Southland

New Zealand’s southern most rodeo event is happening at Sandy Point this weekend, with an expected crowd of around 3000. Southland Rodeo is part of a southern circuit, following events in Lawrence, Outram, Mataura, Wanaka and Millers Flat, and concluding with Ranfurly at the end of the month. The cl

In response to increasing erosion threatening homes and a landfill in Bluecliffs, Southland District Mayor Rob Scott declared a local state of emergency at 10:50 am on Thursday 8th February. The declaration enables Emergency Management Southland to address the risk to life and property effectively.

Mataura’s Tulloch Park is set to be the heart of this year’s Parks Week celebrations, promising a family-friendly extravaganza dubbed “Tulloch Takeover!” Slated for Saturday, March 2, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, the event is packed with free activities designed to delight attendees of all ages. Partic

The Gore District Council began demolition of the Mataura pool this week as it embarks on stage two of redeveloping Tulloch Park. It is expected to take three to four weeks to demolish the 68-year-old building. The west wall will come down first, allowing contractors access to gut the inside of the

Some people go out of their way to make their community a better place. This was acknowledged today for faithful Otautau servant Peter Gutsell, who was presented with a Community Service Award on his 80th birthday by Southland District Mayor Rob Scott. The award, which recognises Mr Gutsell’s contri

In a remarkable feat of skill and endurance, a team of relatively unknown shearers has shattered a world record in Southland, New Zealand, shearing 3236 lambs and surpassing the previous record by 326. This significant achievement was accomplished by the Forde Winders Shearing crew, comprising Trevo

The Southland District will enter a restricted fire season as of 8am on Wednesday 20 December, until further notice. A restricted fire season means anyone planning on lighting an open-air fire will need to apply for and obtain a permit. You can apply for one at www.checkitsalright.nz. Declaring the

Southland District Mayor Rob Scott has expressed concern over the substantial effort required to prepare Long-Term Plans (LTPs), which he argues is a significant drain on council resources and often becomes outdated soon after publication. He believes that while councils should be accountable to rat