A fertiliser truck crash on Weir Road Bridge, south of Manapouri, caused major disruption after the vehicle became wedged between the bridge and a nearby cliff, about 15 metres above the Mararoa River. “Weir Road is was closed for of the day A crane Weir Road bridge to lift the

The old Coachman’s Inn at the entrance to Invercargill is being restored to its former glory, thanks to local builder Jamie Bennett. He said luxury motel owners KTC, based in Auckland, purchased the motels and holiday park last year. They also own motels in Queens Drive as well. The

Southland pulled off another hard-fought NPC victory on Thursday night, edging Bay of Plenty 30–25. The Steamers controlled the opening half, but couldn’t crack the Stags’ defence beyond a try to Josh Bartlett. Mika Muliaina’s accurate kicking kept Southland in the contest, trailing just 7–6 at

* Operation Hawk led to multiple arrests and the seizure of drugs and illegal firearms * Search warrants were executed in Invercargill and Mataura Island earlier this week * Police say illegal hunting poses serious risks and will not be tolerated Police have arrested two men and seized firearms, ammunition and drugs during

* John Titter led a 13-year mission to restore Lumsden’s historic railway precinct for visitors * His efforts brought in over $500,000 and included recovering buried locomotives in 2020 * Titter was recognised with a Community Service Award for his remarkable community dedication John Titter, the man behind Lumsden’s railway

Eight candidates vying for Invercargill’s top job went head-to-head at a Southland Business Chamber debate last night, fielding questions on council amalgamation, water reforms, spending priorities and ratepayer affordability. The debate mixed light-hearted moments – including a “chicken of shame” given to anyone who spoke over time – with serious discussion

Fonterra has raised its forecast Farmgate Milk Price for the 2024/25 season, increasing it from $10.00 to $10.15 per kgMS. The price range has also been tightened from $9.70 - $10.30 to $10.10 - $10.20 per kgMS. CEO Miles Hurrell said, “as we

Some people marked “Dry July” by giving up alcohol — but Invercargill JB Hi-Fi staff had a different take, plunging into the freezing surf at Oreti Beach in the middle of winter. The July event was held to support mental health, raising $3026 for McKenzie’s Gift, a charity providing mental