Environment Southland has issued a warning after detecting toxic algae in the Waiau River near the Excelsior Creek inflow. While algae naturally occur in waterways, certain types can produce harmful toxins, especially during stable river flows and fine weather.
Toxic algae can appear as dark green or brown slime on
* Coalition Government invests $2.2 million to develop Southland’s aquaculture centre of excellence.
* Ocean Beach expansion includes farming pods, training facilities, and workforce accommodation.
* Project aligns with New Zealand's $3 billion aquaculture sales target by 2035.
Ocean Beach is celebrating a $2.2 million loan from the
* New Riverton Aparima playground and pump track enhance Taramea Bay redevelopment efforts.
* Community feedback shaped the design, ensuring inclusivity and long-term usability.
* Future stages include youth zones, planting, and improved infrastructure for Taramea Bay.
The Riverton Aparima playground has officially opened to the public, marking the latest milestone in the
* New Riverton Aparima playground and pump track enhance Taramea Bay redevelopment efforts.
* Community feedback shaped the design, ensuring inclusivity and long-term usability.
* Future stages include youth zones, planting, and improved infrastructure for Taramea Bay.
The Riverton Aparima playground has officially opened to the public, marking the latest milestone in the
Environment Southland has issued a warning after detecting toxic algae in the Waiau River near the Excelsior Creek inflow. While algae naturally occur in waterways, certain types can produce harmful toxins, especially during stable river flows and fine weather.
Toxic algae can appear as dark green or brown slime on
* Coalition Government invests $2.2 million to develop Southland’s aquaculture centre of excellence.
* Ocean Beach expansion includes farming pods, training facilities, and workforce accommodation.
* Project aligns with New Zealand's $3 billion aquaculture sales target by 2035.
Ocean Beach is celebrating a $2.2 million loan from the
The Riverton Blues and Jazz festival in February 2025 promises to inject that summer carnival vibe back into the community.
Passionate local Jaimee McCabe is part of a new committee organising the inaugural event at Taramea Bay.
Walking along the beach two years ago with her fiancé, Jaimee noticed how
* Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track opens as New Zealand’s eleventh Great Walk.
* Track upgrades support conservation, recreation, and economic benefits for the region.
* New installations enhance storytelling of the area’s cultural and natural heritage.
New Zealand’s Conservation Minister, Tama Potaka, joined representatives from Ngāi Tahu and the local
A new Designer Clothing Sale, on tomorrow(Nov 16), as part of Winton’s Open day, is supporting animals in need.
Coordinator and stylist Mary Witsey said the selection of top quality new and pre-loved designer clothing was excellent.
“We hope to get lots of support because we really want
* Manapōuri Power Station's capacity to rise significantly with new transformer installation.
* The 104-tonne transformer completed a complex journey across Lake Manapōuri.
* Completion of transformer commissioning expected by Christmas, boosting winter power supply.
Meridian’s Manapōuri Power Station has successfully received a 104-tonne transformer, marking a major step in
Work will commence this week on critical flood protection measures for Otautau. The project, covering 19 kilometres of stop banks from Otautau to Wreys Bush, includes erosion control, stop bank improvements, and removing crack willow from the Otautau Stream.
According to Environment Southland catchment operations manager Randal Beal, although the
