’s NBL campaign. Helu returns to Southland after a gap year, citing the relationships he formed during his previous stint with the team. He brings with him the experience of playing under Sharks’ Head Coach Guy Molloy.