* Briscoe Group reported near-record sales despite facing tough economic conditions and margin pressures. * Net profit fell by 38.9% due to a $7.4m tax adjustment and lower dividends. * The company invested $40m in a new distribution centre to improve efficiency. Briscoe Group has reported strong sales for the year,

Southlanders big and small are invited to get up close and personal with the fascinating creatures that live in our waterways at upcoming events in Invercargill and Winton next week. Two public events will run alongside four days of exclusive school sessions, giving over 320 Murihiku Southland students from 14

* Bluff Festival organisers plan improved security and guest comfort for 2025. * Police strongly oppose the return of glass bottles at the festival. * Organisers are working with authorities to find a suitable solution. The Bluff Oyster & Food Festival Committee has announced plans to improve security, safety, and guest comfort following

Update: Tuesday 9am, 18 March. Metservice have removed all severe weather warnings. MetService has updated its severe weather alerts for Invercargill and the Southland region, with changes to the timing and conditions expected. A Heavy Rain Watch is now in effect for Southland from 3:00 PM on Monday, March

In this episode of 90 Seconds+, Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell shares his thoughts on the upcoming rates hike and the council's long-term plan. He discusses the importance of public consultation, proposed fee increases, and tough budget decisions. Plus, hear his take on councillor pay rises and his personal

Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark maintains that releasing his alternative paper proposing 3.9% rates increases was not interfering with the democracy process. Council chief executive Michael Day told media this week that Mayor Clark’s proposal would take community consultation about the required service cuts of the the equation, and

* Heavy rain and strong winds expected to impact Invercargill and Southland region. * Residents advised to secure outdoor items and prepare for potential flooding risks. * Forecast predicts cooler temperatures and intermittent rain throughout the week. Residents in Invercargill and the wider Southland region are being urged to prepare for severe weather

This week, we revisit Darlin', a soulful ballad by Scottish singer-songwriter Frankie Miller. Born on November 2, 1949, in Glasgow, Miller's music seamlessly blends rock, blues, and soul, earning him acclaim for his emotive voice and heartfelt songwriting. Released in 1978, Darlin' became one of Miller&