Dairy farmers have had some relief overnight, as prices rose by nearly five percent in the latest Global Dairy Trade auction. The overall average price for milk-derived commodities has risen 4.9 percent to $US3310 a tonne. The all-important price of whole milk powder – which influences Fonterra’s pa
A truck driver has died after his truck and trailer unit rolled at Beaumont, in the Clutha District. Emergency services were called to Rongahere Road, about 3km south of Beaumont, at 6:22am. The driver of the truck was trapped in the cab, and was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene. A section
If you’re travelling through the Central Otago area on SH8 over the summer you may come across this site. The vehicle pictured was involved in a serious crash in Waitahuna two weeks ago – luckily the occupants managed to walk away without serious consequence, however not everyone is so lucky. With t
Ohai Police, Fire and Ambulance were called out to a vehicle rollover on SH 96 near Wreys Bush this morning. Luckily the sole occupant only suffered minor discomfort, thanks largely to wearing a seatbelt. Southland has received a large amount of rain overnight and this morning, making driving condit
Everyday people doing exceptional things were the toast of the town last night as Southland honoured its very own “Local Heroes”. As part of the 2018 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, the 10 winners of the Local Heroes category were presented with their awards at a special medal presentatio
Academy Southland sports programme was celebrated on Monday evening (December 11) The two-year programme includes Foundation and Leadership years and provides advice and guidance around mental skills, performance nutrition, athlete life and strength and conditioning. Badminton player Ella Smith and
The new 2018 Invercargill City calendar will be arriving in your letterbox during the next fortnight if you live in the Invercargill City area! Featuring photographs selected from dozens of entries submitted by more than 70 people who entered the Epic Invercargill competition run earlier this year,
Campers and outdoor enthusiasts are urged to be fire wise this summer as warm, dry weather persists in the south. Department of Conservation Te Anau Operations Manager Greg Lind says, “while this weather is providing perfect opportunities to get out and experience the great outdoors, it’s also creat
