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* Motupōhue Adventure Park opened with 27 trails inspired by local heritage and biodiversity. * Trails designed to attract outdoor enthusiasts and boost Bluff’s community and economy. * New tracks enhance year-round access and promote Bluff as a major adventure destination. The much-anticipated Motupōhue Adventure Park officially opened over the weekend, welcoming
* Brendon Leitch and Anthony McIntosh win Lamborghini Super Trofeo World Finals in Jerez. * The duo dominated Pro-Am class, sealing victory with maximum points in both races. * Leitch’s success highlights a standout year across international sports car championships. Brendon Leitch and Anthony McIntosh triumphed at the Lamborghini Super Trofeo World
* Cormac Buchanan becomes the first New Zealander to join the Moto3 World Championship. * The Southland racer will compete with BOE Motorsports across 18 countries. * Buchanan views the move as a vital step in achieving his MotoGP dream. Southland motorcycle racer Cormac Buchanan has made history as the first New Zealander
* Surrey Park Grandstand will undergo earthquake strengthening for safety and community use. * Construction starts mid-November, with completion expected by May 2025. * Improvements include a new roof and compliance with 34 percent earthquake standards. The Surrey Park Grandstand in Invercargill is set to receive significant upgrades as part of an earthquake
* Glenn Haden won the time trial stage, narrowly beating Ben Oliver by one second. * Josh Burnett leads overall with a nearly two-minute advantage over Matthew Wilson. * Final stage covers 77km to Invercargill amidst challenging weather conditions. Masters rider Glenn Haden claimed victory in the penultimate stage of the 2024 SBS
* Josh Burnett holds orange jersey despite challenging rain-soaked Southland stage. * Liam Walsh secures first solo stage win amidst PowerNet’s successful tour performance. * Final day features a time trial and 77km stage to Invercargill. Josh Burnett remains the man to beat as he retained the leader’s orange jersey heading
* Daniel Whitehouse claimed the Bluff Hill stage in the SBS Bank Tour of Southland. * Josh Burnett extended his lead despite challenges, including a crash involving his teammate. * Weather conditions are set to worsen for the next stage from Invercargill to Gore. Daniel Whitehouse (Quality Foods Southland) seized the spotlight on
* Josh Burnett dominates Remarkables climb, claiming Tour of Southland lead. * Local rider leads by 48 seconds before Bluff Hill stage. * Team effort boosts Burnett’s climb to overall victory contention. Josh Burnett has taken control of the Tour of Southland, winning the prestigious Queen Stage with a commanding performance on