A jewel of the Fiordland community was celebrated today. Judy Matthews received a Community Service Award from Southland District Council and the Fiordland Community Board, reflecting her outstanding commitment to the area. The award was presented by Mayor Rob Scott, who said she was a “driving force” behind many community

In this episode of 90 Seconds+ with Invercargill City Mayor. We cover the latest museum updates, including breathtaking interactive displays designed by the Gibson Group, a unique Earth, Sea, and Sky theme, and a stunning digital waterfall entry. While construction is on track, final touches are slightly delayed for iwi

* The Southern Charity Hospital was officially opened on Friday 28 February after six years of planning. * The hospital was inspired by Blair Vining’s battle with bowel cancer and healthcare inequities. * Fundraising efforts included selling bricks, with support from people across New Zealand. A long-awaited dream has become a reality

Watch the street march. finished at 10:30am and they start again at 12:30pm. For updates go to the official facebook event https://www.facebook.com/events/1093975598432416 Related: Wrap up of the weekends events: Pipers Brave Conditions For Successful Nationals In The South Day one: Watch the latest

A pilot bin inspection initiative across Southland has already received a hostile response from some residents, and inspectors are now wearing body cameras to record incidents. WasteNet contracts manager Mark Simpson told the Infrastructure and Projects Committee meeting yesterday that since starting in February, there had been a couple of

Invercargill is fast becoming the pipe band capital of New Zealand, hosting the New Zealand champs again in early March and with most number of teams entered. NOTE: Street march is 9am Saturday, starting from the Water tower on Doon Street turn left into Gala Street and then right towards

Residents of Staunton and Fowler Roads have sent a petition to the Invercargill City Council about the state of their road, but a lack of funding means it’s unlikely to be sealed anytime soon. Nick McCleary spoke in the public forum of the Infrastructure and Projects Committee meeting on

* The Government is increasing medical school placements to train more New Zealand doctors. * Funding will support graduate doctors and nurses in primary care settings across the country. * A new 24/7 digital healthcare service will improve access to medical consultations. The Government has announced a major package aimed at tackling