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to prepare Long-Term Plans (LTPs), which he argues is a significant drain on council resources and often becomes outdated soon after publication.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
Southland District Council has adopted its Annual Report for 2022/2023. The 2022/2023 Annual Report details performance of the organisation against the key performance targets that were specified in the Long Term Plan 2021-2031. At $105.5 million, total revenue for 2022/2023 was $16 million higher t
South Port New Zealand Ltd has reported a record normalised profit for the year ended 30 June 2023, despite some headwinds facing the primary sector. This result has been backed by a diverse range of cargoes being handled through the Port. South Port’s FY23 reported after-tax profit of $11.71 millio
Raewyn Black’s extraordinary contribution to her community has been recognised with a Community Service Award. The Gropers Bush volunteer has been deeply involved in a long list of organisations and activities in Western Southland for more than 40 years. Her efforts were formally recognised when she
Police can advise that the person unable to be located in the Waiau River earlier this afternoon has sadly been located dead near the Monowai Lake Road in Blackmount Southland. Police were alerted by his friends, that a 20-year-old Riverton man had been swept away down the river. The man was located
