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* Suzanne Prentice recognised for outstanding contributions to music, charity work and community leadership * Neville Gordon Phillips awarded for decades of service to firefighting and ice sports development * Investiture ceremonies at Government House continue until early May celebrating achievements across sectors Two Southland locals were recognised for their exceptional service yesterday

A frustrating crash forced New Zealand motorcycle racer Cormac Buchanan to settle for 19th overall at round five of the Moto3 World Championship in Spain yesterday. The 18-year-old’s form was strong in the early stages of the race at Circuito de Jerez Angel Nieto, progressing up into 11th place

Even having to run with his shorts on inside out couldn’t prevent Southland middle distance athlete James McLeay from finishing his summer in emphatic style. McLeay won the Australian under 20 1500m title in Perth earlier this month, improving on his third place at the same event a year

The popular Duck Shooters’ Widows Designer Clothing Sale is back again this year - and it’s bigger and better than ever before. The massive designer new and pre-loved designer clothing sale has doubled in size this year, extending over 2 days to include both this Friday and Saturday of

Jackie Geange of Invercargill was the winner of the Invercargill Harness Racing Club’s major promotion at their annual Diamonds Day race meeting at Ascot Park Raceway in Invercargill on Sunday. Geange was the winner of a Diamond Ring, independently valued at $7560, courtesy of Coats & Schuck Jewellers and

Jeanna Rodgers’ tireless voluntary work has been at the heart of the Lumsden community for more than twenty years. Her ongoing dedication was officially recognised on Thursday evening when she received a Southland District Council and Northern Community Board Community Service Award. Mayor Rob Scott and community board chair Greg

* Industries will soon control how they train apprentices and trainees across New Zealand. * New Industry Skills Boards will set standards and manage assessments from January 2026. * The Government says the changes will better connect learning with real-world job requirements. The Government is changing work-based learning to give industries more say

* Troopers Memorial closure marks final step in full Dee and Tay resurfacing project * Drivers advised of detours and road closures across Southland during Anzac events and upgrades * Maintenance schedule may change based on weather, holiday staffing and other local events The full resurfacing of Dee and Tay Streets in Invercargill