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Man Arrested After Invercargill Police PursuitPolice have arrested a man after a vehicle fled during a routine traffic interaction in Invercargill on Tuesday evening. The incident began around 5pm, when officers approached a man to speak with him about a driving matter. The driver sped off, prompting police to initiate

Christmas celebrations in Invercargill are set to ramp up another level this weekend as the Christmas Market on Esk Street brings dozens of local vendors, festive shopping and family-friendly fun into the heart of the city. The outdoor market will run on Saturday, December 6, from 10.30am to 2.

ILT Stadium Southland is putting a personal spin on Christmas giving with a campaign that invites Southlanders to "take a seat" – literally. The new initiative, Take a Seat Southland, allows people to dedicate a grandstand seat plaque as a meaningful gift this holiday season. From just $100, friends,

Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds has announced the ministerial appointments to the inaugural governing councils of New Zealand’s ten re-established polytechnics, marking a milestone in returning decision-making and accountability to the regions.  “I am pleased to confirm these appointments, which restore local leadership and strengthen connections with communities and

Big fields of cars in almost every class will guarantee two days of action-packed motor racing at Teretonga Park in Invercargill this weekend. The OSCA Super Saloons always create plenty of excitement and that will be full on this year with 20 cars entered. Two rounds into their championship, Tim

Regional Leadership Returns To SITVocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds has announced the ministerial appointments to the inaugural governing councils of New Zealand’s ten re-established polytechnics, marking a milestone in returning decision-making and accountability to the regions. “I am pleased to confirm these appointments, which restore local leadership and strengthen

Following the recent local elections, the Invercargill Licensing Trust board is preparing for its scheduled strategic planning session in January.   As part of changes made after Covid, ILT now reviews its strategic direction every three years,  aligning this work with the triennial elections.  Chief executive Chris Ramsay said the regular

In a major shift for local government funding, the New Zealand Government has confirmed plans to restrict annual council rate increases to between 2% and 4% per capita. The move aims to protect what the Government calls local government's “social licence” while addressing concerns over rising household costs