To the patients, students and families affected by this week’s planned strike. Hon Judith Collins KC. The Government regrets the impact on you, your children and your families that is expected on Thursday because of a strike planned by a number of unions.  We regret even more that the

This week is crunch week for one of Southland’s biggest businesses. Farmer shareholders of red meat processor The Alliance Group vote on whether the group accepts an offer from Irish-based meat processor Dawn Meats to take a 65% interest in the Invercargill-based co-operative. Initially, Dawn Meats offered a $250

The Southland region is set to benefit from a major funding boost for flood protection, with the Government confirming nearly $15 million to support two key infrastructure upgrades. Invercargill MP Penny Simmonds welcomed the move, calling it “a positive step in future-proofing this province and its people”. The funding, delivered

Bit of rain and a few gales overnight. Donovan Park Closed Following Fallen Tree The Invercargill City Council announced on Friday evening that Donovan Park has been closed until further notice after a large fallen tree blocked the main access way. Both the Bainfield Road and McIvor Road entrances are

The Government is cutting red tape for home-based cake makers as part of a wider work programme to make it easier to operate and innovate in the food sector, Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard and Regulation Minister David Seymour announced today. “By November this year we will be reducing costs

The Summer Concert Tour is back for January 2026, with Greenstone Entertainment announcing an electrifying line-up of rock legends and local icons. Leading the charge is the iconic Iggy Pop, widely known as the ‘Godfather of Punk’, who will be joined by the fierce and fearless Joan Jett and The

A seasonal paint refresh is one of the easiest ways to lift the look of your home, protect your outdoor spaces, and add instant street appeal. Whether it’s a sun-faded fence, a tired-looking deck, or garden furniture in need of love, the right products and a little prep can

Invercargill firefighters will join others around the country by walking off the job on Friday October 17. Members of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) will be stopping work for one hour, from 12pm to 1pm.  - for the second time in three years. In August, (NZPFU) started nationwide