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Invercargill mayor Tom Campbell has called on the city council to urgently prioritise a backup water supply, warning the community remains vulnerable with only one source of drinking water. Speaking to a water committee this week, Campbell said public concern was growing and action was overdue. “I think as we’

Toyota’s compact hybrid, the Aqua, has topped AMI Insurance’s list of New Zealand’s most stolen cars for the fourth year in a row. The insurer received more than 9,000 theft and attempted theft claims in 2025, covering over 760 different vehicle makes and models. The Toyota

Recent survey results from Southland’s Waituna Lagoon have given the Department of Conservation (Doc) a reason to be hopeful, with signs the wetland may be recovering from years of environmental decline. The annual monitoring showed a sharp drop in algae levels and an increase in aquatic plant Ruppia, which

An Invercargill resident has struck it lucky, winning $1 million with Lotto First Division in Saturday night’s live draw. The winning ticket was sold online through MyLotto. A Lotto NZ spokesperson said, “One lucky Lotto player from Invercargill will be in for a treat after winning $1 million with

The Government has announced major changes to New Zealand’s Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS), marking the first significant update since 2011. The changes aim to simplify the process, reduce costs, and make it easier for young people to obtain a full driver licence. Transport Minister Chris Bishop said, “These

The Southland Rodeo Association is expecting another big crowd for its annual event this weekend. Last year saw record numbers through the gate of more than 4000 people, with plenty of action from the bucking bulls to entertain everyone. Now in its 67th year, the Southland Rodeo is part of

A tense exchange during an Invercargill City Council committee meeting has left one councillor refusing to apologise for a pointed remark, despite a prolonged silence and requests from colleagues. The moment unfolded on Tuesday during a discussion about a projects report. Councillor Ian Pottinger voiced criticism of spending on the

Police in Southland are continuing efforts to find missing Invercargill man Kevin Belling, who has now been missing for nearly four weeks. The 62-year-old was reported missing on Sunday 18 January. He was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm on Friday 9 January and has not been heard from