KiwiRail has confirmed that the Ohai Line will be mothballed, although the section as far as Lorneville will remain in use. In a statement, the rail operator said much of the line between Invercargill and Ohai will be mothballed due to the planned closure of the coal mine near Nightcaps.

The Rail Heritage Trust of New Zealand is set to receive a major funding increase to support its efforts in preserving the country’s rail history. Rail Minister Winston Peters announced today that KiwiRail will increase its annual contribution to the Trust from $125,000 to $500,000. The funding

What’s On Invers has launched its first official mayoral poll today (Friday 29 August) after test poll in July. We’ve taken extra steps to make sure it’s one of the most secure community polls around. We’ve invested several thousand dollars in a polling system that significantly

The SBS Bank Southland Stags have confirmed their lineup to face Waikato in this Sunday’s Ranfurly Shield challenge. The highly anticipated match will kick off at 4.35pm at FMG Stadium in Hamilton. Southland Stags Claim Ranfurly Shield in Victory Over WaikatoThe Ranfurly Shield has travelled south once again

* Invercargill chocolatier Jane Stanton created special treats to support Cancer Society fundraising efforts. * Chocolates feature artwork by fellow cancer survivor Janet de Wagt for Daffodil Day. * Original artwork will also be auctioned to raise additional funds for cancer support. Jane Stanton, owner of the Invercargill-based Seriously Good Chocolate Company, has

A Lotto player from Christchurch is celebrating after winning $200,000 with Strike Four in Wednesday night's live Lotto draw. The winning ticket was sold at Pak N Save Riccarton, giving one lucky local a significant midweek boost. Meanwhile, Powerball was not struck and has rolled over to

5:25pm Update: State Highway 93 is now fully OPEN between Clinton and Mataura townships. 4pm Update: SH93 remains CLOSED between Clinton and Mataura. Both northbound and southbound traffic detour via SH1. 2pm Update: Police can confirm one person has died following the single-vehicle crash on State Highway 93/Old

* Structural steel installed for the museum’s double-hulled waka above the public foyer space * Western building nearly finished, eastern structure and terrace concrete pours progressing well * Behind-the-scenes work includes experience design, partnerships, and educational planning Construction at the Museum of Southland has reached another key stage, with major parts of