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Presbyterian Support Southland has sold Resthaven Village to Phantom Eldercare, with the family-owned care home operator taking over on July 1, 2026. Phantom Eldercare runs multiple aged care facilities across Otago. The sale finalises a conditional agreement signed in March. "For 50 years, our organisation has had the privilege

Southland rugby fans can now vote for the greatest players and moments in 50 years of National Provincial Championship history, as New Zealand's 14 unions launch NPC50 today. The nationwide campaign lets supporters pick their provincial heroes before a national vote later this year crowns the ultimate top

Nine Southland Rotary clubs have joined forces for the first time to raise $15,000 for The Grace Street Project through their support of the PlaceMakers Southern Scooter Challenge. The donation was presented to the project on Friday, along with an offer to bring Rotary's Youth Development programme

Southland Hospital has installed a new $994,000 fluoroscopy machine that will improve diagnostic imaging services for local patients. Health Minister Simeon Brown said the upgraded technology represents a significant step forward in local healthcare quality. "This is a significant step forward in the quality of diagnostic imaging available

The 2026 Bluff Oyster & Food Festival is set to deliver a full day of seafood, entertainment, and southern hospitality as thousands of visitors prepare to descend on Bluff this weekend. Weekend Gig Guide – InvercargillWelcome to your Weekend Gig Guide! Looking for the perfect way to spend your weekend in

Southland farmers have been given an 18-month reprieve on freshwater farm plan deadlines as the government overhauls what it calls a flawed system. The original May 2026 deadline for submitting farm plans under regional rules has been pushed back to November 2027, giving farmers breathing room while new national standards

Fuel thieves have targeted two Winton businesses within 12 hours, drilling holes in fuel tanks to steal diesel as petrol prices soar. Police are investigating whether the thefts at a vegetable stall and mechanic's workshop on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning are connected. Wilson's Vege Stall

Te Hikoi Museum is seeking artists for its fourth annual Art Challenge, which celebrates the museum's extensive collection of artefacts. "We are looking forward to another diverse round of artistic expressions, and we are excited to again be supported by Southland District Creative Communities Fund to bring